AP Local TV Streams Pirated 'Game Changer' Movie
Game Changer hit a setback with a pirated HD print circulating online. Cybercrime authorities are investigating 45 individuals involved in the leak and spoilers.
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A pirated HD version of the political action film Game Changer, starring Ram Charan and Kiara Advani, surfaced on the internet on Tuesday. The leak was first reported by AP Local TV, a local cable network, which streamed the unauthorized version of the film, leading to buzz on social media platforms.
Released in theaters just days earlier, on January 10, Game Changer quickly became the subject of controversy after the leak. The film, directed by Shankar, has already attracted attention for its political themes and star-studded cast. However, the pirated version's appearance has raised concerns about piracy's impact on box office performance.
The film's production team has acted swiftly, filing a formal complaint with cybercrime authorities. The complaint lists 45 individuals believed to be responsible for the piracy and the subsequent spread of negative content surrounding the movie. The authorities are investigating whether these individuals acted alone or if there is an organized network behind the distribution of the pirated content.
In addition to the leak, the filmmakers have accused a group of individuals of threatening the production team just days before the film's official release. These individuals allegedly demanded a sum of money in exchange for refraining from distributing the pirated version. Just two days before the film's premiere, key plot details were shared on social media, including significant twists, which further fueled the online controversy.
Following the film's release, the pirated HD print of Game Changer quickly spread across various platforms, including Telegram and other social media channels. The leak not only impacted the film's financial prospects but also contributed to a wave of negative sentiment across social media, with unauthorized clips and spoilers circulating widely. Several social media users posted unauthorized content, revealing crucial plot points.
In response, the filmmakers have filed additional complaints against social media accounts involved in sharing the pirated content.
