Producer of recently released Hindi film fun 4 has found itself at the center of a new controversy. Radio jockey and well-known content creator Ashish Sharma has approached the Delhi High Court, alleging that a scene from the film was removed from his viral Instagram skit without his permission.
Masti 4 in trouble: RJ Ashish Sharma accuses makers of copying viral Instagram skit, moves Delhi High Court
According to Sharma, a sequence fun 4 closely resembles the audio-visual drama of his title “Consequence of Doubt”Which he posted on Instagram in January 2024. The drama, which revolves around doubt-driven humour, garnered over 11 million views, significantly increasing Sharma’s popularity on social media.
In his petition, Sharma has accused the makers of the film of copying not only the central idea but also the story, character interactions, sequence of events and even the comic punchlines from his original content. He is seeking a permanent injunction, financial damages and a detailed breakdown of profits, claiming that his work has been used without consent or credit.
fun 4 It is produced by Maruti International along with other production houses and was released in theaters on November 21, 2025. While the film has already completed its theatrical run, it is now scheduled to premiere on an OTT platform on January 16, 2026 – a factor that weighed heavily during the court hearing.
A single-judge bench of Justice Tushar Rao Gedela heard Sharma’s plea for urgent relief on January 6, 2026. Taking note of the upcoming digital release of the film, the court issued notice to the producers, stating that they should be given an opportunity to present their case before taking any interim decision. The judge indicated that a short notice was appropriate given the stage of the film’s release cycle.
Sharma, who has a large following on both Instagram and YouTube, told the court that he is the sole creator and owner of the skit. He further argued that the alleged copying is a deliberate violation of his creative rights, especially at a time when digital creators are increasingly contributing original ideas to popular culture.
The next hearing of the case is scheduled for January 13, 2026. Until then, all eyes are on what the makers do next. fun 4 Respond to the allegations. With the increasing overlap between social media content and mainstream cinema, the outcome of this controversy may also spark a larger conversation about originality, originality and creative boundaries in Bollywood.
