Overview

• The interim injunction restrains Mythri Movie Makers from exhibiting, distributing, selling, publishing or broadcasting the film on any platform with the disputed tracks.
• The order names ‘Ilamai Idho Idho’ (1982), ‘En Jodi Manja Kuruvi’ (1986) and ‘Otha Ruba Tharen’ (1996) as the songs allegedly used without the composer’s permission.
• Ilaiyaraaja asserts first-owner copyright and moral rights, alleging the songs were altered and commercially exploited without royalties.
• The composer had earlier demanded removal of the tracks, Rs 5 crore in compensation, a public apology and a detailed account of revenues.
• Mythri Movie Makers say they obtained authorisations from music labels and deny wrongdoing, as the injunction remains in force until further hearing.