**Ilaiyaraaja’s Case Against Sony Music: Madras High Court Seeks Revenue Details**
*By Apoorva Rastogi | September 27, 2025, 04:19 PM*
The Madras High Court has directed Sony Music Entertainment India Private Limited to disclose the revenue earned from the “commercial exploitation” of 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 and exploitation of his musical creations, claiming that these companies failed to pay him the legally mandated royalties. He emphasized his rights under the relevant copyright laws, asserting that he was denied his rightful share of revenue generated from his works.
Representing Sony Music, senior counsel Vijay Narayan informed the court that two similar cases are already pending before the Division Benches of the Madras High Court and the Bombay High Court. He requested additional time to file a detailed counter affidavit addressing Ilaiyaraaja’s new claims. The court accepted this request and instructed Sony Music to present the required revenue records during the next hearing scheduled for October 22.
This case highlights ongoing disputes regarding royalty payments and intellectual property rights in the Indian music industry, with the court playing a crucial role in ensuring fair compensation for creators like Ilaiyaraaja.
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