Media & Entertainment Law

King Stubb & Kasiva (KSK) is one of India’s premier full-service law firms, offering specialised Media & Entertainment legal solutions from our newly inaugurated Mumbai office. With over two decades of experience across corporate, regulatory, and dispute resolution matters, KSK has been at the forefront of advising some of India’s most dynamic creative and entertainment businesses.

Our dedicated Media & Entertainment Law Practice, headquartered in Mumbai, caters to studios, producers, OTT platforms, music labels, broadcasters, digital platforms, advertisers, gaming companies, and sports franchises, delivering tailored legal expertise that empowers the creative economy.

Our Services

• Film, Television & OTT: Legal support for production, distribution, and co-production agreements.
• Music & Performing Arts: Contracts, licensing, royalty management, and IP protection.
• Digital Media, Influencers & Advertising: Endorsements, branded content, and regulatory compliance.
• Gaming, E-Sports & Sports: League structuring, sponsorships, and player agreements.
• Intellectual Property, Licensing & Enforcement: Trademark, copyright, and anti-piracy enforcement.
• Corporate & Commercial Transactions: M&A, joint ventures, investments, and film financing.
• Taxation & Regulatory Advisory: GST, FDI, royalty taxation, and cross-border compliance.
• Labour, Employment & Guild Compliance: Talent contracts, guild regulations, and workplace policies.
• Technology & Data: Data privacy, AI/AR/VR content, and blockchain/NFT licensing.
• Dispute Resolution: Arbitration, litigation, defamation, and entertainment contract enforcement.

Key Highlights

• OTT Platforms: Advised leading streaming platforms on content acquisition, licensing, and regulatory compliance.
• Film Co-Productions: Structured cross-border film co-productions between Indian and European entities.
• Music IP Enforcement: Represented major music labels in copyright infringement and royalty disputes.
• Sports & Gaming: Designed legal frameworks for e-sports tournaments, sponsorships, and player agreements.
• Advertising & Influencers: Drafted influencer contracts ensuring full compliance with consumer law.
• Event Management: Advised global entertainment companies on venue, sponsorship, and liability arrangements for concerts in India.

Our New Mumbai Office: A Dedicated Hub for Media & Entertainment Law

KSK proudly announces the opening of its third office in Mumbai at Remi Commercio, Andheri West. This office marks our tenth location nationwide and serves as a dedicated hub for media and entertainment law, strengthening our ability to serve India’s creative industries with focused expertise.

The office is staffed with 2 partners heading a team of specialised lawyers, focusing exclusively on film, television, digital content, music, gaming, advertising, talent management, and emerging media platforms.

Why Choose KSK?

• Comprehensive Coverage: Full-spectrum services across media, entertainment, and creative sectors.
• Pan-India Reach: Offices in 10 cities for local and national representation.
• Cross-Border Expertise: Global collaborations for international projects.
• Sector Specialisation: Deep understanding of the entire media value chain.
• Integrated Services: Seamless legal support across corporate, tax, employment, IP, and technology law