'Homebound’ in legal trouble as author alleges copyright infringement

India's Oscar-shortlisted film 'Homebound' faces a copyright infringement lawsuit from author Puja Changoiwala. She alleges the film, directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, unlawfully uses her 2021 novel's title and substantial creative elements. Changoiwala is pursuing legal action against Dharma Productions and Netflix, seeking remedies including a distribution stay and title change.

Dec 23, 2025 - 20:05
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'Homebound’ in legal trouble as author alleges copyright infringement
India's Oscar-shortlisted film 'Homebound' faces a copyright infringement lawsuit from author Puja Changoiwala. She alleges the film, directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, unlawfully uses her 2021 novel's title and substantial creative elements. Changoiwala is pursuing legal action against Dharma Productions and Netflix, seeking remedies including a distribution stay and title change.

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