Plagiarism accusations have long haunted the music industry — and the latest storm features Bollywood and K-pop at the center.
In March 2025, K-pop artist Jennie posted a nine-second teaser of her new single, Like Jennie, on social media. What was meant to generate excitement around its imminent release quickly turned into controversy when netizens…
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The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season has barely begun, yet it’s already embroiled in a heated controversy over pitch preparation. Kolkata Knight Riders’ head coach Chandrakant Pandit, Chennai Super Kings’ Stephen Fleming, and Lucknow Super Giants’ mentor Zaheer Khan have voiced their frustration over a glaring issue: home teams have little…
For over 3,000 workers in Bengaluru and Mumbai, the news of Technicolor Group’s closure on February 24, 2025, wasn’t just a headline—it was a visceral blow. These weren’t mere statistics; they were artists, animators, and technicians whose creative hands shaped Hollywood icons like Mufasa: The Lion King, Kung Fu Panda, and the Harry Potter…
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In 2012, Indian boxers were caught in a tug-of-war between two federations—neither recognized internationally—leaving athletes in limbo. This wasn’t an isolated crisis; it’s a symptom of a fractured sports ecosystem plaguing India across disciplines like boxing, archery, and table tennis. Rival federations, each claiming legitimacy, spawn a tangle of legal disputes, governance…
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In 2023, India’s media and entertainment industry was valued at over $28 billion and is projected to surpass $50 billion by 2030. As box office trends shift and streaming platforms dominate, the way industry professionals—actors, directors, producers, and studios—structure their compensation is evolving. One of the most significant trends shaping Bollywood, Tollywood,…
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Esports is an emerging sports entertainment field that has recently become a billion-dollar industry, with a current market value of approximately $1.88 billion in 2022 and projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 26.8% from 2023 to 2030. Esports break the hindrances created by physical fitness and the traditional…
In September 2024, five tennis players were sanctioned for breaching the Tennis Anti-Corruption Program. The sanction was linked to a criminal case heard in 2023 involving a match-fixing syndicate in Belgium. Cases of corruption like this one have raised pertinent questions about the sanctity of competitions and international sports.
For corruption to be tamed there…
Franchise cricket has emerged as a key element of contemporary cricket, captivating audiences and offering athletes lucrative prospects. From the Indian Premier League (IPL) to the Big Bash League (BBL) and the expanding Legends League, franchise cricket has significantly enhanced the sport’s commercial and entertainment appeal. It has opened doors to previously unexplored markets, provided…
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has long enjoyed a controversial status regarding its tax obligations. As one of the wealthiest sports organizations globally, it has claimed tax exemptions under the premise of promoting cricket as a charitable activity. However, recent developments and discussions surrounding this issue suggest that the BCCI should…
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has long enjoyed a controversial status regarding its tax obligations. As one of the wealthiest sports organizations globally, it has claimed tax exemptions under the premise of promoting cricket as a charitable activity. However, recent developments and discussions surrounding this issue suggest that the BCCI should…
