Singer Jubin Nautiyal moves Delhi High Court to protect personality rights

Jubin Nautiyal

Popular Indian singer Jubin Nautiyal has approached the Delhi High Court seeking legal protection for his personality rights amid growing concerns over the unauthorised use of celebrity identities in the digital era. Nautiyal filed a petition asking the court to formally recognise his name, image and voice as legally protectable assets and to restrain their misuse without his consent.

In the petition, Nautiyal — known for his soulful voice and chart-topping songs — emphasised that his personal identity is not just a professional tool but a deeply personal part of his life and artistic journey. He stated that, “Music has always been very personal to me. My name, my face and my voice are not just parts of my profession; they are deeply connected to who I am and to a journey that the audience has supported with immense love over the years. When these are used without consent, it affects more than just my work. It impacts the emotional bond I share with my listeners and my family, who have stood beside me through every step."

He added, “This step is taken with humility and responsibility. It is not only for myself, but also in the hope that it helps uphold respect for every artiste who gives their heart to their craft. I trust that the Hon’ble Court will ensure that personal identities are treated with care, integrity and consideration."

Jubin’s legal team, led by advocate Suvigya Vidyarthi and supported by Vivek Vidyarthi, Sarvagya Vidyarthi, Nischay Chaudhary, Apoorva Singh, and Rushali Rawat, explained the grounds for the petition. “The plea seeks recognition of Jubin Nautiyal’s persona, including his name, image and voice, as his exclusive personality right, protected from unauthorised commercial use or digital manipulation."

"In light of increasing instances of voice imitation, fake social media accounts and unlicensed merchandise, my client has sought judicial restraint against such misuse, along with appropriate declaratory and injunctive reliefs. An artiste’s identity is a legally protectable asset, and any exploitation of it must be subject to the artist’s free, informed and prior consent," Vidyarthi said.

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The court will hear the case after the holidays.