Piracy will be considered a criminal offence punishable by harsh penalties and imprisonment. A fine of up to 5% of the film’s production budget, up to three years in prison, or both are possible penalties.
Source: Live Law
Additionally, measures are in place to prevent the online distribution of pirated movie material. Piracy is like cancer, according to the Minister of Information and Broadcasting, and this act will eradicate it. However, a lot would rely on the enforcement methods implemented.
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), which approves films for public showing, now has a wider range of age ratings at its disposal according to the Bill. The three new categories are advisory indicators that parents may use to decide whether to allow their kids to watch a certain movie.
The Bill’s 2021 revision authorised the Centre to request that the CBFC reevaluate any movie that had already received its approval. This clause was removed due to ferocious opposition. Certificates issued by the Censor Board now have a perpetual modification to their 10-year validity. This signifies the end of revisionary authority.
Source: The Economic Times
Film digital piracy must still be stopped. The country is plagued by widespread illegal copying and unlawful downloading of content. The key for the film business is to tackle the issue at its root and to comprehend the causes of the propensity for piracy. Even though the cost element has a significant influence, studies suggest that it is a behavioural attribute. Offering licensed content at fair pricing to discourage piracy is a workable strategy.
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