Delhi High Court Grants Ad-Interim Injunction to Indospirit Beverages in Trademark Dispute

Defendant Restrained from Using 'BROCODE' Trademark for Upcoming Film, Pending Final Decision

In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court has granted an ad-interim injunction in favor of Indospirit Beverages Private Limited, restraining Ravi Mohan Studios Private Limited from using the trademark 'BROCODE' in connection with its upcoming film. The decision, rendered by Justice Tejas Karia on October 14, 2025, underscores the importance of trademark rights and the protection of brand identity.

Indospirit Beverages, a prominent player in the alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages industry, sought a permanent injunction against the unauthorized use of its registered trademark 'BROCODE'. The plaintiff argued that the use of 'BROCODE' as the film's title by the defendant could lead to consumer confusion and harm the plaintiff's reputation. The court found merit in these arguments, noting the strong association and goodwill the trademark has garnered over the years.

The court's order prevents Ravi Mohan Studios from using 'BROCODE' in any promotional materials, including trailers, posters, and social media campaigns, until a final decision is reached. However, the production of the film itself can proceed, provided the trademark is not used.

The judgment highlights the balance of convenience favoring the plaintiff, given the potential for consumer confusion and the risk of irreparable injury to Indospirit Beverages' brand. The court also clarified that the prior order from the Madras High Court, which temporarily restrained Indospirit from issuing groundless threats of infringement, does not prevent the Delhi High Court from granting this injunction.

The matter is scheduled for further hearing on December 23, 2025, where the court will continue to assess the trademark infringement claims.

Bottom Line:

Ad-interim injunction granted against defendant restraining unauthorized use of plaintiff's trademark 'BROCODE' as the title of an upcoming film, its trailer, teaser, poster, social media campaign, or related content.

Statutory provision(s): Trade Marks Act, 1999 Sections 142(1), 142(2), 29; Commercial Courts Act, 2015 Section 12A

Indospirit Beverages Private Limited v. Ravi Mohan Studios Private Limited, (Delhi) : Law Finder Doc Id # 2799510