This study employed a mixed-methods approach, combining both qualitative and quantitative data. A survey was conducted among 100 respondents who had downloaded the web series, while in-depth interviews were conducted with 10 industry stakeholders, including creators, producers, and distributors.
An Exploration of the Illicit Distribution of Regional Content: A Case Study of "Mismatch 2 (2019) Hoichoi Bengali Full Web Series Free Download" This study employed a mixed-methods approach, combining both
Content piracy has been a longstanding issue in the entertainment industry. With the advent of the internet and social media, the problem has escalated, with more and more content being shared and downloaded illegally (Kramer, 2017). Regional content, such as Bengali web series, is no exception to this phenomenon. Previous studies have shown that factors such as accessibility, affordability, and demand for content drive piracy (Nozawa, 2015). With the advent of the internet and social
The Bengali web series, "Mismatch 2", produced by Hoichoi, a popular Bengali streaming platform, was released in 2019 to critical acclaim. However, soon after its release, the full web series became available for free download on various piracy websites. This sparked a heated debate among creators, industry stakeholders, and audiences about the issue of content piracy. This paper aims to delve into the reasons behind this trend, its consequences, and potential solutions. The Bengali web series, "Mismatch 2", produced by
Nozawa, H. (2015). Understanding Media Piracy: A Review of the Literature. Journal of Media and Communication Studies, 7(1), 1-18.
Kramer, R. (2017). Piracy and the Entertainment Industry. Journal of Entertainment and Media Studies, 12(1), 1-15.