In February 2024, the film Manjummel Boys, starring Sreenath Bhasi and Soubin Shahir, was released. The unauthorised use of renowned Tamil music composer Ilaiyaraaja’s song, Kanmani Anbodu Kaadhalan, from the Tamil film Guna (1991) in Manjummel Boys has resulted in legal trouble for the Malayalam film, according to The Hindu.

Makers of Manjummel Boys vs. Ilaiyaraaja

The Manjummel Boys makers were accused by Ilaiyaraaja song Kanmani Anbodu Kaadhalan in their film without getting his “consent, permission or licence,” according to the report.

According to the notice sent through Ilaiyaraaja’s attorney, he wrote the song. The notice stated that “the same or any underlying gesture cannot be a substitute for our client’s permission/licence/content for such usage,” even though the Manjummel Boys creators had acknowledged this fact in the title cards.

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Given that the musical piece had been used commercially without permission and without paying royalty or licence fees to Ilaiyaraaja, his legal team demanded that the producers of Manjummel Boys either get the composer’s consent or immediately remove the musical piece from their film in addition to making restitution for unauthorised usage.

The notice purportedly threatened to take appropriate legal action, both civil and criminal, against Shawn Antony, Babu Shahir, and Soubhin Shahir, the film’s producers, should they choose not to pursue either of the two options.

Concerning Manjummel Boys

In the survival drama Manjummel Boys, a group of eleven friends from Kerala are organising a trip to Tamil Nadu’s Kodaikanal. Their journey takes an unexpected turn when one of the friends falls into the Guna Caves, so named because of the 1991 film of the same name starring Kamal Haasan. The next scene in Manjummel Boys depicts the other friends fighting against all obstacles to save their friend.

The creators of the short film Manjummel Boys have received a legal notice from legendary composer Ilaiyaraaja, demanding the removal of the iconic song Kanmani Anbodu Kaadhalan from their project. The song, originally from the 1990 Tamil classic Gunaa, holds a special place in the hearts of music lovers. However, Ilaiyaraaja’s legal team has raised concerns over its unauthorized usage in the short film.

The notice reportedly states, “Remove the song Kanmani Anbodu Kaadhalan or face legal consequences.” Ilaiyaraaja, known for his unwavering commitment to protecting his intellectual property rights, has been vocal about ensuring proper authorization and respect for his work.

The Manjummel Boys team has not yet issued an official response but is believed to be in discussions to resolve the issue amicably. Fans of the composer have expressed support for his stance, emphasizing the importance of respecting artists’ creations and copyrights.

This incident reignites conversations about intellectual property laws in the entertainment industry, highlighting the need for filmmakers to obtain proper licenses when using existing works. As the situation unfolds, fans eagerly await updates on how this dispute will be resolved.

The notice reportedly states, “Remove the song Kanmani Anbodu Kaadhalan or face legal consequences.” Ilaiyaraaja, known for his unwavering commitment to protecting his intellectual property rights, has been vocal about ensuring proper authorization and respect for his work.

Given that the musical piece had been used commercially without permission and without paying royalty or licence fees to Ilaiyaraaja, his legal team demanded that the producers of Manjummel Boys either get the composer’s consent or immediately remove the musical piece from their film in addition to making restitution for unauthorised usage.

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