Bringing together capabilities in corporate law, disputes, and IP, Naik Naik & Company has deep expertise in the media and entertainment sector, often attracting instructions from global media conglomerates, production houses, celebrities, broadcasters and music labels. The practice is led by Madhu Gadodia, who has a broad practice spanning media, gaming, technology, sports and data protection; media and entertainment specialist Ameet Naik; and Malabika Boruah, who advises a range of clients on various TMT matters.
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Key clients
- Jackie Shroff
- Boney Kapoor
- Bayview Projects LLP
- Sobo Films Pvt. Ltd.
- Amitabh Bachchan
- Viacom18 Pvt. Ltd
- The Viral Fever (TVF)
- Pooja Entertainment and Films Limited
- Jjust Music Label Private Limited
Work highlights
Advised and represented Bayview Projects LLP and producer Boney Kapoor in a copyright infringement suit filed against the film “Maidaan”.
Advised and represented Sobo Films Pvt. Ltd. in a commercial IP suit before the Bombay High Court seeking protection of its show formats, including “Memu Saitham”, “Sada Nimmondige”, and “Sun Naam Oruvar” from unauthorised exploitation.
Advised and represented veteran actor Jackie Shroff in a landmark personality rights suit before the Delhi High Court, seeking protection against unauthorised use of his personal attributes, including AI-generated content.
Practice head
Madhu Gadodia; Ameet Naik; Malabika Boruah