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Himani Singh Authors Article on MS Dhoni’s “Captain Cool” Trademark Application

August 5, 2026 by Himani Singh IP, Patent
Home | IP | Himani Singh Authors Article on MS Dhoni’s “Captain Cool” Trademark Application

Himani has authored an article examining the trademark application filed by M.S. Dhoni for the mark “Captain Cool.”

The article analyzes the legal challenges surrounding the registration of fan-conferred nicknames as trademarks, including issues relating to proprietorship, prior rights, distinctiveness, and trademark filing strategy. It also explores the oppositions filed against Dhoni’s application and discusses the broader implications for celebrities seeking to secure exclusive rights over publicly coined monikers under the Trade Marks Act, 1999.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Himani Singh

Himani Singh is an Associate with K&S Partners and has over 2 years of experience in the domains of trademark, copyright and geographic indication. 

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