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Bombay High Court Grants Interim Injunction Against Sony Over 'Drama Company' Copying Zee's Format
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🗓 08 Oct 2026, 06:38 AM
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The Bombay High Court has issued an interim injunction against Sony Pictures Television, blocking the airing of its new talent show 'Drama Company' after finding the format to be a prima facie copy of Zee Entertainment's 'India's Best Dramebaaz'.
The Bombay High Court on Thursday granted an interim injunction against Sony Pictures Television, preventing the broadcast of its upcoming talent show "Drama Company" pending the outcome of a copyright infringement and passing‑off action filed by Zee Entertainment Television.
Zee Entertainment alleged that Sony’s new format is a direct copy of its own show "India’s Best Dramebaaz", a popular drama‑based reality series that has been running for several seasons. The court found the claim to be prima facie true and ordered Sony to cease airing the program until the case is resolved.
The injunction also requires Sony to pay a nominal amount as a precautionary measure and to refrain from promoting or advertising the show. Zee has sought a permanent injunction and damages for the alleged copying.
Industry observers say the ruling could set a precedent for protecting TV show formats in India, where format piracy has been a long‑standing issue. Sony has yet to comment on the court’s decision.
Zee Entertainment alleged that Sony’s new format is a direct copy of its own show "India’s Best Dramebaaz", a popular drama‑based reality series that has been running for several seasons. The court found the claim to be prima facie true and ordered Sony to cease airing the program until the case is resolved.
The injunction also requires Sony to pay a nominal amount as a precautionary measure and to refrain from promoting or advertising the show. Zee has sought a permanent injunction and damages for the alleged copying.
Industry observers say the ruling could set a precedent for protecting TV show formats in India, where format piracy has been a long‑standing issue. Sony has yet to comment on the court’s decision.