Tollywood actor and philanthropist Konidela Chiranjeevi has won a major legal battle in safeguarding his identity from misuse. The Chief Judge of the City Civil Court, Hyderabad, issued an ad-interim injunction on September 26, 2025, in Chiranjeevi’s favor, preventing several individuals and entities from using his name, image, voice, or likeness without permission.

The actor approached the court after noticing the misuse of his name and image on online platforms, merchandise, and even in AI-generated materials. Recognizing Chiranjeevi’s iconic status and four-decade-long career in the industry decorated with national honors like the Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan, the court opined that such misuse could seriously damage his reputation and financial interests.

The court order made it

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