Restraining exhibition of film post substantial expedition of time, money and effort is unjustified in law

Krishna Kishore Singh Vs Sarla A. Saraogi (Delhi High Court) Facts- In the present case, plaintiff (Sushant’s Singh family) questioned the court to examine the right to privacy of Sushant’s family to prevent the defendants from publishing film on Sushant’s life when the other side contended that the right to privacy of a celebrity extinguishes upon his demise. The defendants argued that the film simply draws inspiration from the Sushant’s death and does not in any manner uses his name, image, caricature, photographs etc of either Sushant or his family. Conclusion- In spite of being in ...