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Sujoy Ghosh calls decade-long plagiarism case over Kahaani 2 a ‘nightmare’: He said I sent a thug to his place

Sujoy Ghosh calls decade-long plagiarism case over Kahaani 2 a ‘nightmare’: He said I sent a thug to his place

Filmmaker Sujoy Ghosh can breathe a sigh of relief. Last month, the Supreme Court quashed the proceedings in a case alleging copyright infringement against the filmmaker over his movie Kahaani 2. At a recent event in Mumbai, Sujoy opened up about the ‘nightmare’ and said his biggest mistake was taking it lightly initially. Sujoy Ghosh opened up about the Kahaani 2 plagiarism case. Kahaani 2: Durga Rani Singh was written and directed by Sujoy and starred Vidya Balan alongside Arjun Rampal, Jugal Hansraj, Kharaj Mukherjee, and Tunisha Sharma. The 2016 release was a commercial success, earning ₹54 crore on a ₹17-crore budget. Immediately after the film’s release, Sujoy was sued by a Jharkhand man, Umesh Prasad Mehta, who claimed that Sujoy stole his script and made Kahaani 2 from it. Sujoy Ghosh on plagiarism case At Samvaad Se Samjhauta, a session on dispute resolution organised by the Screenwriters Association of India (SWA) in Mumbai on Tuesday, Sujoy opened up about the experience. “It’s like somebody saying, ‘You killed that person’, I was like, ‘I haven’t’, …

Sujoy Ghosh gets relief from SC in Kahaani 2 copyright infringement case

Sujoy Ghosh gets relief from SC in Kahaani 2 copyright infringement case

Filmmaker Sujoy Ghosh, who has been accused of copyright infringement over his Kahaani 2, has received a huge relief by the Supreme Court. The apex court on Friday quashed the proceedings against the filmmaker in the copyright infringement case. Sujoy Ghosh gets relief in Kahaani 2 copyright case Writer Umesh Mehta alleged that Sujay had plagiarised the script of Kahaani 2. He claimed that the filmmaker used his script Sabak to make Kahaani 2, which is a copyright violation. A bench of Justices P S Narasimha and Alok Aradhe allowed Ghosh`s plea, challenging a Jharkhand High Court`s order (dated April 22, 2025), which refused to quash the proceedings pending against the filmmaker. “The summoning order dated June 7, 2018, passed by the CJM (Chief Judicial Magistrate) and the order dated April 22, 2025, passed by the high court are quashed and set aside,” the bench noted, while allowing Ghosh`s plea. Sujoy Ghosh is well-known for his thriller Kahaani, set in Kolkata. His other works include Jhankaar Beats and Badla. Additionally, he has also directed short …

As Kahaani 3 finally gets a script, revisiting the time Vidya Balan said director Sujoy Ghosh kept ‘threatening’ her

As Kahaani 3 finally gets a script, revisiting the time Vidya Balan said director Sujoy Ghosh kept ‘threatening’ her

Mar 25, 2025 11:56 AM IST As Vidya Balan and director Sujoy Ghosh team up again for Kahaani 3, let’s take a trip down memory lane Bollywood star Vidya Balan has proven her versatility time and again, may it be as Manjulika in Bhool Bhulaiyaa (2007) or as Silk in The Dirty Picture (2011). Well, one of the greatest masterpieces in Vidya’s filmography, which earned her the title of Best Actress in several award functions, is Kahaani (2012). Helmed by Sujoy Ghosh, it followed the story of a pregnant woman who is searching for her missing husband in Kolkata during Durga Puja. The film ended with one of the most unexpected twists ever seen in Bollywood. Four years later Vidya returned to screens with Kahaani 2: Durga Rani Singh (2016), leaving fans desperate for part 3. Much to our delight, it’s finally happening! Sujoy Ghosh and Vidya Balan to join forces for Kahaani 3 Yes, you read that right. Buzz suggests that a script for Kahaani 3 is locked by director and producer Sujoy Ghosh, …

