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T-Series challenges RGV’s allegations
MUMBAI: Commenting on the allegations made by Ram Gopal Varma wherein he stated that he has formally terminated an MOU with Super Cassettes Industries Ltd for audio and home video rights of 14 films, Super Cassettes Industries CMD Bhushan Kumar states that RGV’s allegations are completely false and baseless. He also explains that T-Series has fulfilled all the obligations as per the terms and conditions of the “Memorandum of Understanding” (dated 13 June 2006) between Ram Gopal Varma Films Pvt Ltd and Super Cassettes Industries Ltd (T-Series).
The MOU relating to the audio and video rights of fourteen films is valid, subsisting and binding and is in full force, and T-Series is legally entitled to exploit the audio and video copyright of all the aforesaid 14 films, he adds.
RGV had categorically stated that the audio and video copyright of Sarkar Raj would be a part of the deal after which T-Series entered into the agreement. At this late stage, if RGV claims Sarkar Raj to be an independent film, it amounts to fraud and cheating, and T-Series has the right to initiate legal proceedings against him.
“With respect to Ram Gopal Varma Ki Aag, T-Series has spent huge sums in the publicity of the film for and on behalf of RGV. Against this, RGV has given adjustment letters against the video rights. In fact, in the MOU, RGV has clearly stated that the world audio rights and India video copyright of RGV Ki Aag and Sarkar Raj and the other films shall irrevocably be with T-Series only.
“Neither have we committed any breach nor do we owe Ram Gopal Varma anything. The entire consideration amount for Sarkar Raj has already been paid and there has been no breach of the MOU. Hence, the alleged termination of the MOU is absolutely incorrect, and T-Series still retains the audio and video rights to the 14 films as per the agreement,” says Bhushan Kumar.
With the battle lines drawn, it‘ll be interesting to see which of these two emerge victorious.
Hindi
ZEE5, Applause announce new film Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa
Rajat Kapoor’s dark comedy thriller to stream on ZEE5 from April 10
MUMBAI: ZEE5 and Applause Entertainment have announced their next direct-to-digital collaboration, Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa, a darkly comic whodunnit set to stream from April 10.
Produced in association with Mithya Talkies and written and directed by Rajat Kapoor, the film marks the latest addition to a growing slate of genre-diverse titles from the two partners. Their previous collaborations include dramas, psychological thrillers and dark comedies, with this outing leaning into a layered murder mystery.
The film features an ensemble cast including Vinay Pathak, Ranvir Shorey, Waluscha De Sousa and Saurabh Shukla, among others. The narrative promises a mix of satire, strained relationships and hidden tensions, inviting viewers to look beyond the crime to the dynamics that lead up to it.
ZEE5 business head hindi and chief channel officer Andtv Kaveri Das said, “Our collaboration with Applause Entertainment has been instrumental in building a strong slate with titles such as Bloody Brothers, Mithya and Jab Khuli Kitaab. Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa is a natural progression, aligning with our focus on genre-led content that resonates with audiences.”
Applause Entertainment business head movies Sunil Chainani said, “This collaboration with ZEE5 continues to stand out for its diversity of genres and narrative styles. Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa adds a sharp, darkly comic whodunnit to that mix, driven by Rajat Kapoor’s distinct voice.”
Sharing his creative approach, Rajat Kapoor said he was drawn to the emotional layers behind the genre. “I was interested not just in the mechanics of a whodunnit, but the emotional violence that precedes physical violence. These are people who appear close, yet carry unspoken tensions that eventually surface.”
The partnership between ZEE5 and Applause continues to build on a shared focus on distinctive storytelling, with each project exploring a different tone and genre.
With its mix of humour, tension and ensemble storytelling, the film aims to offer more than just a mystery. It promises a closer look at the secrets people keep, and the consequences when they finally come to light.
