Actor-producer Ravi Mohan has been directed by the Delhi High Court to halt the use of the title Bro Code for his upcoming film, marking a setback in his ongoing legal tussle with Indospirit Beverages.
The ruling comes shortly after Mohan’s production company secured temporary relief from the Madras High Court earlier this month.
Delhi HC Bars Use of ‘Bro Code’ for Film Promotions
The Delhi High Court passed an injunction order restraining Ravi Mohan Studios from using, publishing, or promoting the title Bro Code in any form. The order was issued in a trademark infringement case filed by Indospirit Beverages, which owns the BroCode mark used for its alcoholic and ready-to-drink beverages.
The court noted that BroCode beverages were “widely known” and that the name was strongly linked to the company’s products. It further observed that the proposed film title was identical to the registered trademark and could potentially mislead consumers.
The bench rejected the studio’s argument that the Madras High Court had previously ruled in its favour based on “groundless threats.” The Delhi HC clarified that once an infringement suit is filed, a pending threat suit does not prevent the grant of an injunction. As per the October 14, 2025 order, the studio must refrain from using or promoting the title until the case is resolved.
Indospirit’s Claims and Trademark Rights
Indospirit Beverages told the court that BroCode was launched in 2015 and had since built a strong market presence. The company said its trademark is registered under multiple classes and that it has expanded its brand into entertainment, producing a YouTube show titled BroCode Roast, which has reportedly crossed 200 million views, and a music video named BroCode: Onam Ulsavam Song.
The beverage maker said it discovered in September 2025 that Ravi Mohan Studios was promoting a film with the same title. Despite several meetings, follow-up emails, and a cease-and-desist notice issued on October 4, the studio allegedly continued sharing promotional material. The Delhi HC has asked Ravi Mohan Studios to file a reply within four weeks. The next hearing is scheduled for December 23, 2025.
Madras HC’s Interim Protection for Ravi Mohan
Earlier this month, the Madras High Court had granted temporary relief to Ravi Mohan Studios in the same dispute. The court barred Indobevs from issuing copyright infringement threats against the production team.
The interim order, valid for three weeks, also directed that notice be served to Indobevs. If the company failed to acknowledge it, the court noted that the temporary protection could be extended further.
Ravi Mohan had approached the Madras HC seeking a permanent injunction to prevent interference with his film’s production and marketing, arguing that the use of Bro Code as a film title did not infringe the beverage company’s trademark.
About Ravi Mohan’s Upcoming Projects
Ravi Mohan, who was last seen alongside Nithya Menen in Kadhalika Neramillai, is making his directorial debut with An Ordinary Man, starring Yogi Babu. He is also producing and acting in Bro Code, directed by Karthik Yogi, featuring SJ Suryah, Arjun Ashokan, Upendra, Shraddha Srinath, Gouri Priya, Malavika Manoj, and Aishwarya Raj. Both films are being produced under his banner, Ravi Mohan Studios.
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