Soham Rockstar Entertainment Asserts Copyright Control Over “Do Aur Do paanch”
Soham Rockstar Entertainment has publicly staked it’s claim as the sole copyright holder of the 1980 Hindi film Do Aur Do Paanch, signaling a firm stance against unauthorized use of the property. The announcement, published on February 14, 2026, in Atul Mohan’s Complete Cinema magazine, outlines the company’s complete control over the film and its potential adaptations.
Extensive Rights Claim
The notice details Soham Rockstar Entertainment’s ownership of all negative rights and intellectual property associated with Do Aur Do Paanch. This includes not only the original film but also derivative rights, granting the company exclusive control over:
- Remakes in all languages (Indian and foreign)
- Sequels
- Prequels
- Adaptations into comic books, television series, stage plays, and novels
- Merchandise based on the film’s script
Furthermore, the claim extends to underlying works and ancillary rights, encompassing reproduction, music and sound recording, dubbing, and any future rights that may arise. Essentially, Soham Rockstar Entertainment aims to manage all potential exploitation formats of the film’s universe.
Warning Against Copyright Infringement
The notice serves as a clear warning against any unauthorized copying, reproduction, distribution, public exhibition, broadcasting, digitization, adaptation, or exploitation of the film. Any such actions will be considered copyright infringement and may result in both civil and criminal legal proceedings, as per applicable copyright laws.
context: Recent Discussions Surrounding the Film
This announcement follows recent speculation regarding the film’s influence on upcoming projects. Bollywood Hungama previously reported that elements of Do Aur Do Paanch may have inspired Rohit Shetty’s forthcoming film, Golmaal 5, starring an ensemble cast including Ajay Devgn, Akshay Kumar, and others. However,Rohit Shetty Picturez has since issued a statement clarifying that Golmaal 5 is neither a remake nor directly inspired by the 1980 film.
Soham Rockstar Entertainment’s proactive move underscores its commitment to protecting its intellectual property and ensuring that any future projects related to Do Aur Do Paanch are undertaken with proper authorization.
published: 2026/02/14 21:35:35