No matter how big the production house is, there is something that no production house can afford- movie piracy! All those grainy, illegal downloads and those sneaky recordings in the back row of the theater, we all know how it looks. This is a nightmare for all the production houses and with all the technologies that we have in place, unless the anti-piracy team is strong enough to combat the pirates 24*7, your movie is going to fall prey to the pirates in the online space.

What does piracy of movies take away from the movie buffs more than the damage it does to the whole production crew? The thrill of the big screen, the shared experience, the stories that transport us to another world and the whole experience of cinema. This is where, BLOCK X, India’s No.1 anti-piracy partner comes into picture to protect your movie with the well-equipped tech-savvy team of ours.

Let’s get real for a sec. India’s film industry is a powerhouse, producing more films than any other country in the world. But sadly, it’s also a prime target for piracy. The more fishes, the more fishing rods!

Studies suggest that the Indian film industry loses billions of rupees every year due to piracy. That’s money that could be going towards better films, better jobs, and a healthier industry. With 51% of consumers accessing pirated content, it’s clear that this problem needs immediate attention. With the rise of streaming and online platforms, piracy has evolved. It’s not just about bootleg DVDs anymore. Now, it’s about illegal downloads, streaming sites, and even social media leaks.

Why Should We Care?

“But it’s just one download,” you might think. Wrong! Every illegal download, every shared link, every sneaky recording contributes to the problem. It has the capacity to damage the filmmakers, the actors, the entire crew, and ultimately, the future of Indian cinema.

India has robust laws to combat piracy, including the Cinematograph Act, 1952, and the Copyright Act, 1957. These laws provide the legal framework to take action against piracy and protect intellectual property rights but majority of the piracy crimes are not being handled legally with the help of a strong anti-piracy partner.

So, What Can We Do? Become a Piracy Fighting Superhero!

You don’t need a cape or superpowers to fight piracy. You just need to be a responsible movie lover. Here’s how:

1. Say NO to Pirated Content: Resist the temptation of free downloads and illegal streams. Stick to legitimate platforms like theaters, authorized streaming services, and official online stores.
2. Report Piracy: If you come across pirated content online, report it! Here’s how:
   • Contact Anti-Piracy Organizations: There are organizations dedicated to fighting piracy. You can report incidents to them.
   • Public canalso  report such leaks to the copyright owner (usually the production company of the movie)
   • Public can try contacting the infringer and request them to remove such posts and educate them with the consequences.
   • In fact, they can contact BLOCK X. If we are not actively protecting the content, we will try contacting the copyright owner to help them to remove such leaks.
3. Spread Awareness: Talk to your friends and family about the dangers of piracy. Share this blog post! Let’s create a culture where piracy is unacceptable.
4. Support Legal Platforms: By subscribing to legitimate streaming services and buying tickets to the cinema, you’re directly supporting the film industry and helping to combat piracy.

We all have a role to play in protecting our beloved cinema. Let’s stand together against piracy and ensure that the magic of movies continues to thrive. If you are a production house that would love to protect your movie from the pirates, get in touch with the best anti-piracy partner in India, BLOCK X.