Bigg Boss 17 New Updates: Delhi High Court bans unauthorized telecast of TV reality show Bigg Boss as the rise of websites streaming its content illegally could lead to piracy.
'Bigg Boss' Popularity Sparks Copyright Battle
As reported by India Today, Viacom18 Media Pvt Ltd has initiated a legal battle to safeguard its immensely popular show 'Bigg Boss.' The lawsuit asserts that any unauthorized dissemination of the show's content, irrespective of previous or upcoming seasons, infringes upon the plaintiff's copyright, broadcasting, and reproduction rights.
Furthermore, the plaintiff highlighted that 'Bigg Boss' is available in various formats, including Hindi, on both television and OTT platforms. However, Despite its legitimate availability, numerous websites utilizing 'Bigg Boss' in their domain names are illicitly streaming the show for public viewing." (Bigg Boss 17 Updates)
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"Court's Interim Order: 'Bigg Boss' Telecast Restricted
In a recent development, Justice Prathiba M Singh issued an interim order addressing the 'Bigg Boss' legal battle. The order restrains defendants No. 1 to 5 from telecasting, airing, streaming, re-telecasting, or broadcasting any episodes of the program 'Bigg Boss.' The court has also put a stop to the hosting of the show, which had already occurred, Consequently, any future broadcasts are likely to be affected.
"Court's Stance on Infringing Websites: A Threat to Rights and Investments
The court's focus extended to websites infringing on 'Bigg Boss,' expressing concerns that permitting such rapidly growing sites with the same name encourages piracy and unauthorized dissemination. These activities, if unchecked, could lead to significant losses for the plaintiff, who has invested substantially in the event or program's rights.
Impact on JioCinema: Threat to Subscription Base
The court emphasized the gravity of the situation, especially in terms of subscription-based platforms like JioCinema, where 'Bigg Boss' airs. It warned that the illegal streaming of the show on unlicensed websites poses a direct threat to the subscription base of OTT platforms, potentially disrupting their revenue streams and financial investments."
-Gaurav Chaudhary
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