Salman Khan moves Delhi HC against Kala Hiran makers, alleges it violates his personality rights

Salman Khan (Pic/AFP)

Bollywood actor Salman Khan has moved the Delhi High Court seeking an urgent stay on the production, promotion, and release of the upcoming film Kala Hiran: Battle for Legacy. The actor has alleged that the project violates his personality and publicity rights and is based on the controversial 1998 blackbuck case linked to him. The plea comes amid ongoing controversy surrounding the film's promotional material.

Salman Khan approached Delhi HC

As per India Today, actor Salman Khan has approached the Delhi High Court seeking an immediate stay on the production, promotion, and release of the film Kala Hiran: Battle for Legacy, alleging that it violates his personality and publicity rights.

In his plea, the Sikandar actor claimed that the film is inspired by the 1998 blackbuck case involving him and that its posters, teaser, and promotional material clearly identify him. The actor has alleged that the makers used a lookalike wearing his signature bracelet and promoted the project using his name for commercial gain.

About Kala Hiran controversy

The Kala Hiran movie grabbed everyone's attention last month when the makers dropped its first poster. The film is based on the blackbuck poaching case involving Bollywood superstar Salman Khan. Soon after the film was announced, Salman reportedly sent a legal notice to the makers and demanded an immediate halt to the development and promotion of the movie.

After this, producer Amit Jani shared a video stating that he had been receiving death threats and legal notices from Salman's team. He even tore the notice, stating that he is not answerable to the actor's toolkits.

Salman Khan upcoming movies

Salman will next be seen in Apoorva Lakhia's Maatrubhumi: May War Rest In Peace. It is reportedly based on the Galwan Valley clash between Indian and Chinese troops. The film was initially slated to release in April 2026, but reports later suggested that it got pushed further amid changes, including a title change. As of now, the makers have not officially announced a final release date for the film. The film also stars Chitrangada Singh in a pivotal role.

Apart from this, he has collaborated with Dil Raju for an actioner. The film will also star Nayanthara alongside Salman.