Karan Johar wins landmark personality rights case in Delhi High Court
Karan Johar has secured a major legal victory in the Delhi High Court, which has granted him protection over his name, image, and voice, effectively banning their unauthorised commercial use. The ruling sets a precedent for celebrity personality rights in India’s rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Johar filed the petition after raising concerns about websites and social media platforms selling merchandise, such as mugs and T-shirts, featuring his likeness without consent. He also flagged issues of impersonation, fake profiles, domain misuse, and disparaging memes that exploited his persona for profit.
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This decision follows similar suits by Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan, reinforcing the growing legal recognition of personality rights in the age of deepfakes, virality, and online commerce.
