: Many viewers view piracy as a "victimless crime," often unaware that it directly impacts the livelihoods of millions of daily-wage workers in the industry.
Piracy remains a "unshakeable shadow" over the Indian film industry, which is the world's leader in online video piracy visits. In 2023 alone, the Indian entertainment sector suffered an estimated (approx. $2.7 billion USD) in revenue losses due to illicit distribution. : Many viewers view piracy as a "victimless
(PDF) Impact of Online Digital Piracy on the Indian Film Industry : Many viewers view piracy as a "victimless