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Kapoor Family Secures Rishi's Legacy Rights
13 Mar
Summary
- Kapoor family obtained copyright for Rishi Kapoor's name.
- Permission is now needed for commercial or public use.
- This move protects the late actor's legacy from misuse.

The Kapoor family has legally secured the rights to use the name Rishi Kapoor, establishing a copyright to prevent unauthorized or commercial misuse.
This legal measure ensures that any individual or entity seeking to use the late actor's name for professional, public, or commercial purposes will require explicit permission from the family. This initiative is primarily aimed at protecting Rishi Kapoor's esteemed legacy.
Rishi Kapoor, a celebrated star of Hindi cinema, passed away on April 30, 2020, at the age of 67. His career spanned nearly five decades, featuring over 150 films.
This action aligns with a growing trend among prominent public figures and their families to legally protect names and intellectual property, thereby controlling how their legacies are represented and preventing commercial exploitation.