Shilpa Shetty : The Bombay High Court has issued an order safeguarding the personality rights of actress Shilpa Shetty. According to an official statement from her team, the court has prohibited the unauthorized use of her name, image, voice, likeness, or personality in any manner, particularly when used misleadingly or for commercial purposes.
Immediate Action Against Misuse
The court has directed that defamatory or infringing content circulating across various platforms must be removed immediately. The order emphasized that no public figure’s identity or reputation can be exploited commercially or digitally without their explicit consent.
Clear Stance on Digital Manipulation
This ruling comes as a significant step against the misuse of digital technology, including deepfakes and other forms of digital impersonation. The court reaffirmed that Shilpa Shetty’s name, image, voice, and overall personality are valuable legal rights that cannot be manipulated or used commercially without her approval.
Background of the Case
In November 2025, Shilpa Shetty approached the Bombay High Court to protect her personality rights. Her lawyer, Sana Rais Khan, stated,
“The misuse of Ms. Shilpa Shetty’s name, image, and identity has reached a point where legal intervention has become necessary.”
The court’s decision highlights the growing importance of protecting individuals’ digital identity and ensuring that public figures’ rights are respected in the online world.