Delhi HC seeks Salman Khan’s reply in ‘Kala Hiran’ film case

The Delhi High Court on Tuesday, 6 October 2026, issued notice to actor Salman Khan on a plea by the makers of the proposed film 'Kala Hiran: The Battle for Legacy' seeking to stay his suit against the movie's release. Justice Anup Jairam Bhambhani sought Khan's response. Producer Amit Jani's application argues that the dispute is substantially the same as an earlier suit filed by Khan over personality rights, in which an ex-parte ad-interim injunction was granted on December 11, 2025. The producer contends that the current proceedings amount to parallel litigation over the same film, promotional material, and alleged infringement of the actor's personality or publicity rights.

On July 27, a coordinate bench had restrained the release of the film's teaser and directed the takedown of 23 URLs. The producer says the core relief sought in both matters is identical. The film's makers have previously told the court that the movie is not yet in a releasable state as it awaits certification from the Censor Board. The court has also observed that the makers cannot exploit Khan's name, mannerisms, and distinctive attributes for commercial gains without his authorisation or disseminate content that injures his reputation.