Delhi High Court rules in favour of Sourav Ganguly and Luv Films; directs Doosra makers to add a disclaimer and deposit Rs 2 crore. It noted that the film Doosra infringed upon former captain Sourav Ganguly’s personality rights, ordering prominent disclaimers in Hindi and English at both ends of the movie, alongside deposit.

Delhi HC directs Doosra makers to add disclaimer

The legal battle concerning the protection of celebrity identity and personal legacy has reached a significant milestone. The Delhi High Court has delivered a clear ruling in the lawsuit filed by former Indian cricket team captain Sourav Ganguly alongside Luv Films, affirming that the film Doosra violated his personality and publicity rights. As part of its directives, the court has instructed the makers to deposit Rs 2 crore for infringing upon his rights and has disallowed the film from being released on OTT platforms or anywhere else.