The year 2025–26 marked one of the strongest phases of global digital enforcement against online piracy. Governments, courts, and entertainment industries across the world intensified efforts to restrict access to illegal movie, TV, and OTT content. While piracy has not disappeared, many of the most well-known piracy brand websites were repeatedly blocked, especially in India.
This RAAD WORLD report explains which famous piracy sites were blocked, how enforcement works, and what it means for the future of digital content protection.
Most Famous Piracy Brand Websites Blocked (India & Global)
During 2025–26, Indian ISPs and global regulators blocked or restricted access to multiple high-profile piracy brands, including:
Widely Known Movie Piracy Brands
- Tamilrockers
- Isaimini
- Movierulz
- Filmyzilla
- Tamilgun
- Moviesda
- Kuttymovies
- Khatrimaza
These sites were targeted mainly for:
- Leaking newly released theatrical films
- Uploading OTT originals within hours of release
- Hosting pirated regional and Hindi content
Most of these brands were blocked multiple times under different domain extensions such as .com, .in, .net, .xyz, .vip, and .run.
Torrent and Streaming-Based Piracy Platforms
- 1337x
- The Pirate Bay
- YTS / YIFY
- EZTV
- RARBG (mirror domains)
These platforms faced:
- ISP-level blocking in several countries
- Domain seizures or DNS restrictions
- Search engine delisting
In India, access to these sites was often restricted following High Court orders and DoT directions.
How Piracy Site Blocking Actually Works
1. Court Orders
Film producers and OTT platforms approach High Courts seeking anti-piracy injunctions.
Once granted, courts order ISPs to block:
- Main piracy domains
- Mirror sites
- Proxy URLs
A single court case can result in 50 to 200 websites blocked at once.
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2. Government Directions
Based on court rulings:
- The Department of Telecommunications (DoT)
- The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)
Issue directions to:
- Internet Service Providers
- Domain registrars
This is why users often see messages like “This site has been blocked as per government orders.”
3. Continuous Blocking Lists
Because piracy sites keep reappearing:
- Blocking happens in phases or lists
- New domains are added whenever discovered
- Some piracy brands have crossed 10+ blocking rounds over the years
Why Famous Piracy Brands Still Appear Online
Even after repeated blocks, piracy continues due to:
- Fast creation of mirror and proxy domains
- Hosting servers located outside India
- Encrypted links shared via messaging apps
- Use of VPNs and DNS bypass tools
This does not mean enforcement has failed it means piracy is technically adaptive.
Impact on Film Industry in 2025–26
- Big-budget films faced leaks within hours or days of release
- Producers filed criminal complaints and civil suits
- OTT platforms increased digital watermarking and tracking
- Courts showed a stronger willingness to grant pre-release injunctions
Blocking famous piracy sites helped slow down mass access, especially among casual users.
Legal Risk for Users
Under Indian copyright law:
- Uploading or downloading pirated content is illegal
- Penalties may include fines and imprisonment
- Piracy sites also expose users to malware and data theft
- Many blocked domains were also flagged for cybersecurity risks.
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Conclusion: The Clear Reality
- Hundreds of piracy websites were blocked in India during 2025–26
- Globally, thousands of piracy domains were restricted or taken down
- Famous brands like Tamilrockers, Isaimini, Movierulz, Filmyzilla, and Pirate Bay faced repeated blocks
- Piracy has not ended, but access has become harder and riskier
- Governments and courts are moving toward faster, broader, and stricter digital enforcement
The fight against piracy is no longer symbolic it is systematic, continuous, and legally backed.
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