NCLT clears Aanand L Rai for arbitration against Eros after calling plea a disguise

Published on 4 May 2026

The tribunal says Eros tried to bypass arbitration

The NCLT has allowed filmmaker Aanand L Rai to proceed with arbitration in his dispute with Eros International Media. The tribunal rejected Eros’s attempt as a “dressed-up petition” meant to sidestep the arbitration clause both parties had agreed to. The matter will now move to arbitration, underscoring how strongly courts enforce contractual arbitration terms.

NCLT permitted Aanand L Rai to pursue arbitration with Eros
Eros’s petition was rejected as an attempt to bypass the arbitration agreement
The dispute will proceed to arbitration as originally contracted
The ruling reinforces the binding nature of arbitration clauses

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NCLT clears Aanand L Rai for arbitration against Eros after calling plea a disguise

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