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Eros Sues Aanand L. Rai Over Tere Ishk Mein’s Alleged Use of Raanjhanaa IP, Seeks Rs 84 Crore

The Bombay High Court filing claims the 2025 film was promoted as a spiritual sequel without permission.

Overview

  • The commercial IP suit and an interim application were filed in the Bombay High Court on January 17, 2026.
  • Named defendants include Aanand L. Rai, Colour Yellow Media Entertainment LLP, Super Cassettes Industries (T-Series), writer Himanshu Sharma, and Netflix Entertainment Services India LLP.
  • Eros asserts exclusive ownership of Raanjhanaa’s intellectual property, including trademarks, copyrights, and character rights such as Kundan Shankar and Murari.
  • The suit cites July 2025 teaser language like “From the world of Raanjhanaa” and alleges use of Raanjhanaa footage, background score, and music in promotional materials.
  • Eros says it issued a cease-and-desist on July 25, 2025, with reminders in September, and claims similarities persisted after the November 28, 2025, release; no ruling or formal responses were reported.