Nayanthara Documentary: Court Slaps ₹5 Crore Notice Over Chandramukhi Scene Usage

South Indian superstar Nayanthara is facing legal troubles due to her Netflix documentary, "Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale," which includes scenes from the film 'Chandramukhi' without permission

The Madras High Court has issued a notice to the documentary's producers, Torque Studios LLP and NA Entertainment Services India LLP, stating that using 'Chandramukhi' footage without consent violates copyright laws

'Chandramukhi,' released in 2005, was a blockbuster Tamil film featuring Nayanthara alongside Rajinikanth and Jyothika The film's producer, AP International, claims ownership of the footage and objects to its unauthorized use.

AP International has filed a petition demanding the removal of the 'Chandramukhi' scenes from the documentary and is seeking a compensation of ₹5 crore for the alleged violation of intellectual property rights

"Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale," released on Netflix in 2024, explores the actress's professional journey, personal life, and relationship with her husband, Vignesh Shivan, garnering significant attention from fans

Despite the documentary's popularity, the current legal controversy could pose challenges for its continued availability and distribution on the streaming platform

Nayanthara has been in the media spotlight recently due to rumors about her personal life, including false speculations of a divorce, which she has publicly denied

The court is awaiting a response from the makers of the documentary If the petition is upheld, the documentary might have to pay the demanded fine and remove the contentious footage.

The outcome of this legal dispute will be closely watched, as it could impact the documentary's future and set a precedent for similar cases in the film industry