Legally Bollywood (Mock trial of movie characters)

About the Event:

This exciting and high-energy mock trial event brings Bollywood’s most controversial characters into the courtroom! Participants will play the roles of lawyers, judges, and witnesses to argue whether famous movie characters—like Kabir Singh, Sanjay Singhania (Ghajini), or Jordan (Rockstar)—should be sued or acquitted based on real legal principles.

Did Kabir Singh commit assault? Was Sanjay Singhania justified in his revenge? Could Jordan from Rockstar be charged with public disturbance? Participants will present legal arguments, cross-examine witnesses, and debate morality vs. legality in this dramatic courtroom battle!

Event Format

• Participants will be divided into teams 
• A random Bollywood character case will be assigned.
• The Prosecution will present charges & evidence against the character.
• The Defence will argue for acquittal with legal justifications.
• Witnesses (other characters from the movie!) will be examined & cross-examined.
• The Judge (or Jury) will decide the verdict based on the arguments presented.

Rules & Regulations

 Team Structure:

• Each case will have 3-5 participants per side (Prosecution & Defence).
• A separate panel of Judges (faculty/guest experts) will be present.
• Witnesses will be played by participants assigned their roles.

 Case Preparation:

• Teams will get 15-20 minutes to prepare their arguments.
• Each side must include legal references (IPC, Contract Law, IPR, etc.) to support their case.
• Fictional movie laws will not be entertained—all arguments must be grounded in real-world legal principles!

 Courtroom Proceedings:

• The Prosecution presents their case & calls witnesses.
• The defence presents counter arguments & examines witnesses.
• Judges can intervene, question, or call for objections.
• Time limits: Opening Statements – 3 minutes per side 

Examination & Cross-examination – 5 minutes per witness 

Closing Arguments – 3 minutes per side

 Judgment Criteria:

• Legal Accuracy (Use of real legal provisions) – 40%
• Presentation & Argument Strength – 30%
• Persuasiveness & Engagement – 20%
• Time Management – 10%

 Verdict & Awards:

• The Judge or Jury will deliver the verdict based on arguments presented.
• Best Lawyer, Best Witness & Most Entertaining Trial Awards will be given!

 Why Join?

 Fun Meets Law! – Argue real cases with a Bollywood twist.

 Hone Your Advocacy Skills! – A great opportunity to practice legal reasoning & courtroom skills.

 Interactive & Entertaining! – Debate legal and moral dilemmas of iconic characters.