The upcoming film Jatadhara has become the centre of a legal dispute between Ess Kay Gee Entertainment (SKG) and Content Films Productions Pvt. Ltd., leading to a series of allegations and counter-allegations. The project is currently mired in a complex legal battle, with SKG and Content Films Productions presenting conflicting narratives regarding contractual obligations and IP rights.
Jatadhara Legal Battle: Prernaa Arora denies claims, SKG files Rs. 50 crores defamation suit
Legal Notice from SKG’s Counsel:
Adding to the recent developments as multiple allegations were thrown against producer Prernaa Arora, the legal counsel for SKG, Vineet Dhanda, in response, has issued a notice addressing the circulating reports about Prernaa Arora and Jatadhara being embroiled in legal issues. The notice emphasizes that Arora was merely a witness to the agreement between SKG and Content Films Productions and not a direct party to it. It reiterates that Content Films Productions was obligated to invest Rs. 11 crores within 15 days to acquire 50% IP rights but only contributed Rs. 60 lakhs, thereby forfeiting any claim to the project’s IP rights due to this breach. The notice condemns the company’s assertions of owning 50% IP rights despite defaulting on payments as ‘laughable’ and a serious ‘breach of law’. It also criticizes the misuse of media platforms to defame Arora, who is neither a director nor owner of SKG. Consequently, SKG has initiated legal action against Content Films Productions and its owners, Rajiv Aggarwal and Arvind Aggarwal, including a defamation suit seeking damages of Rs. 50 crores in the Bombay High Court. The notice urges media outlets to verify the authenticity of the news before publication and to remove any defamatory articles to avoid legal ramifications.
Content Films Productions
On March 12, 2025, Content Films Productions Pvt. Ltd., associated with Rajtaru Studios Limited, issued a notice asserting that they hold a 50% stake in the intellectual property rights of Jatadhara. This claim is based on a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on December 23, 2024, with SKG, the production house led by producer Prernaa Arora and actor Shivin Narang. The notice further alleges that SKG breached the terms of this MoU and cautions industry stakeholders against engaging with SKG regarding Jatadhara without their consent, threatening legal consequences for unauthorized dealings.
Director Venkat Kalyan’s Rebuttal:
Venkat Kalyan, the writer and director of Jatadhara, has refuted these claims, labeling them as ‘false, baseless, and misleading’. He clarified that the MoU stipulated a 50% IP ownership for Content Films Productions contingent upon a Rs. 10 crores investment. However, the company allegedly contributed only Rs. 60 lakhs towards the project’s Rs. 20 crore budget. Kalyan also accused Content Films Productions of failing to meet their financial commitments, mismanaging accounts, and engaging in unprofessional behavior, leading to a professional fallout. He announced intentions to pursue legal action against Content Films Productions for breach of contract, harassment, and defamation.
As the situation unfolds, the industry awaits further developments and legal resolutions to clarify the rightful ownership and future of the film.
Also Read: Jatadhara row: Director Venkat Kalyan slams Content Films ‘fraudulent claims’, announces legal action
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