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Pink Villa
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Dhanush's father Kasthuri Raja confirms legal action against Good Bad Ugly makers over unauthorised use of his songs
Directed by Adhik Ravichandran, Good Bad Ugly—starring Ajith Kumar—emerged as a superhit at the box office. The Tamil action thriller earned special praise for its screenplay, performances, music, and more. It recently debuted on Netflix for its digital run. Filmmaker Kasthuri Raja confirms legal action against Good Bad Ugly makers Months after its release, Dhanush's father and filmmaker Kasthuri Raja has confirmed that he is taking legal action against the makers of Good Bad Ugly. Speaking at a recent event, he criticized new-generation filmmakers for relying heavily on nostalgia by using old music tracks in new films—often without seeking permission from the original creators. Speaking during the promotional spree for his film Saamakoodangi in Salem, Kasthuri Raja said, 'Unlike when stalwarts like Ilaiyaraaja and Deva created timeless music, today's creators seem to rely on nostalgia rather than innovation. It's not an issue to use old tracks, but one must seek permission from the original creators. Unfortunately, no one bothers to ask these days.' Why will Kasthuri Raja take legal action on GBU? For those unversed, back in April, composer Ilaiyaraaja's team sent a legal notice to the makers of Good Bad Ugly for the unauthorized use of his songs 'Ilamai Idho Idho,' 'En Jodi Manja Kuruvi,' and 'Oththa Roova' in the film. The notice stated that these compositions were used, altered, and commercially exploited in the Ajith Kumar starrer without obtaining any permission from the original composer. Furthermore, Ilaiyaraaja 's team demanded a compensation of Rs. 5 crore from the makers of the film, along with a written apology and the immediate removal of the songs in question. Good Bad Ugly producers' counter statement on claims In response, the producers of the film, Mythri Movie Makers, issued a counter statement in April, dismissing the accusations of unauthorized use of songs. They stated, 'We have taken permission from all the music labels required for the songs we used in the film. The labels hold the rights, so we have followed protocol and taken NOCs from them. We have done things by the book.'
Time of India
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kamal Haasan wows fans with energetic dance at 'Thug Life' promotion
Veteran actor Kamal Haasan is once again stealing the spotlight, not just for his performance in Mani Ratnam 's upcoming film 'Thug Life,' but also for his unexpected and electrifying dance during the film's promotional tour. At a recent finale of a television reality show, Kamal Haasan surprised fans by dancing energetically to the classic song 'En Jodi Manja Kuruvi,' even incorporating some of his signature steps. The crowd erupted in cheers, and videos of his performance quickly went viral. Fans were amazed by his agility and flair, with many commenting in awe that even at this stage in his life, Kamal can move with such youthful energy. 'Thug Life' hype reaches fever pitch 'Thug Life' has already created a buzz for several reasons. Directed by the legendary Mani Ratnam, the film marks a powerful collaboration between Kamal Haasan and Silambarasan, alongside an ensemble cast including Trisha, Joju George , Ashok Selvan, and Abhirami. The trailer and songs have been met with overwhelming enthusiasm, with fans drawing comparisons to classics like 'Nayakan.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Rich Man Keeps Annoying Royal Guard, But He Didnt Expect This To Happen Learn It Wise Undo This is also the first time Kamal and Simbu share the screen, heightening anticipation for the film's June 5 release. A triumphant comeback era for Kamal Haasan Kamal Haasan's comeback phase in cinema has been phenomenal. After the massive success of Vikram, which grossed over ₹500 crore globally, he reignited interest in his filmography. Though 'Indian 2' faced setbacks, Kamal Haasan's collaboration with Mani Ratnam has restored faith and excitement among his fans. With 'Thug Life,' expectations are sky-high for a gripping story, compelling performances, and a return to form. Emotions run high at the audio launch event Adding to the emotional momentum, the film's audio launch event in Chennai saw heartfelt moments. Silambarasan grew emotional while speaking, and Kamal shared words of advice, also praising Joju George, who was visibly moved. The energy, camaraderie, and nostalgia surrounding the film have made it one of the year's most anticipated releases. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
