Madras High Court restrains unlawful broadcast of ‘The Kerala Story 2’ by internet providers, cable TV operators

Key Highlights

• It observed that irreversible injury may occur in such cases unless unlawful broadcast is prevented at the threshold.
• However, the court also noted that the legitimate business interest of the respondents may also be affected.
• “In matters of this nature, it is likely that irreversible injury will occur unless unlawful broadcast is prevented at the threshold.
• At the same time, it is possible that the legitimate business interest of one or more respondents may be affected, in view of the expansive nature of the relief claimed.
• Therefore, it is necessary that the plaintiff shall indemnify in respect thereof,” the court remarked.