Piracy strikes again! Shahid's 'Deva' leaked online hours after release
What's the story
In a disappointing turn of events, the highly anticipated Bollywood film Deva has been leaked online just hours after its theatrical release on Friday.
The movie, starring Shahid Kapoor in a lead role, was reportedly uploaded on several illegal websites soon after hitting the big screens.
This incident marks yet another case of cyber piracy targeting Indian cinema.
Online spread
Pirated versions of 'Deva' circulated widely
The pirated versions of Deva have been spotted on several illegal websites.
Keywords such as 'Deva Movie Download,' 'Deva Movie HD Download,' 'Deva Tamilrockers,' 'Deva Filmyzilla,' and 'Deva Telegram Links' are trending on social media platforms.
The movie is available in different formats including 1080p, 720p, 480p, 360p, and HD versions on websites like Filmyzilla, Movierulez, Telegram, and Tamilrockerz.
Box office impact
Piracy threatens 'Deva's box office prospects
The online leak of Deva poses a major threat to its box office prospects.
The film, which features one of Kapoor's most intense performances as a rebellious police officer named Dev Ambre, had been drawing huge crowds to theaters across the country.
Co-starring Pooja Hegde as an investigative journalist, with key roles played by Kubbra Sait and Pavail Gulati, this thriller-drama is helmed by Malayalam filmmaker Rosshan Andrrews.
Industry challenge
Piracy: A persistent issue plaguing Indian cinema
The illegal online distribution of films is an ongoing issue for the Indian film industry. It not only impacts box office collections but also compromises the hard work of filmmakers and actors alike.
According to the Copyright Act of 1957, piracy is a criminal offense in India, with risks including malware threats, legal troubles, unexpected financial losses, compromised content quality, and unsafe content exposure for viewers who watch pirated content.