High Court Ruled Against Illaiyaraaja
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Saregama argued it acquired exclusive rights through assignment agreements signed with film producers between 1976 and 2001.
The company flagged unauthorized uploads on Amazon Music, Apple iTunes, and JioSaavn in February 2026. Justice Tushar Rao Gedela noted Saregama showed a “prima facie, strong case” and would face irreparable loss without protection.
The ruling impacts Indian film and music industries by clarifying producer, composer, and label rights over legacy catalogues. The interim relief continues until final judgment. Saregama’s catalogue spans Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, and other languages, reinforcing labels’ control over old film songs.