In a surprising move, Krafton India has updated the title of its popular battle royale game from “Battlegrounds Mobile India” to “BGMI: Online Multiplayer Game” on the Google Play Store as of 15th April, 2025. This change coincided with a significant legal development involving the company, which is raising speculation about potential connections between the two events.

Krafton Renames “Battlegrounds Mobile India” to “BGMI” on Google Play Store Amidst Legal Proceedings

While the game’s listing on the Play Store now reflects the abbreviated title “BGMI,” Krafton’s official website continues to display the full name, “Battlegrounds Mobile India.” Such discrepancies are not uncommon during branding transitions and typically do not raise concerns. However, the timing of this particular change is noteworthy, as it aligns with the Bombay High Court’s hearing on 15th April regarding an ongoing lawsuit against Krafton.

The lawsuit stems from an FIR filed in September 2024, accusing Krafton India and four of its senior executives of unauthorized sharing and monetization of user data, allegedly at a rate of ₹2,000 per subscriber. The charges include criminal conspiracy, cheating, and violations under the Information Technology Act, 2000. Krafton has denied these allegations, emphasizing its commitment to data security and stating that it is awaiting the legal process’s outcome before making further comments .

Speculations Arises for BGMI Renaming

The simultaneous occurrence of the game’s renaming and the court hearing has led to various interpretations. It is speculated that the rebranding could be a move to distance the game from its full title amid legal scrutiny, while others believe it might be a routine update aimed at reinforcing the game’s acronym, “BGMI,” which is already widely recognized among players.

As of now, Krafton has not issued an official statement explaining the rationale behind the name change. The absence of a corresponding update on Apple’s App Store further adds to the ambiguity, which makes the situation even more ambiguous.

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