Tollywood Stars Applaud Police Action Against Digital Piracy

In a major victory against digital piracy, Hyderabad Cyber Crime Police have apprehended Emandi Ravi, the brain behind the infamous iBomma/Bappam TV network. Ravi allegedly operated over 65 mirror sites, causing massive financial losses running into thousands of crores for the Telugu film industry, while redirecting users to betting platforms like 1win and 1xbet, putting lakhs at risk of financial fraud. Recent Telugu releases, including Kantara Chapter 1, Dude, and Mirai, were among the films illegally uploaded.

Tollywood stars have welcomed the crackdown. Chiranjeevi condemned piracy as theft that undermines the hard work of thousands of industry professionals. Nagarjuna highlighted the dangers of such sites, sharing that a family member had fallen prey to cyber fraud through these platforms. SS Rajamouli applauded the police operation, calling it a “cinematic climax” where justice prevails, and warned that pirated content carries hidden risks.

The authorities recovered tens of thousands of pirated films and seized crores in illegal earnings, signaling a decisive move to protect both creators and audiences. The collective support from the Tollywood community emphasizes the industry’s strong commitment to combating piracy and safeguarding its content.