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India Today
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Kangana's Emergency faces legal row over alleged fact distortion by book's author
Actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut's recent film 'Emergency' is facing legal scrutiny after senior journalist and author Coomi Kapoor accused the filmmakers of misusing her work and distorting has alleged that Manikarnika Films Private Limited, owned by Ranaut, along with Netflix, has 'intentionally and maliciously distorted facts' and exploited her name by claiming that the film is based on her 2015 book 'The Emergency: A Personal History', published by stated that a tripartite agreement between herself, Penguin and Manikarnika Films regarding the adaptation rights of the book had been 'blatantly breached'. Kapoor further accused the filmmakers of 'multiple factual inaccuracies and misleading portrayals of historical events'.'My daughter is a lawyer, so on her advice, I included two clauses. While the producers had full artistic freedom to create the film, nothing should be altered that contradicts historical facts that are publicly available,' Kapoor explained.'The contract also stated that the author's name and book could not be used for promoting or exploiting the film without prior written consent. I was in Goa and had not seen the film at the time, believing that they would honour the contract. But they are still claiming that the film is based on the book,' she added, noting that she has already sent two legal notices but has not received a also referenced an August 2023 WhatsApp exchange with Kangana Ranaut's brother, Aksht Ranaut of Manikarnika Films, where she stressed that the contract terms must be followed and that while referencing her book in the sources was acceptable, describing the film as 'based on her book' was not. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Netflix India (@netflix_in)Directed and produced by Kangana Ranaut, the film chronicles the Emergency months in India and how people went through has played former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi in the film, while Anupam Kher, Shreyas Talpade, Vishak Nair, Milind Soman and later actor Satish Kaushik featured in pivotal roles. The film was delayed after the Central Bureau of Film Certification (CBFC) withheld certification for several months, before finally giving it a U/A certifcate with a few cuts.'Emergency' was produced by Zee Studios and Manikarnika Watch
Time of India
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Emergency' lands in legal trouble: Makers of Kangana Ranaut starrer sued by author for 'historical inaccuracies'
Kangana Ranaut 's much-talked-about film 'Emergency' has once again landed in legal historical drama, which stars Ranaut as former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, is now caught in a legal mess after senior journalist and author Coomi Kapoor filed a lawsuit against the makers. As reported by PTI, Kapoor has accused Kangana's production house, Manikarnika Films Private Limited, and streaming platform Netflix of wrongly using her book and name, and of changing historical facts in the film. 'They breached the contract' Coomi Kapoor, who wrote 'The Emergency: A Personal History', claims that she had signed a contract with Manikarnika Films and Penguin Random House allowing the adaptation of her book into a feature film. However, she believes that the agreement has been 'blatantly breached.' According to the agreement, the filmmakers had the right to creatively adapt the content. But there were two important conditions added by Kapoor herself, on her daughter's legal advice. 'My daughter is a lawyer, so on her advice, I had included two clauses. While the producers had full artistic freedom to create the film, nothing should be altered that contradicts historical facts that are publicly available,' Kapoor told PTI. She added, 'The contract also stated that the author's name and book could not be used for promoting or exploiting the film without prior written consent. I was in Goa and had not seen the film at the time, believing that they would honour the contract. But they are still claiming that the film is based on the book.' Film accused of using her name without permission The journalist says she was shocked to see that the title of the film – 'Emergency' – was too close to her book's name. She believes this was done on purpose to gain attention. Kapoor said the original plan was for the film to use only one specific chapter from her book focusing on Indira Gandhi. Instead, the film went much further, she claims, and included 'historical inaccuracies'. 