A landmark hearing at the Supreme Court brought partial closure to the heated dispute over AR Rahman’s chart-topping ‘Veera Raja Veera’ from ‘Ponniyin Selvan 2’. The maestro agreed to formally credit the Junior Dagar Brothers for their rendition of the traditional ‘Shiv Stuti’, which allegedly inspired the film’s anthem.
In submissions before Chief Justice Suryakant and companion judges Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice Vipul Pancholi, advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi outlined Rahman’s proactive stance. The bench accepted the undertaking, ordering swift amendments to credits visible on every streaming and social platform within 35 days.
The order clarifies no interference with the substantive civil case pending in Delhi High Court, ensuring comprehensive adjudication ahead. Ustad Fayaz Wasifuddin Dagar’s challenge against the High Court’s interim relief vacation has been resolved through this consent.
The court’s prior observations extolled the Dagarvani gharana’s invaluable role in classical music, advocating dialogue over discord. This resolution exemplifies how legal forums can foster harmony in artistic endeavors.
For the global music community, especially in India, the verdict reinforces the imperative of ethical sourcing from rich cultural repositories, potentially averting future litigations and promoting collaborative creativity.