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Filmmaker & Writer Clash Over "Dhurandhar 2" Script
4 Apr
Summary
- Filmmaker Aditya Dhar denies writer Santosh Kumar's theft claims.
- Kumar alleges his script was exploited for "Dhurandhar 2".
- Both parties are preparing for legal action over the dispute.
A significant legal dispute has emerged in the film industry, centering on filmmaker Aditya Dhar and writer Santosh Kumar. Kumar alleges that Dhar's film "Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge" is based on his original script and that his story has been exploited.
Aditya Dhar, through his legal representatives, has denied these allegations and issued a notice to Kumar. Dhar's team has stated they are considering further legal proceedings due to Kumar's continued claims.
However, Santosh Kumar refutes that a formal legal notice was served, describing the communication as a mere reply to an email. He asserts he is being pressured to remain silent and intends to pursue a court battle, claiming to possess substantial evidence.
Kumar claims to have registered his story with the Screenwriter Association in November 2023 and possesses mail communications, photos, and script drafts as proof. He alleges the film deviated from his intended entertainment narrative, transforming it into political propaganda.
The writer also highlighted his attempts to contact the production houses, including Jio Studios and B62 Studios, to resolve the issue. This escalating conflict brings intellectual property rights in the film industry to the forefront, with a potential legal showdown on the horizon.
