Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava Hit By Online Piracy, Cyber Police Registers Case Against Illegal Leak
Vicky Kaushal's "Chhaava" faces online piracy with 1,818 illegal links, causing box office losses. Mumbai Police and Cyber Cell are investigating. The film is directed by Laxman Utekar.
Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava is riding high at the box office, but trouble has knocked on its door. The historical epic has fallen prey to online piracy, with illegal copies surfacing on the internet. With the film still raking in big numbers, this leak threatens to put a dent in its collections. However, the cyber police have stepped in and registered a case against the culprits.
The Mumbai Police quicklt registered a case against the illegal distribution of Chhaava on various digital platforms. The action follows a complaint by Shri Rajat Rahul Haksar, CEO of August Entertainment Pvt Ltd, an anti-piracy agency hired by Maddock Films Pvt Ltd.
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The anti-piracy agency revealed that Chhaava had been illegally shared through a staggering 1,818 internet links, causing substantial losses at the box office since its nationwide release on February 14, 2025.
In response, authorities have taken legal action under multiple provisions, including Sections 316(2) and 308(3) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Sections 51, 63, and 65A of the Copyright Act, Section 6AA of the Cinematograph Act, 1952 (Amendment 2023), and Sections 43 and 66 of the Information Technology Act.
Following the complaint, the Cyber Cell has sprung into action, launching an active investigation into the illegal distribution of Chhaava. Authorities are keeping a close watch on online platforms, tracking down the sources of these pirated links to catch those responsible.
Chhaava is a historical action film based on the life of Sambhaji Maharaj, the second ruler of the Maratha Empire, who is played by Vicky Kaushal. An adaptation of the Marathi novel Chhava by Shivaji Sawant, it is directed by Laxman Utekar and produced by Dinesh Vijan under Maddock Films. The cast also includes Rashmika Mandanna and Akshaye Khanna. The film score and soundtrack album are composed by A. R. Rahman while the lyrics are written by Irshad Kamil and Kshitij Patwardhan.
Here’s why you should always choose the legal way to enjoy your favourite films and not watch pirated ones.
– It hurts the film industry – Movies take months (sometimes years) of hard work, from actors and directors to technicians and crew members. Piracy steals their earnings, making it harder for them to bring us more amazing content.
– It’s illegal – Watching pirated films isn’t just unfair—it’s a crime. Many countries have strict anti-piracy laws, and engaging in it (even as a viewer) could get you into legal trouble.
– Risk of viruses and malware – Those shady websites hosting pirated movies are often packed with viruses, malware, and scams that can harm your device or steal your data.
So, the next time you’re tempted to watch a leaked film, think twice!
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