The Delhi High Court on Tuesday adjourned the hearing on a plea filed by Indian cricketer Abhishek Sharma plea seeking protection of his personality rights.
During the hearing, the court observed that there is a “very thin line” between defamation and personality rights, noting that issues of defamation may also involve elements of personality rights.
The High Court directed Sharma’s counsel to file an additional affidavit containing screenshots of the disputed content mentioned in the list submitted along with the petition.
The matter has been listed for further hearing on July 9.
In his suit, Sharma has sought the removal of certain infringing content, including AI-generated material circulating on social media platforms.
‘Very thin line’ between defamation, personality rights: Delhi HC on cricketer Abhishek Sharma’s plea