SRK confirms Siddharth Anand as director for King after Sujoy Ghosh’s exit

SRK confirms Siddharth Anand as director for King after Sujoy Ghosh’s exit

About a month ago, it was reported that filmmaker Sujoy Ghosh had walked out of Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming movie King and was replaced by Pathaan director Siddharth Anand. The superstar confirmed the same during an event in Dubai. Without revealing much details about the film, Khan shared that it would be entertaining and enjoyable. Siddharth is known for films like Bang Bang!, War, and Fighter – all featuring Hrithik Roshan.  Shah Rukh Khan on Siddharth Anand The actor shared, “I am just just shooting it. I will be shooting it for a couple of months. My director, Siddharth Anand, is very strict. He made Pathaan also. He has asked me not to reveal what we are doing. I can’t tell you but I can assure you that it will be entertaining. You will enjoy it. The team is working very hard. We are making a great film for everyone.” BIG NEWS! 🎉 Shah Rukh Khan confirms @justSidAnand to direct #King! 🔥♥️ The excitement begins ❤️🔥@iamsrk @GlobalVillageAE#GlobalVillage #ShahRukhKhan #SRK #KingKhan #Dubai #DubaiGlobalVillage #SRKinDubai #King pic.twitter.com/f1I2Gv2T2W …

Shahid Kapoor to collaborate with Sujoy Ghosh after his exit from Shah Rukh Khan’s King? Here’s the truth

Shahid Kapoor to collaborate with Sujoy Ghosh after his exit from Shah Rukh Khan’s King? Here’s the truth

Reports have claimed that Sujoy Ghosh has stepped away from directing Shah Rukh Khan‘s next film King, and here’s what he is up to now. As per a report in Mid-Day, Sujoy is now busy developing a thriller with actor Shahid Kapoor. Yes, you read that right! Also Read – Shahid Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor Khan get clicked in one frame; fans remember Aditya and Geet A source quoted saying, ‘Shahid was interested in the script earlier, but the timing wasn’t right. Now, both Sujoy and he are making it a priority to align their schedules and bring them to life’. Shahid’s team on Monday morning denied that he’s in talks with Sujoy for any such film. Also Read – THIS actress joins likes of Shraddha Kapoor and Shahid Kapoor, rents 3BHK in Mumbai to pay monthly rent of…. The details of the plot are still unknown The genre is reported to be a thriller. Sujoy’s 2012 film Kahaani, starring Vidya Balan and his latest Netflix India feature Jaane Jaan, starring Kareena Kapoor managed to win …

After stepping down from Shah Rukh Khan’s King, Sujoy Ghosh to direct thriller with Shahid Kapoor: Report | Bollywood

After stepping down from Shah Rukh Khan’s King, Sujoy Ghosh to direct thriller with Shahid Kapoor: Report | Bollywood

Dec 30, 2024 09:28 AM IST Sujoy Ghosh, who has written Shah Rukh Khan’s next film King, has reportedly stepped down from direction. He’s now focusing on a new thriller. After reports emerged claiming that Sujoy Ghosh has stepped away from directing Shah Rukh Khan’s next film King, we may now know what the director is up to. As per a Mid-Day report, Sujoy is now busy developing a thriller with actor Shahid Kapoor. (Also Read – Shah Rukh Khan and Suhana Khan’s King to be helmed by Siddharth Anand and not Sujoy Ghosh: Report) Sujoy Ghosh to reportedly direct Shahid Kapoor in a thriller. Sujoy, Shahid to collaborate? The report quotes a source as saying, “Shahid was interested in the script earlier, but the timing wasn’t right. Now, both Sujoy and he are making it a priority to align their schedules and bring it to life.” While details of the plot remain undisclosed, the genre is reported to be a thriller, given Sujoy’s expertise in that space, from his cult 2012 film Kahaani, starring …

Sujoy Ghosh To Make Thriller With Shahid Kapoor Post Exit From Shah Rukh Khan Starrer King? What We Know

Sujoy Ghosh To Make Thriller With Shahid Kapoor Post Exit From Shah Rukh Khan Starrer King? What We Know

