Collaborative Works and The Protection of Their Authors: A Tale from Bollywood

Abstract

Thoughts of the Mumbai city of India, inevitably take one’s mind to the glitzy world of Bollywood, and thoughts of stars walking down the red carpet at the opening night of a new blockbuster. Bollywood is truly at the epicenter of the culture of the Mumbai. It also plays a major role in the economy of the city. The film business is deeply collaborative, and a multitude of artists contribute their artistic endeavors towards the film. This research examines the legal framework in India for the protection of the rights and interests of these artists. The article thoroughly examines India’s copyright laws, special welfare legislations aimed at protecting these artists and opinion of India’s Courts and Tribunals for these provisions. Finally, areas and matters of concern that require the urgent attention of the legislature and Courts in the country have been highlighted.