Archive · 13 Nov 2025
Assamese Film 'Roi Roi Binale' Faces Piracy, YouTuber Arrested
A new Assamese movie, 'Roi Roi Binale,' has become very popular in India, making a lot of money.
It's also the most successful Assamese movie ever!
However, someone has been arrested in the Assam region for allegedly putting parts of the movie on the internet, like on YouTube.
The movie's producer reported this issue.
The person arrested is accused of sharing the film's clips without permission.
The movie had a big release, not just in its home region but also in many other cities across India, which is a first for Assamese films.
This movie is also special because it features the work of the late singer Zubeen Garg.
A man named Rafiqul Islam has been arrested in Assam for allegedly uploading clips of the Assamese film 'Roi Roi Binale' to YouTube.
The film 'Roi Roi Binale' has achieved the status of the highest-grossing production in Assamese cinema history, earning ₹16 crore in its first 12 days.
The arrest was made following a complaint by the film's producer, Shyamantak Gautam, who alleged unauthorized online distribution of film content.
'Roi Roi Binale' had a wide release across 46 Indian cities, marking a significant reach for an Assamese film.
The case involves charges under various acts including the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita, the IT Act, the Copyright Act, and the Cinematograph Act.
- Who
- Rafiqul Islam (accused), Shyamantak Gautam (film producer), Zubeen Garg (late singer-composer of the film)
- What
- An individual was arrested for allegedly uploading clips of the Assamese film 'Roi Roi Binale' to YouTube, days after its theatrical release.
- When
- The arrest was made on Thursday, with the accused being remanded to three days of police custody. The film was released on October 31.
- Where
- The arrest took place in Lakhipur, Goalpara district, Assam. The film was released in 46 cities across India, with significant screenings in the Northeast.
- Why
- The arrest was made in connection with alleged unauthorized uploading of film content, constituting piracy, which was reported by the film's producer.
Film Producers
Alleged Piracy
Content Distribution
Film Producers
Producers aim to control distribution and monetize theatrical and official releases.
Alleged Piracy
Alleged uploaders distribute clips on platforms like YouTube, potentially undermining official releases.
- Film Title
- Roi Roi Binale
- Release Date (India)
- October 31
- Highest Grossing Assamese Film
- Yes
- Domestic Gross (12 days)
- ₹16 crore
- Arrested Individual
- Rafiqul Islam
- Alleged Action
- Uploading film clips to YouTube
- Arrest Location
- Lakhipur, Goalpara district, Assam
