The Delhi High Court has approved the OTT release of the film “Dhurandhar 2,” which features the song “Rang De Lal (Oye Oye).” This track is a remix of a piece from the 1989 movie “Tridev.” The court’s decision came after rejecting a plea from Trimurti Films, the original maker of “Tridev,” who sought to halt the streaming of “Dhurandhar 2” due to alleged copyright infringement involving the song “Tirchi Topiwale.”
Key Court Ruling on ‘Dhurandhar 2’
Justice Tushar Rao Gedela presided over the case, delivering his interim order on May 14. He observed that stopping the film’s OTT release would be “inconceivable” given its prior theatrical release with the song. The judge stated that such a move could create an inconsistent legal situation.
Financial Considerations and Responsibilities
Throughout the proceedings, the court emphasized the financial implications for the creators of “Dhurandhar 2.” Justice Gedela noted that these filmmakers had invested substantial resources based on their agreement with T-series. He concluded that it wouldn’t be fair to subject them to financial losses while Trimurti Films could potentially seek damages later.
- Trimurti Films claims copyright over “Tirchi Topiwale.”
- Super Cassettes asserts rights due to previous uses of the song.
- Damages set at Rs 50 lakh to be deposited by T-series.
Background on Copyright Claims
According to Trimurti Films, the song “Tirchi Topiwale” rightfully belongs to them, and Super Cassettes was given limited rights for certain uses. Super Cassettes has disputed this claim, maintaining they hold the rights to the song by virtue of its earlier remixed versions used in two separate films.
This decision marks a significant point in the ongoing discussions about copyright and intellectual property rights within the film industry, especially related to music. The approval for “Dhurandhar 2” to stream online highlights the complexities of such legal disputes and the court’s efforts to navigate them.
