Rajasthan High Court Lifts Stay On Release Of Alia Bhatt Starrer 'Jigra' Over Trademark Dispute

The Rajasthan High Court lifted the stay on the release of Alia Bhatt’s film ‘Jigra,’ imposed by a commercial court over a trademark dispute. The court ruled that naming the movie ‘Jigra’ did not constitute trademark infringement, as Dharma Productions was not trading under that name. The stay was initially granted after Bhallaram Choudhary claimed trademark rights over ‘Jigra’ in the education and entertainment sectors. The High Court found no prima facie evidence of infringement and emphasized that any violation could be compensated financially. The court considered the balance of convenience and potential financial loss to Dharma Productions, allowing the film’s release. The next hearing is scheduled for October 16, with the court noting that proper pleadings and affidavits are yet to be completed.