'Ramayana' team issues strict warning against piracy
What's the story
The makers of the blockbuster film Ramayana have issued a stern warning against anyone recording the movie in theaters and sharing it online. They took to social media to announce that strict legal action will be taken against those found guilty. The statement read, "It has come to our attention that unauthorized footage of 'Namit Malhotra's Ramayana' is being recorded inside cinema halls and circulated across social media and messaging platforms (sic)."
Legal proceedings
'Ramayana' team threatens legal action against offenders
The Ramayana team further emphasized that offenders will face "criminal, civil, and contempt" proceedings without any further notice.
They also highlighted a recent order by the Bombay High Court which restrains anyone from recording or sharing the film without authorization.
"Doing so is copyright infringement, a criminal offense punishable with imprisonment and fine under the Copyright Act, 1957, the Cinematograph Act, 1952, the BNS, 2023 and the IT Act, 2000, and a contempt of court," read their statement.
Content removal
Team urges people to delete unauthorized content
The Ramayana team has also urged everyone to delete any unauthorized content already posted online.
The film, released on November 5, stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita, and Yash as Ravana.
It has received mixed reviews from critics.
Film details
More about 'Ramayana' and its cast ensemble
Apart from the lead actors, Ramayana: Part 1 also stars Ravie Dubey, Indira Krishna, Arun Govil, Vivek Oberoi, Sonal Jha, Lara Dutta, Kunal Kapoor, Rakul Preet Singh, and Kajal Aggarwal in pivotal roles.
The film is directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra and Yash.
The second part will release on Diwali 2028.