The man believed to be running the piracy website iBomma, identified as Immadi Ravi, has been arrested in the Caribbean island nation of Saint Kitts. The CCS police, working with local authorities, reportedly detained him while he was living there and operating the illegal website from abroad.
iBomma has been one of the most widely used piracy platforms, known for leaking movies soon after release. Its activities have caused big losses for the film industry, leading to several complaints and investigations. Ravi’s arrest is now seen as an important breakthrough in efforts to control digital piracy.
According to officials, Ravi had recently travelled from France to India. Soon after his arrival, authorities acted quickly and seized about ₹3 crore from one of his bank accounts. Investigators say this money is linked to the earnings he made through the piracy website.
Sources also mention that Ravi has separated from his wife and is currently living alone. While this is a personal matter, officers believe his private circumstances may play a role in understanding his movements and financial dealings over the past few years.
Ravi’s arrest has created a wave of discussion in the entertainment sector. Many filmmakers and producers have repeatedly complained about how iBomma damaged their box-office collections. With the platform’s key operator now under custody, the industry hopes this will lead to stronger action against similar websites.
Legal experts say the next steps will depend on agreements between India and Saint Kitts. The Indian authorities may request for Ravi to be brought back to India for further investigation. If that happens, he may face several charges, including running a piracy platform, distributing copyrighted material illegally and financial offences.
The arrest marks a significant moment in the fight against online piracy. Whether it will lead to the shutdown of other such networks remains to be seen, but officials say the action sends a clear message: international borders will not protect digital offenders.
