Updated On: 17 September, 2025 10:17 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Filmmaker Karan Johar sued multiple websites and platforms for unauthorized use of his name, image, and likeness on products like mugs and T-shirts, as well as for impersonation, fake profiles, and obscene/disparaging content

Karan Johar
On Wednesday, the Delhi High Court hinted that it would issue a ruling granting an interim injunction in favour of filmmaker and producer Karan Johar, who is seeking protection for his personality and publicity rights.
In response to Johar's case, the court issued summonses to many online platforms and websites, requesting that social media intermediaries Meta Platforms and others produce Basic Subscriber Information as well as IT log records.