Madras High Court blocks Ilaiyaraaja image use; landmark case to reshape online rules
The Madras High Court has temporarily banned the use of legendary musician Ilaiyaraaja's photograph on social media platforms like YouTube and Facebook. This landmark interim injunction follows a petition highlighting unauthorized commercial use and AI-generated content, including defamatory memes, which allegedly damage his reputation and intellectual property. Legal experts anticipate this ruling will significantly reshape celebrity digital rights.
The Madras High Court has temporarily banned the use of legendary musician Ilaiyaraaja's photograph on social media platforms like YouTube and Facebook. This landmark interim injunction follows a petition highlighting unauthorized commercial use and AI-generated content, including defamatory memes, which allegedly damage his reputation and intellectual property. Legal experts anticipate this ruling will significantly reshape celebrity digital rights.
