Chandni Bar Director Madhur Bhandarkar Files Complaint Against Makers Of Sequel For 'Unauthorised Use' Of Title

A sequel to filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar's National Award-winning film Chandni Bar, which originally starred Tabu, is currently in the works. Producer Sandeep Singh is developing the second instalment along

with director Ajay Bahl. However, the team has landed in trouble for allegedly proceeding with the title Chandni Bar Returns without seeking permission from Bhandarkar, who owns the rights to the registered name. Madhur Bhandarkar Files Complaint Against Chandni Bar 2 MakersThe Fashion director has filed a complaint with the Indian Motion Picture Producers’ Association (IMPPA) against the makers of the sequel for the “unauthorised use” of the title.In a letter to Singh and his banner, the IMPPA said, "This is to inform you that we have received a complaint from our member, M/s Bhandarkar Entertainment, Mr Madhur Bhandarkar that your company is using their registered title “Chandni Bar” for a sequel titled “Chandni Bar Returns” without obtaining the requisite authorisation or consent.:They added, "Please note that the title “Chandni Bar” is a registered property of M/s Bhandarkar Entertainment. Any use of this title, in any form or medium, without their prior written approval constitutes unauthorised use and may invite appropriate action. Therefore, you are hereby advised to stop using the said title in any format with immediate effect."Sandeep and his team are yet to react to the official complaint. More About Chandni Bar 2Reports suggest that the makers are reimagining the critically acclaimed film for a modern audience. Names like Ananya Panday, Sharvari Wagh, and Tripti Dimri are reportedly being considered for the lead role. If reports are to be believed, Tabu is also expected to reprise her iconic role in the sequel, which will revolve around Mumbai’s dance bars.