Key suspect held for uploading pirated films on Hyderabad police website

Hyderabad: The Hyderabad city police have arrested a key suspect accused of uploading pirated films on the official police website, causing substantial losses to film producers.

As per agency report, the accused has been identified as Ravi, who was allegedly operating from abroad and was taken into custody on Saturday after his return to India. He had reportedly challenged the police to arrest him, prompting intensified efforts to track him down. Film producers had earlier lodged complaints with the police, expressing concern over the growing threat of piracy and the financial damage it was inflicting on the industry.

According to the police, the accused allegedly hacked into the servers of digital companies and uploaded original copies of films on the website before their official release. This unauthorised early release of content resulted in considerable losses to filmmakers and the wider film industry. Police sources added that the full details of the case and the investigation will be officially shared with the media on Monday.