The Delhi High Court ordered 11 piracy websites to stop hosting or streaming Amazon’s upcoming film “VIBE” on September 15, three days before its pan-India theatrical release on September 18. The court directed domain registrars to lock the sites within 36 hours and instructed internet service providers to block them immediately, addressing copyright infringement claims by Amazon Seller Services Private Limited, according to medianama.com.
Justice Jyoti Singh passed the ex parte ad interim order in response to a suit filed by Amazon, which holds exclusive rights to “VIBE.” The film, written and directed by Kunal Kemmu who also stars alongside Preity G. Zinta, was produced under a “work made for hire” agreement with Drongo Films LLP. Amazon alleged that piracy websites such as Cinevood, PVRPlay, and 1TamilMV had made unauthorized copies available for streaming or download shortly after theatrical releases of previous films, citing cases like “Nishaanchi” and “Mirzapur.”
The court’s order reflects ongoing efforts to curb online piracy, a persistent challenge for content owners in India’s digital entertainment sector. By mandating real-time blocking of infringing websites, the ruling aims to protect intellectual property rights and deter piracy ahead of major film launches. This legal intervention follows similar actions taken against piracy platforms hosting copyrighted content without authorization, underscoring the judiciary’s role in enforcing copyright laws amid rising digital content consumption.
The Delhi High Court’s directive requires domain registrars and ISPs to act swiftly within 36 hours of receiving the order, ensuring immediate blocking of the 11 identified piracy websites. The film “VIBE” was scheduled for release on September 18, marking a critical moment for enforcement against piracy in India’s film industry, as reported by medianama.com.