Delhi High Court Allows Dhurandhar 2 OTT Release Amid Copyright Dispute
Dhurandhar 2 OTT Release Gets Delhi HC Relief Amid Tirchi Topiwale Copyright Row; T-Series Ordered To Deposit Rs 50 Lakh
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The Delhi High Court has permitted the OTT release of 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' despite a copyright dispute over the song 'Tirchi Topiwale.' Trimurti Films, claiming unauthorized use, sought an injunction but was denied. T-Series must deposit ₹50 lakh (approximately $60,000 USD) as a security measure within four weeks.
- 01Justice Tushar Rao Gedela ruled against an injunction to halt the OTT release of 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge.'
- 02Trimurti Films claims limited audio rights were assigned to T-Series under a 1988 agreement.
- 03The court noted that damages could be awarded later if Trimurti Films proves its copyright claims.
- 04The ₹50 lakh deposit from T-Series will be placed in an interest-bearing account for the successful party.
- 05The film is set to stream on Netflix starting May 15, 2026, with an extended version on JioHotstar.
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The Delhi High Court has ruled in favor of allowing the OTT release of 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' amidst a copyright dispute involving the song 'Tirchi Topiwale' from the 1989 film Tridev. Trimurti Films Private Limited sought an injunction against the film's release, alleging unauthorized use of the song and its remixed version, 'Rang De Lal (Oye Oye).' However, Justice Tushar Rao Gedela declined to grant this interim relief, stating that Trimurti Films could seek compensation for damages later if they prevail in court. The court ordered T-Series, the music label involved, to deposit ₹50 lakh (approximately $60,000 USD) within four weeks, which will be held in an interest-bearing account pending the outcome of the trial. The film is scheduled to start streaming on Netflix from May 15, 2026, and is expected to have an extended version available on JioHotstar, featuring additional uncensored footage.
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The ruling allows the film's release, potentially affecting the revenue streams for T-Series and the production houses involved. It also sets a precedent for copyright disputes in the film industry.
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