Radhe piracy controversy: Salman's Khan's team files complaint with cyber cell

Superstar Salman Khan's team has filed a written complaint with the Cyber police station in BKC on Saturday after his latest release “Radhe” on OTT platforms was leaked and uploaded on pirated websites. The actor took to Twitter and warned people those involved in the piracy of stern action from the Cyber Cell. The cyber police are tracking the online site source through which the pirated version of the movie has been uploaded and downloaded by many. No FIR has been registered in the matter so far. ”DCP (Cyber) Rashmi Karandikar said they have received a written complaint from the actor's manager after they came across the piracy of the actor's latest movie released on the OTT platform. “We have initiated an inquiry into the complaint received and the team will track the source of the sites on which the pirated videos has been uploaded,” said Karandikar. 

Zee the official streaming partner of the film has released a statement on the entire piracy controversy stating, " Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. (ZEE) has filed an official complaint at the Cyber Cell, pertaining to the pirated version of the film ‘Radhe’ being circulated across messaging platforms, including WhatsApp and Telegram. The officials are actively tracking down the phone numbers involved in this act of piracy, taking the required legal actions. ZEE has also appealed to the public at large, seeking their support in bringing an end to piracy, not just for the film ‘Radhe’, but for any kind of content. Films create livelihood, employment and a source of income for millions of people working for the industry. Piracy being the biggest threat to the entertainment industry, curbs down this source of livelihood. Films also contribute to the economy with the taxes paid to the Government. People engaged in spreading the illegal version of the film, are not just embracing piracy, but are also negatively impacting the growth of the industry and the livelihoods of the people working for it round the clock. The appeal is being made to all the responsible citizens, asking them to say no to piracy and to consume entertainment or information content only through official platforms."

On Sunday, Salman Khan  expressed his disappointment at a certain section of fans that watched his new film, 'Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai', illegally. The actor issued a warning to those participating in the unlawful dissemination of the film and said that they could find themselves in trouble with the cyber cell. Salman took to his Twitter handle and shared a note that read, "We offered you to watch our film Radhe at a reasonable price of INR 249 Per View. Inspite of that pirated sites are streaming Radhe illegally which is a serious crime. Cyber Cell is taking action against all these illegal pirated sites. "Requesting fans to stay away from piracy he further added, "Please don't participate in piracy or the Cyber Cell will take action against you as well. Please understand you will get into a lot of trouble with the Cyber cell."In 'Radhe: Your Most wanted Bhai', Salman essays the role of a cop who pledges to clean the city. He is seen romancing Disha Patani in the movie. Alongside Salman and Disha, the film also stars Jackie Shroff and Randeep Hooda in pivotal roles. The movie is presented by Salman Khan films in association with ZEE Studios, produced By Salma Khan, Sohail Khan, and Reel Life Production Pvt. limited.The movie was released in over 40 countries, including a theatrical release in major overseas markets on May 13, 2021. The film is available on ZEE5 with ZEE's pay-per-view service ZEEPlex on the Zee5 OTT platform and leading DTH operators.