Vairamuthu expresses discontent with Tamil industry; claims film titles lifted from his lyrics without credit and consent
Celebrated Tamil poet and lyricist
Vairamuthu
took to his official X (formerly
Twitter
) handle to express disappointment over a recurring trend in Tamil cinema. In a post, he pointed out that numerous film titles have been lifted directly from his song lyrics without his consent.
While his poetic verse continues to resonate widely, the lack of basic acknowledgement from filmmakers has left the veteran writer disheartened.
Vairamuthu specifically mentioned that none of the directors or producers sought his permission before using his lyrical lines as titles. Not only did they fail to ask for authorization, but they also did not even show the courtesy of informing him. 'Not one, not two,' he noted, emphasizing that this is not an isolated occurrence.
The post included a long list of film titles inspired by his work, illustrating how widespread the practice has become.
List of films borrowing his words
Among the titles he cited were 'Ponmaalai Pozhudhu,' 'Ilaya Nila,' 'Mouna Raagam,' 'Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa,' 'Neethane En Pon Vasantham,' 'Kan Sivanthaal Mann Sivakkum,' and many more. These are iconic titles that have become part of Tamil cinema's rich legacy.
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Despite this, Vairamuthu clarified that he never confronted anyone about the issue and has refrained from raising objections, even when he came across these titles in public spaces.
A poised and generous response
Though clearly disappointed, Vairamuthu concluded his note with a graceful perspective. He remarked that while wealth may not be a shared asset in society, knowledge and creativity often become public treasures. 'In a society where wealth is not public property, at least knowledge becomes common,' he wrote, displaying both magnanimity and quiet pride in the enduring impact of his words.
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