The excitement surrounding Rajinikanth’s upcoming film “Coolie” took an unexpected turn as music maestro Ilaiyaraaja issued a legal notice to Sun Pictures, the film’s makers. The reason? The unauthorized use of his iconic song “Vaa Vaa Pakkam Vaa” in the teaser has landed them in hot water.
While fans are thrilled by Rajini’s charismatic screen presence and signature style in the teaser, the unauthorized use of Ilaiyaraaja’s song has stirred controversy. The legal notice demands that Sun Pictures either seek approval for the song’s usage or remove it from the teaser altogether.
Originally composed for director Bharathiraja’s film “Thanga Magan,” the song “Vaa Vaa Pakkam Vaa” holds sentimental value for fans and the music industry alike. Sung by SP Balasubrahmanyam and Vani Jairam, with lyrics penned by Muthulingam, the track is a timeless classic. Ilaiyaraaja’s legal team asserts that any attempt to recreate or use the song without proper authorization violates the Copyright Act of 1957.
Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, “Coolie” features Rajinikanth in the role of a smuggler, promising an action-packed entertainment extravaganza. With Shruti Haasan also part of the cast, the film has become one of the most eagerly awaited projects in the Tamil film industry. The success of both Rajini’s recent hits “Jailer” and “Leo,” coupled with Lokesh’s directorial prowess, has only added to the anticipation surrounding “Coolie.”
As the legal battle ensues, fans anxiously await further developments, hoping for an amicable resolution that preserves the integrity of both the film and Ilaiyaraaja’s musical legacy.