Ilayaraja slaps legal notice to Manjummel Boys

Ilayaraja slaps legal notice to Manjummel Boys. In a surprising turn of events, another film has come under the radar of legendary composer Ilaiyaraaja for unauthorized use of his composition. The film in question is the widely acclaimed Manjummel Boys, directed by Chidambaram, which has garnered praise from audiences across different languages.

One particular song from Kamal Haasan's classic Guna, titled 'Kammani,' was included in the movie's opening credits and climax, winning the hearts of viewers. However, this move has not pleased Ilaiyaraaja, as he discovered that his composition was used without proper permission.

In response, his lawyer has issued a notice to the filmmakers, emphasizing the inappropriate utilization of his creative work and seeking compensation for the unauthorized usage, considering the film's availability on OTT platforms.

Interestingly, the makers had obtained permission from the music label that owned the audio rights of the Guna movie, assuming it was sufficient clearance to use the song. This legal challenge adds a twist to the situation, leaving us curious about how the film's team will respond.