1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Odisha Katha (odishakatha.com), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use our services.

2. Description of Services

Odisha Katha is a talent discovery platform that:

• Connects talented individuals with casting directors and recruiters
• Allows talents to create and showcase their profiles
• Enables casting directors to post auditions and casting calls
• Provides premium membership benefits

3. User Accounts

Registration

• You must provide accurate and complete information
• You must be at least 18 years old to register
• You are responsible for maintaining account security
• One person = One account

Account Responsibilities

• Keep your password confidential
• Notify us immediately of unauthorized access
• You are liable for all activities under your account

4. User Content

Talent Profiles

• You grant us permission to display your profile publicly
• You must own rights to all photos and content you upload
• Content must not be offensive, illegal, or inappropriate
• We reserve the right to remove inappropriate content

Prohibited Content

You may NOT post:

• False or misleading information
• Obscene, pornographic, or adult content
• Content that violates intellectual property rights
• Spam or promotional material unrelated to talent/auditions
• Content that violates any law

5. Premium Membership

Payment Terms

• Premium membership costs ₹499 per year
• Payment is non-refundable (see Refund Policy)
• Membership is valid for 12 months from activation
• No auto-renewal – one-time payment

Premium Benefits

• Featured profile with golden badge
• Priority placement in search results
• Email notifications for new auditions
• Profile view counter
• Ad-free dashboard experience

Termination

• We reserve the right to terminate premium membership for violations
• No refund will be provided for early termination due to violations

6. Audition Postings

Casting Directors

• Must provide accurate information about auditions
• Must not post fake or misleading opportunities
• Must comply with labor laws and regulations
• Must not discriminate based on protected characteristics

Responsibilities

• We are not responsible for the content of audition postings
• We do not verify the legitimacy of casting directors
• Users should exercise caution when attending auditions

7. Intellectual Property

Our Rights

• All website content, design, and functionality are owned by Odisha Katha
• You may not copy, reproduce, or distribute our content without permission

User Content

• You retain ownership of your uploaded content
• You grant us a license to display, distribute, and promote your content

8. Privacy

Your use of our services is governed by our Privacy Policy. Please review it to understand how we collect and use your information.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

Odisha Katha is provided “AS IS” without warranties of any kind.

We do NOT guarantee:

• Continuous, uninterrupted access to our services
• Error-free operation
• Job placements or audition success
• Accuracy of user-generated content
• Security of data transmission

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

We are NOT liable for:

• Any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Loss of profits, data, or opportunities
• Damages arising from user interactions
• Third-party actions or content
• Unauthorized access to your account

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold Odisha Katha harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

• Your violation of these Terms
• Your content or activities
• Your interactions with other users

12. User Conduct

You agree NOT to:

• Harass, abuse, or harm other users
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Interfere with website operations
• Use automated tools to access our services
• Collect user information without consent
• Engage in fraudulent activities

13. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account if:

• You violate these Terms
• You engage in fraudulent activity
• You post inappropriate content
• At our sole discretion for any reason

14. Modifications

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting. Continued use constitutes acceptance of modified Terms.

15. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of India. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Odisha, India.

16. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain in full effect.

17. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms:

Email: support@odishakatha.com
Website: https://odishakatha.com
Address: Odisha, India

18. Entire Agreement

These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy and Refund Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Odisha Katha.

By using Odisha Katha, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.