'Factually, the Emergency was not removed till after Mrs Indira Gandhi lost the general election in March 1977,' her legal notice stated. Kapoor also pointed out that the filmmakers did not respond to the legal notices she had sent on 3 April. With no reply from Kangana's team or Netflix, she moved ahead with a formal lawsuit. Seeking compensation for 'damage' Kapoor says the film has caused her serious reputational and professional harm. She's now asking for compensation to cover what she calls emotional, financial and legal damage. As mentioned by PTI, the legal notice read, 'If you fail to comply, our client reserves the right to initiate legal proceedings to seek appropriate remedies for this egregious violation of her rights.' What is the film 'Emergency' about? Released in cinemas on 17 January 2025, 'Emergency' is a political drama set during one of the most controversial periods in Indian history, the 21-month Emergency declared by Indira Gandhi from 1975 to 1977. Kangana Ranaut not only stars in the lead role as Indira Gandhi but also directs and co-produces the film under her banner Manikarnika Films. The cast includes some well-known names like Anupam Kher Shreyas Talpade , Milind Soman , Mahima Chaudhry , and others. Kangana Ranaut stunned by ₹1 lakh electricity bill for Manali home: 'Main rehti bhi nahi hoon'
The Hindu
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Author of book ‘The Emergency' threatens to sue Manikarnika Films, Netflix for alleged ‘breach of contract' and ‘damage to reputation'
Coomi Kapoor, a senior woman journalist and author of the book 'The Emergency', is suing Manikarnika Films Private Limited and Netflix for alleged 'blatant breach of contract' and for allegedly 'damaging her reputation and that of her book' by the Kangana Ranaut-starrer 'Emergency' being shown on Netflix, said a press note on Monday (April 21, 2025). Manikarnika Films could not be reached for comment. A response from Netflix is awaited. As per an industry representative, however, 'Emergency' is a licensed title for Netflix, and Ms. Kapoor's contract for the film is not with Netflix. 'Even after two legal notices, the wording 'based on Coomi Kapoor's book 'The Emergency'' has not been removed from the Netflix platform. The damage to her reputation as a journalist and author is irretrievable,' alleged the note. 'She signed a tripartite contract with Manikarnika Films, Penguin, and herself. However, on her lawyer's advice she included two clauses that while the producers would of course have full artistic license in making the film, nothing should be modified that was not in consonance with historical facts on the subject which are in the public domain. The contract also stipulated that the author's name and book should not be used for promoting or exploiting the film without the prior approval of the author in writing...,' it alleged. '...when the film appeared on the Netflix platform, she discovered to her horror that in large type at the bottom it was claimed the film was based on her book and she saw the film for the first time and discovered it was a total distortion of the contents of her book,' the note alleged.
The Hindu
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Author of book 'The Emergency' threatens to sue Manikarnika Films, Netflix for alleged 'breach of contract' and 'damage to reputation'
Coomi Kapoor, a senior woman journalist and author of the book 'The Emergency', is suing Manikarnika Films Private Limited and Netflix for alleged 'blatant breach of contract' and for allegedly 'damaging her reputation and that of her book' by the Kangana Ranaut-starrer 'Emergency' being shown on Netflix, said a press note on Monday (April 21, 2025). Manikarnika Films could not be reached for comment. Netflix has promised to respond and the response is awaited. As per an industry representative, however, Emergency is a licensed title for Netflix and Ms. Kapoor's contract for the film is not with Netflix. 'Even after two legal notices, the wording 'based on Coomi Kapoor's book 'The Emergency'' has not been removed from the Netflix platform. The damage to her reputation as a journalist and author is irretrievable,' alleged the note. 'She signed a tripartite contract with Manikarnika Films, Penguin, and herself. However, on her lawyer's advice she included two clauses that while the producers would of course have full artistic license in making the film, nothing should be modified that was not in consonance with historical facts on the subject which are in the public domain. The contract also stipulated that the author's name and book should not be used for promoting or exploiting the film without the prior approval of the author in writing...,' it alleged. '...when the film appeared on the Netflix platform, she discovered to her horror that in large type at the bottom it was claimed the film was based on her book and she saw the film for the first time and discovered it was a total distortion of the contents of her book,' the note alleged.
