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6d ago

Coomi Kapoor Prepares Delhi High Court Suit Against 'Emergency' Producers and Netflix

The journalist and author alleges contractual breaches and reputational harm over the film’s depiction of her book, while defendants cite creative liberties and licensing rights.

Coomi Kapoor alleged the film contains “glaring historical inaccuracies” that contradict her work, mislead viewers and damage her credibility as a scholar and writer. (HT PHOTO)
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Overview

  • Coomi Kapoor has formally announced intentions to sue Manikarnika Films and Netflix in the Delhi High Court over alleged breach of contract and reputational harm tied to the film 'Emergency.'
  • Kapoor claims the film distorted historical facts from her book 'The Emergency' and used her name and work for promotion without her written consent, violating a tripartite agreement.
  • Netflix, in response to Kapoor’s legal notices, stated it licensed the film from Zee Entertainment and directed her to address her concerns with them.
  • Manikarnika Films countered the allegations, asserting that the agreement allowed for creative liberties and granted them full intellectual property rights over Kapoor's book.
  • Kapoor’s legal team has cited six specific historical inaccuracies in the film, further intensifying the dispute over historical fidelity and artistic license.