Below is a template you can adapt. Only include truthful statements—false claims can lead to liability for perjury.
[Your Name]
[Your Address – optional, but often required]
[Your City, State, ZIP – optional]
[Your Email Address]
[Your Phone Number – optional]
Date: [Month Day, Year]
To: [Copyright Agent / DMCA Department – name of the hosting service]
Re: DMCA Takedown Notice – Infringing Material “Masaan (2015) Hindi 720P HDMOVIE2.mkv [Extra Quality]”
Dear Copyright Agent,
I, [Your Name], am writing to notify you of copyrighted material that is being made available on your service without authorization. I have a good‑faith belief that this use is not authorized by the copyright holder, its licensee, or by law.
**1. Description of the copyrighted work**
Title: *Masaan* (2015) – Hindi language feature film, produced by [Production Company/Studio].
**2. Location of the infringing material**
URL: [Insert the exact URL where the file is listed or downloadable]
**3. Description of the infringing material**
File name: “Masaan‑2015‑Hindi‑720P‑HDMOVIE2.mkv [Extra Quality]”. The file appears to be a full‑length, high‑definition copy of the film, offered for free download/streaming.
**4. Statement of good‑faith belief**
I have a good‑faith belief that the material described above is not authorized by the copyright owner, its licensees, or by any applicable statutory exemption.
**5. Statement of accuracy**
I swear, under penalty of perjury, that the information in this notice is accurate, and that I am authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner (or I am a private individual reporting a suspected infringement).
**6. Signature**
[Your electronic signature – you can simply type your name]
If you have any questions, please contact me at the email address listed above.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
If you are not the rights‑holder but a private individual reporting a suspected violation, you can still send a notice; the host will forward it to the appropriate party.
| Situation | Who to contact |
|-----------|----------------|
| Websites / forums / blogs that host the link | The site’s “DMCA / Copyright” email address (often listed in the footer, “Legal”, “Contact Us”, or “Terms of Service”). |
| File‑hosting services (e.g., Mega, MediaFire, Google Drive) | Look for a “DMCA takedown” or “Copyright” contact page. Many have a dedicated form. |
| Torrent trackers / P2P sites | Most have a “Report Infringement” link or a dedicated email (e.g., dmca@thepiratebay.org). |
| Search engines (if the link appears in search results) | Google’s DMCA web‑form: https://support.google.com/legal/troubleshooter/1114905 |
| ISPs (if you suspect the infringing content is being shared over a network you control) | Contact the ISP’s abuse or legal department. |
| Content owners / studios (e.g., the producers of Masaan) | Many studios have a DMCA portal or a “rights‑holder” email. You can also forward the report to a service that aggregates takedowns on their behalf (e.g., Mediacore, I‑CUBE, Copyright Alliance). | Below is a template you can adapt
| Resource | What it does | |----------|--------------| | U.S. Copyright Office – DMCA Takedown Form | https://www.copyright.gov/dmca/ | | Google DMCA request | https://support.google.com/legal/troubleshooter/1114905 | | YouTube copyright takedown | https://www.youtube.com/copyright_complaint_form | | Anti‑Piracy organizations (for forwarding reports) – e.g., Mediacore, I‑CUBE, Copyright Alliance | Offer centralized reporting portals for multiple studios. | | EFF’s guide to DMCA takedowns | https://www.eff.org/issues/dmca-takedown (good for understanding your rights and responsibilities). |
"Masaan" is a critically acclaimed Indian anthology film directed by Neeraj Pandey. It was released in 2015 and features a collection of four stories set in Masaan, a small town in Uttar Pradesh, India. The film explores themes of crime, love, and redemption, weaving together the lives of several characters in a complex narrative. If you are not the rights‑holder but a
While the link you've provided seems to point towards an illegal or unauthorized source, there are several legal platforms where you can download or stream "Masaan" in high quality:
While I understand the desire to access movies easily and for free, opting for legal and safe sources not only ensures your digital safety but also supports the film industry. Enjoy "Masaan" and other movies through legitimate channels. a small town in Uttar Pradesh
| What you need | Why it matters | |---------------|----------------| | Exact URL of the page where the file is listed or downloadable (including any query strings) | Enables the host to locate the material quickly. | | File name (as you have it) | Helps the rights‑holder identify the specific work. | | Date and time you accessed the page (include timezone) | Shows when the alleged infringement was observed. | | Screenshots (if possible) – capture the page, the download button, the file name, any “extra quality” tags, etc. | Provides visual proof without the need to download the file itself. | | Hosting service (e.g., a specific website, torrent tracker, file‑sharing service, cloud storage, etc.) | Determines which party you need to notify. | | Your contact details (name, email, optional phone) | Many DMCA forms require a way to reach you for follow‑up. |
Tip: Do not download or distribute the file yourself. Possessing or sharing it can expose you to legal risk.
