DSK Legal represented Roy Kapur Productions in Bombay High Court in “Matka King” copyright infringement dispute
The leading law firm in India, DSK Legal represented Roy Kapur Productions Private Limited (“RKF”) before the Hon’ble Bombay High Court in an interim application filed in a commercial IP suit instituted by Tanuja Bhagat. The dispute pertained to allegations of copyright infringement arising from the use of the title “Matka King” for an upcoming web-series produced by RKF and scheduled for release on April 17, 2026 on the OTT platform Prime Video. The matter involved consideration of interim relief sought by the plaintiff restraining the release of the series.
Case Background
A Suit was filed by Tanuja Bhagat along with an Interim Application, against Roy Kapur Productions Private Limited (“RKF”) and others alleging that the Defendants have infringed the copyright of Ms. Bhagat by using the title “Matka King” for the web-series, produced by RKF and scheduled to be released on April 17, 2026 on the OTT platform “Prime Video”.
Court Proceedings
The matter was listed on April 15, 2026 for interim hearing before the Hon’ble Bombay High Court. Pertinently, during the course of the hearing, the Hon’ble Court inquired about what exclusive right Ms. Bhagat has over the title “Matka King”.
After hearing the parties, the Hon’ble Justice Sharmila Deshmukh refused to grant any interim relief against RKF or the other Defendants restraining them from releasing the web-series titled “Matka King” at this stage.
Next Date of Hearing
The matter has been adjourned to April 20, 2026.
Legal Representation
For Roy Kapur Productions Private Limited: External Counsel: Senior Counsel Dr. Birendra Saraf
The legal team at DSK Legal representing Roy Kapur Productions Private Limited included Parag Khandhar (Partner), Chandrima Mitra (Partner), Bhakti Parekh, Anaheeta Verma Murpana, and Prateek Gupta.
Conclusion
The order reflects the Court’s prima facie view at the interim stage that no exclusive right over the title “Matka King” was established warranting injunctive relief. The decision allows the web-series to proceed towards its scheduled release, while the matter continues to remain pending before the Court for further adjudication.
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