Media and Entertainment Law

Media and Entertainment Law governs the legal rights, responsibilities, and commercial relationships in the world of film, television, music, digital content, publishing, gaming, and advertising. At TMS Law Associates, we provide end-to-end legal support to content creators, production houses, OTT platforms, advertising agencies, influencers, and broadcasters.

India’s media and entertainment sector is regulated under multiple legal frameworks including the Copyright Act, 1957, Trade Marks Act, 1999, Information Technology Act, 2000, Cinematograph Act, and advertising and broadcasting guidelines by CBFC, ASCI, and TRAI.

We help clients at every stage of the content lifecycle—from idea creation and rights acquisition to distribution, licensing, and enforcement.

At TMS Law Associates, we combine deep legal expertise with an understanding of creative industries. We ensure that content producers, artists, and companies operate within legal boundaries while safeguarding their intellectual and commercial interests.

We assist with:

• Drafting and reviewing film and music contracts, licensing agreements, and publishing deals

• Legal clearance for film, TV, OTT, and ad campaigns

• Protection of copyrights, trademarks, and moral rights

• Dispute resolution and litigation related to defamation, copyright infringement, or content takedown

• Negotiation of artist agreements, brand endorsements, and influencer contracts

• Censorship, regulatory, and CBFC certification guidance

• Content compliance under IT Rules and digital media codes

• Legal advisory for gaming, animation, and virtual production