Yes, if Kunal Kamra’s video receives a copyright strike from T-Series and gets taken down, he may lose access to the income generated through Super Thanks donations on that video.
How YouTube Super Thanks Works:
Super Thanks is a feature that allows viewers to financially support creators by making one-time donations in the comment section of a video. These contributions appear as highlighted comments.
What Happens If a Video Gets Taken Down?
- If YouTube removes a video due to a copyright strike, it is no longer available for public viewing.
- Any monetization associated with the video, including Super Thanks, ad revenue, and memberships, may be lost.
- Refunds for Super Thanks are typically not issued, but the creator won’t receive further contributions once the video is deleted.
Hello @TSeries, stop being a stooge.
— Kunal Kamra (@kunalkamra88) March 26, 2025
Parody & Satire comes under fair use Legally.
I haven’t used the lyrics or the original instrumental of the song.
If you take this video down every cover song/dance video can be taken down.
Creators please take a note of it.
Having said… pic.twitter.com/Q8HXl1UhMy
Will Kunal Kamra Lose All His YouTube Income?
If the copyright claim results in only a monetization restriction (rather than a takedown), ad revenue could be redirected to the copyright owner (T-Series). However, Super Thanks earnings are generally not redirected and are likely to remain with the creator unless YouTube takes further action.
It remains to be seen whether the video will be removed entirely or just demonetized. If it’s fully taken down, Kamra may lose all income associated with it.Kunal Kamra is challenging T-Series’ copyright claim by asserting that his video falls under fair use, a legal doctrine that allows limited use of copyrighted material without permission for purposes like criticism, commentary, parody, or satire.
In his response on X (formerly Twitter), Kamra points out:
- He did not use the original lyrics or instrumental of the song.
- If T-Series succeeds in taking down his video, it could set a precedent where cover songs and dance videos—which often use copyrighted music—could also face removal.
Does Parody & Satire Count as Fair Use?
Legally, parody and satire can be protected under fair use, but YouTube’s copyright system often favors rights holders. While Kamra may have a strong case, the decision ultimately depends on:
- YouTube’s review process (which often sides with copyright owners).
- Whether Kamra chooses to appeal the strike.
- Potential legal action, if taken further.
For now, if T-Series pursues the strike and YouTube upholds it, Kamra’s video could be removed, affecting his revenue from Super Thanks and ad monetization.
Types of YouTube Income for Creators
YouTube offers multiple revenue streams for creators, including:
- Ad Revenue (Per-View Income) – Earned from ads displayed on videos.
- Super Chats & Super Stickers – Donations made by viewers during live streams.
- Super Thanks – One-time contributions on uploaded videos via the comment section.
- Channel Memberships – Monthly subscriptions from fans for exclusive content.
- Sponsorships & Brand Deals – Paid promotions from companies.
Impact of Copyright Claims on YouTube Income
- Content ID Claims (automatic detection of copyrighted material) usually result in ad revenue being redirected to the copyright owner, but Super Chats, Super Stickers, and Memberships remain unaffected.
- Manual Copyright Strikes (where the owner directly reports the video) can lead to its removal. If this happens before the payment cycle, all revenue from that video—including Super Thanks—is lost.
Three Strikes Rule
YouTube operates on a three-strike policy:
- If a channel receives three copyright strikes, it faces permanent termination, including removal of all videos and loss of monetization privileges.
In Kunal Kamra’s case, if T-Series’ copyright strike leads to the removal of his video, he risks losing all revenue from it—including Super Thanks donations. If he accumulates three such strikes, his entire channel could be shut down.
What Kind Of Donation Is Kunal Kamra Receiving?
Kunal Kamra is receiving ‘Super Thanks’ donations in his YouTube video’s comment sections.
Super Thanks is a YouTube feature that lets viewers financially support content creators by donating money on regular uploaded videos. Unlike Super Chats and Super Stickers, which are meant for live streams and premieres, Super Thanks applies to both Shorts and long-form videos.
Key Details:
- Originally called Viewer Applause, it allows fans to send monetary support as a token of appreciation.
- In India, the donation amount ranges from Rs 40 to Rs 10,000.
- To be eligible, a YouTube channel must have at least 500 subscribers.
Since Kunal Kamra has 2.4 million subscribers, he easily qualifies for the Super Thanks feature, allowing his fans to contribute financially to his content.With Super Thanks, YouTube takes a 30 per cent cut, while the creator gets the 70 per cent share.
Yes, copyright claims or strikes can block Super Thanks payments under certain conditions.
Key Points from YouTube’s Super Thanks Policy:
- Eligibility Restrictions:
- Super Thanks is not available for videos that are:
- Age-restricted
- Unlisted, Private, or ‘Made for Kids’
- Contain Content ID claims
- Have YouTube Giving fundraisers
- Have comments turned off
- Live streams/Premieres (while live), but available after archiving
- Super Thanks is not available for videos that are:
- Impact of Copyright Strikes & Claims:
- Content ID Claims: If a video has a Content ID claim, Super Thanks will be disabled for that video.
- Copyright Strikes: If a video receives a copyright strike and is deleted before payment processing, all revenue (including Super Thanks) from that video is lost.
- Payments Already Processed: If Super Thanks revenue has already been paid out before a strike, the creator keeps that money.
Essentially, Super Thanks will not work on videos with copyright claims, and strikes can result in loss of revenue if the video is removed before payment processing.
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