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Salman Khan legal dispute over ‘Kala Hiran’ film

Overview

Actor Salman Khan has initiated legal action against the makers of the film ‘Kala Hiran: Battle for Legacy’, alleging that the project’s storyline and promotional content exploit his life and the 1998 blackbuck poaching case to ‘sensationalise’ events and damage his reputation.

In September 2026, the producer informed the Delhi High Court that the film was not yet ready for release as it lacked certification from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). The court included potential OTT releases within the scope of its orders.

By October 2026, the legal dispute expanded as filmmakers filed a plea to stay Khan’s lawsuit, arguing that the proceedings constitute parallel litigation. The makers contend that Khan’s efforts to restrain the film and its promotional materials are already being addressed in separate suits regarding his personality and publicity rights. The court has previously directed the removal of a film teaser following objections from the actor.

Entities

Salman Khan · Amit Jani · Delhi High Court · Central Board of Film Certification · Kala Hiran: Battle for Legacy

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 8 sources
    Salman Khan: Delhi High Court seeks response on ‘Kala Hiran’ suit

    The Delhi High Court has sought a response from actor Salman Khan regarding a plea by ‘Kala Hiran’ filmmakers to stay his lawsuit against the film's release.

  2. [CULTURE] 4 sources
    Salman Khan legal suit: ‘Kala Hiran’ film not yet ready for release

    The Delhi High Court heard a suit by Salman Khan against the film ‘Kala Hiran: Battle for Legacy.’ The producer stated the film is not yet ready for theatrical or OTT release as it awaits CBFC certification.

Sources

barandbench.com · boxofficeincome.in · cinemaexpress.com · deccanchronicle.com · desitalkchicago.com · dnaindia.com · liveLaw.in · newsable.asianetnews.com · newsbytesapp.com · sentinelassam.com · urdu.arynews.tv