Last Updated:December 29, 2024, 21:38 IST Sujoy Ghosh, who recently stepped down as the director of Shah Rukh Khan starrer King, is reportedly in discussions with Shahid Kapoor for a thriller. Sujoy Ghosh recently stepped down as the director of Shah Rukh Khan starrer King. Filmmaker Sujoy Ghosh, who was initially supposed to helm Shah Rukh Khan, Suhana Khan and Abhishek Bachchan starrer ‘King’, has stepped down as the director of the film. Instead, SRK will now collaborate with his Pathaan helmer Siddharth Anand for the film. Now, as per latest reports, Sujoy Ghosh has moved on from King, and is already in discussion for his next project. He is reportedly in talks with Shahid Kapoor for a thriller film, and if this is finalized, it will mark the actor and director’s first collaboration. As per a report in Mid-Day, Sujoy Ghosh and Shahid Kapoor had planned to collaborate on a movie in 2021, however, the project did not materialize due to scheduling conflicts. Now, the actor-director duo has reportedly resumed discussions about the film, …

Moving on from Shah Rukh Khan-led King, Sujoy Ghosh to now start working with Shahid Kapoor for his next? Find out

Moving on from Shah Rukh Khan-led King, Sujoy Ghosh to now start working with Shahid Kapoor for his next? Find out

Renowned filmmaker Sujoy Ghosh was supposed to direct Shah Rukh Khan’s King. However, Pinkvilla exclusively reported that Siddharth Anand, who is backing and also wrote the film, has received the opportunity to direct the action entertainer. Meanwhile, the Kahaani director has now decided to move on to his next project with Shahid Kapoor. Pinkvilla was the first one to inform you about the potential collaboration between Shahid Kapoor and Sujoy Ghosh back in 2021. However, the scheduling conflicts prevented them from proceeding any further. Now, a recent report by Mid-Day has revealed that the filmmaker has resumed discussions about the film. The production of the film will begin next year in 2025. The report further mentions that the film’s plot has not yet been disclosed, but industry insiders believe the project will feature the director’s suspense and drama. “Shahid was interested in the script earlier, but the timing wasn’t right. Now, both Sujoy and he are making it a priority to align their schedules and bring it to life,” the source was quoted as saying.  …

Sujoy Ghosh to make thriller with Shahid Kapoor after exit from Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘King’? – India TV

Sujoy Ghosh to make thriller with Shahid Kapoor after exit from Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘King’? – India TV

Image Source : X Sujoy Ghosh’s upcoming thriller film is now garnering attention There were reports for a long time about Sujoy Ghosh that he would direct Shah Rukh Khan and his daughter Suhana Khan’s upcoming film ‘King’. However, the latest reports suggest that the command of directing the film has been handed over to Pathaan and Fighter director Siddharth Anand who was earlier just co-producing the film. At the same time, after leaving ‘King’, Sujoy has started working on his new project. If reports are to be believed, he is working on a thriller project. Also, talks are going on with this Bollywood star for the lead role. Will Shahid Kapoor be seen in Sujoy Ghosh’s film? Filmmaker Sujoy Ghosh and Bollywood actor Shahid Kapoor are reportedly in talks for a potential thriller project. The two initially planned to collaborate in 2021 but had to postpone it due to schedule ups and downs. Now, they are reworking on the idea with plans to begin production in 2025. Thriller film script ready! Ghosh, known for …

Shah Rukh Khan and Suhana Khan’s King to be helmed by Siddharth Anand and not Sujoy Ghosh: Report | Bollywood

Shah Rukh Khan and Suhana Khan’s King to be helmed by Siddharth Anand and not Sujoy Ghosh: Report | Bollywood

Dec 23, 2024 02:57 PM IST Reportedly, Sujoy Ghosh has only written King with Siddharth Anand and others. It will also star Abhishek Bachchan apart from Shah Rukh Khan and Suhana Khan. Siddharth Anand and not Sujoy Ghosh, reportedly, will helm Shah Rukh Khan and Suhana Khan-starrer King. As per a Pinkvilla report, the prep work for the film has been underway for the last six months and the movie will go on floors in March 2025 and release globally in 2026. It is a “6 to 7-month schedule”. Reportedly, the film has been written by Sujoy Ghosh with Siddharth, Suresh Nair and Sagar Pandya. (Also Read | Shah Rukh Khan confirms his next film is Sujoy Ghosh’s King, has ‘age-centric’ role: Have to lose some weight) Both Siddharth Anand and Sujoy Ghosh will be part of Shah Rukh Khan-starrer King. Siddharth Anand will helm King? Pinkvilla reported quoting its source, “Shah Rukh Khan and Siddharth Anand is among the biggest combination for Hindi Cinema, and are all set for a reunion on King. The …