Ilaiyaraaja’s case against Sony Music: HC seeks revenue details
**Ilaiyaraaja’s Case Against Sony Music: Madras High Court Seeks Revenue Details**
*By Apoorva Rastogi | September 27, 2025, 4:19 PM*
The Madras High Court has directed Sony Music Entertainment India Private Limited to disclose the revenue earned from the “commercial exploitation” of the legendary composer Ilaiyaraaja’s musical works. This order was issued by Justice N Senthilkumar during the hearing of civil suits filed by Ilaiyaraaja against Sony Music, Oriental Records, and Echo Recording Company Private Limited.
Ilaiyaraaja has alleged unauthorized use of his compositions and claimed that Sony Music failed to pay the legally mandated equal share of royalties due to him. The composer asserted his rights under applicable copyright laws, emphasizing that the companies involved did not honor their financial obligations in exploiting his works.
During the proceedings, senior counsel Vijay Narayan, representing Sony Music, informed the court that two related cases are already pending before the Division Benches of the Madras High Court and the Bombay High Court. He requested additional time to submit a detailed counter affidavit in response to Ilaiyaraaja’s new case. Justice Senthilkumar accepted the request and instructed Sony Music to present the relevant records at the next hearing scheduled for October 22.
This development marks a significant step in the ongoing legal battle surrounding royalty rights and revenue sharing for one of India’s most celebrated composers. Further updates will follow as the case progresses.
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