Media law, forcontent that travelsfast and far.
SIRI Law LLP advises production houses, OTT platforms and content creators on licensing, copyright protection, talent contracts and the regulatory framework covering content in India.
- Free first consultation
- IT Rules 2021 aware
- Fixed-fee packages available
- Hyderabad and online
- Production and platform experience
Media & Entertainment
Content moves across platforms and jurisdictions faster than most contracts anticipate. A licensing agreement that does not clearly define territory, term and platform rights creates disputes the moment content performs better than expected.
Production houses and studios
Licensing, financing and talent agreements for productions of any scale.
OTT and streaming platforms
Content licensing and IT Rules compliance for platforms operating in India.
Content creators and influencers
Contracts and IP protection for individual creators and their teams.
Music and audio businesses
Licensing and royalty agreements for music and audio content.
Roadmap
Where we help, across production and release.
From development through to distribution and beyond.
- 01Pre-production to wrap
Develop and produce
Contracts at this stage determine who owns what once the work is done.
- Talent, crew and director agreements
- Location and equipment agreements
- IP ownership and work-for-hire terms
- Financing and co-production agreements
- 02Release
License and distribute
Distribution terms determine where and how your content can travel.
- Content licensing and distribution agreements
- Territory, term and platform rights definition
- Music and synchronisation licensing
- International distribution and dubbing rights
- 03Ongoing
Stay compliant
Platforms and publishers carry specific regulatory obligations.
- IT Rules 2021 compliance for platforms
- Content classification and age-rating advisory
- Grievance mechanism and takedown process
- Advertising and sponsorship compliance
- 04Ongoing
Protect and enforce
Content value depends on being able to stop unauthorised use.
- Copyright registration and enforcement
- Piracy and infringement action
- Defamation and content liability defence
What we do
Content law, from script to screen.
Legal support for the full lifecycle of a media production or platform.
Talent and crew contracts
Agreements with actors, directors, crew and other production talent.
- Talent
- Crew
- Contracts
Content licensing agreements
Licensing and distribution terms for film, TV and digital content.
- Licensing
- Distribution
- Content
Copyright protection
Registration and enforcement of copyright in creative works.
- Copyright
- Registration
- Enforcement
OTT and platform compliance
IT Rules 2021 compliance for streaming platforms and content publishers.
- OTT
- IT Rules
- Compliance
Music and synchronisation licensing
Rights clearance for music used in film, TV and advertising.
- Music licensing
- Synchronisation
- Rights clearance
Defamation and content risk advisory
Reviewing content for defamation and other liability risk before release.
- Defamation
- Content review
- Risk
Creator and influencer contracts
Brand deal and platform monetisation agreements for individual creators.
- Creators
- Influencers
- Brand deals
Where we come in
Five mistakes we often see.
Each one surfaces exactly when the content starts performing.
Licensing agreements with undefined territory
Ambiguity about where content can be distributed creates disputes the moment a platform wants to expand release.
No written work-for-hire terms with talent or crew
Without clear IP ownership terms, disputes over who owns the final work can surface long after production wraps.
Music used without proper clearance
Synchronisation rights are often assumed rather than confirmed, creating liability that surfaces after release, not before.
Platforms without a compliant grievance mechanism
IT Rules 2021 requires specific grievance and takedown processes. Missing this creates regulatory exposure.
Content released without a defamation review
A single unreviewed claim in dialogue or narration can create liability disproportionate to the production's budget.
Ready to start?
Producing, distributing or streaming content? Call for a free first consultation.
Tell us about your project and we will flag what needs attention. Calls are answered by an advocate.
Why media companies choose us
We move at production speed.
Retain us for a single matter or for the long run. Either way you deal with the same accountable team.
Full lifecycle experience
From development contracts through to distribution and enforcement.
Platform and production both covered
Advisory for content creators and the platforms that host them.
Fast turnaround
We know a contract delay can hold up a shoot or a release date.
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Questions
Common questions.
General information only, not legal advice. Every situation differs, so speak to us about yours.
What should a talent contract cover?
Compensation, credit, IP ownership of the final work, usage rights, and any restrictions on the talent's other engagements during the term.
We draft these to protect the production while remaining fair to talent.
Do we need to register copyright?
Copyright exists automatically on creation, but registration provides evidence of ownership that makes enforcement significantly easier.
We recommend registration for any content with real commercial value.
What are IT Rules 2021 compliance requirements for platforms?
Requirements include content classification, a grievance redressal mechanism, and specific due diligence obligations depending on the type of platform.
We help platforms build compliant processes from the outset.
How do we clear music for our production?
Synchronisation and master use rights typically need to be cleared separately from the underlying composition rights, often from different rights holders.
We handle the clearance process and negotiate licensing terms.
Can you review content for defamation risk before release?
Yes, a pre-release review can identify claims or portrayals that carry defamation risk, allowing you to address them before they become a legal problem.
This is particularly valuable for content based on real events or people.
How much does this cost?
Fixed-fee packages are available for contract drafting and compliance reviews. Larger productions and disputes are scoped separately.
Fees are agreed in writing before work starts.
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Free first consultation
Tell us about your media matter.
High level is fine. We check conflicts, tell you honestly whether we can help, and what it would cost. You decide, with no pressure.
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