DMCA / Copyright Infringement Policy

DMCA / COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT POLICY

Effective Date: 1st January 2026
Platform: Cinema Talkies
Domain: cinematalkies.in

1. INTRODUCTION

Cinema Talkies respects the intellectual property rights of filmmakers, creators, production houses, music labels, and copyright owners.

We expect all users, partners, and creators to comply with applicable copyright laws, including the Indian Copyright Act, 1957 and relevant international regulations.

This policy explains how we handle copyright infringement claims, takedown requests, and disputes.

2. OWNERSHIP OF CONTENT

All content available on Cinema Talkies, including:

  • Movies

  • Short Films

  • Web Series

  • Documentaries

  • Music

  • Artwork

  • Logos

  • Text

  • Software

Is owned by:

  • Cinema Talkies

  • Licensed content partners

  • Independent creators

  • Production companies

Unauthorized copying, recording, downloading, redistribution, or re-uploading is strictly prohibited.

3. CREATOR RESPONSIBILITY

Creators and uploaders confirm that:

  • They own full copyright or valid distribution rights

  • All music, visuals, and third-party materials are licensed

  • Content does not infringe any rights

  • All submissions comply with law

Creators are fully responsible for legal disputes arising from their content.

4. PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES

The following are strictly forbidden:

  • Uploading pirated content

  • Sharing copyrighted material without permission

  • Screen recording or capturing streams

  • Redistributing platform content

  • Using stolen or illegally obtained videos

Violators may face:

  • Content removal

  • Account suspension

  • Permanent termination

  • Legal action

5. COPYRIGHT TAKEDOWN REQUEST PROCEDURE

If you believe your copyrighted work has been infringed on Cinema Talkies, you may submit a takedown request.

Your request must include:

  • Full legal name of copyright owner

  • Contact email and phone number

  • Description of copyrighted work

  • Exact URL or title of infringing content

  • Proof of ownership (registration/license)

  • Statement of good-faith belief of infringement

  • Declaration that information is accurate

  • Physical or digital signature

Send requests to:

📧 Email: support@cinematalkies.in
📌 Subject: Copyright Takedown Request

6. REVIEW & ACTION PROCESS

Upon receiving a valid notice, Cinema Talkies will:

  • Review submitted documents

  • Verify claim authenticity

  • Remove or restrict infringing content

  • Notify the uploader/partner

  • Maintain internal records

We may request additional information if required.

7. COUNTER-NOTIFICATION PROCEDURE

If content is removed in error, the uploader may submit a counter-notice including:

  • Full name and contact details

  • Proof of ownership or license

  • Statement under penalty of perjury

  • Explanation of mistake or misidentification

  • Consent to jurisdiction

Cinema Talkies may restore content after review.

8. REPEAT INFRINGER POLICY

Cinema Talkies maintains a zero-tolerance policy for repeat infringers.

Accounts involved in repeated violations may be:

  • Permanently terminated

  • Blacklisted

  • Reported to authorities

Without further notice.

9. ANTI-PIRACY MEASURES

Cinema Talkies employs:

  • Digital Rights Management (DRM)

  • Watermarking

  • Content fingerprinting

  • Monitoring systems

To prevent unauthorized use.

However, absolute prevention of piracy cannot be guaranteed.

10. NO LIABILITY FOR THIRD-PARTY CLAIMS

Cinema Talkies is not liable for:

  • Misrepresented ownership

  • False licensing claims

  • Creator disputes

  • Third-party copyright conflicts

  • User piracy outside the platform

All responsibility rests with content providers and violators.

11. FALSE CLAIMS & MISUSE

Submitting false or misleading copyright complaints may result in:

  • Legal liability

  • Account suspension

  • Rejection of future claims

We reserve the right to take action against abuse.

12. INTERNATIONAL COPYRIGHT COMPLIANCE

Cinema Talkies follows international copyright principles where applicable and cooperates with global enforcement agencies when required.

13. POLICY UPDATES

This policy may be modified at any time.

Continued platform use indicates acceptance.

14. CONTACT INFORMATION

Cinema Talkies
87/74, Raja Muthiah Road,
Chennai – 600 003, India

📧 support@cinematalkies.in
📞 +91 63790 04900