Entertainment · Indian Cinema · 14 hrs ago
Delhi High Court orders interim protection for Kangana Ranaut’s identity
The Delhi High Court has temporarily protected actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut’s name, image, voice and other personal attributes from unauthorised use.
The order, issued on October 8, came after Ranaut filed a case alleging that websites and social media accounts shared fabricated statements, manipulated recordings and AI-generated material depicting her.
It covers deepfakes, impersonation, false quotes and other content that falsely presents her as saying or doing things.
The court said such material could mislead viewers and harm her reputation.
Meta must remove identified content within 72 hours of receiving the order, while authorities were told to take steps to block specified websites within the same period.
These interim directions remain in force until the next hearing.
The Delhi High Court granted Kangana Ranaut interim protection against unauthorised use of her identity.
The order covers her name, image, voice and other personal attributes, including AI-generated deepfakes and fabricated statements.
Meta Platforms was directed to remove identified infringing content within 72 hours of receiving the order.
Authorities were asked to take steps to block access to specified websites within the same period.
The interim directions will remain in force until the next hearing.
- Who
- Actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut.
- What
- The Delhi High Court granted her interim protection from unauthorised use of her identity and related attributes.
- When
- Justice Vikas Mahajan passed the order on October 8, 2026.
- Where
- The Delhi High Court, in Delhi.
- Why
- Ranaut sought protection, alleging that social media platforms and websites circulated fabricated statements, manipulated material and AI-generated content depicting her.
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Justice Vikas Mahajan passed the interim order in Ranaut’s suit.
Meta Platforms was directed to remove identified infringing content, while authorities were asked to initiate steps to block specified websites.
The interim directions are to remain in force.
- Court
- Delhi High Court
- Judge
- Justice Vikas Mahajan
- Order date
- October 8, 2026
- Removal deadline
- Within 72 hours of being served a copy of the order
- Protection covers
- Name, image, voice and other personal attributes
What people are saying
The apprehension of detriment and damage to the image and personality of the plaintiff, prima facie, appears to be real and present.
Sources
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