The impact of piracy on the film industry cannot be overstated. According to a report by the Association of Film and Television Producers (AFTPRO), the Indian film industry loses approximately ₹ 30,000 crores (US$4.3 billion) annually due to piracy. The losses are not limited to the producers; piracy also affects the livelihoods of thousands of people involved in the film industry, including actors, directors, writers, and technicians.