May 1st 2024.
Renowned musician Ilaiyaraaja has recently taken legal action against Sun Pictures for using his music without permission in their latest film Coolie, starring the popular Tamil actor Rajnikanth. In a formal notice, Ilaiyaraaja expressed his disappointment and concern over the unauthorised usage of his musical work in the teaser of the movie.
As the rightful owner of the music, Ilaiyaraaja stated that the makers of Coolie did not seek any formal permission from him before using his composition in the teaser. He specifically mentioned that his song 'Vaa Vaa Pakkam Vaa' from the film Thanga Magan, which also features Rajnikanth, was remixed and used in the song 'Disco' for Coolie.
Ilaiyaraaja further explained that this act of using his music without proper authorisation is a clear violation of the Copyright Act. He also pointed out that the director of Coolie, Lokesh Kanagaraj, had previously used his compositions in the movie 'Vikram' without seeking his consent.
In the notice, Ilaiyaraaja demanded that the producers of Coolie either obtain proper permission for the song 'Vaa Vaa Pakkam Vaa' or remove it from the teaser. He warned them of serious legal consequences if they fail to comply with the conditions stated in the notice.
It is no secret that Ilaiyaraaja is a legendary musician who has contributed immensely to the Indian film industry. His music has been loved and cherished by millions of fans, and it is only fair that his work is respected and acknowledged with proper permission and credit. Ilaiyaraaja's legal notice serves as a reminder to all filmmakers to honour and respect the rights of artists and creators.
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