While the convenience of a free download is tempting for many, the operation of sites like Khatrimaza and 9xmovies is illegal under the Copyright Act of 1957 (and similar laws globally). In recent years, the Indian film industry has suffered significant financial losses due to such piracy. While the site operators are the primary targets of law enforcement, users also participate in a practice that undermines the livelihood of thousands of professionals in the film industry.
The Indian film industry loses an estimated $2.5 billion annually to piracy. For every 1 million downloads of a movie on , the producer loses approximately ₹10 crore in potential revenue. This doesn't hurt Amitabh Bachchan or Shah Rukh Khan; it hurts the light boys, spot editors, costume designers, and junior artists whose future projects depend on a film's box office recovery. While the convenience of a free download is
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