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Hype Malaysia
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
(Video) Nora Ariffin Clarifies 'Sinaran' Royalty Dispute; No Intention To Affect Sheila Majid's Concert
If you're from Malaysia, you've likely heard of the classic Malay pop hit, 'Sinaran'. Unfortunately, Sheila Majid's hit song is now the subject of a royalties battle involving singer and actress Nora Ariffin. The singer recently held a press conference at the Music Authors' Copyright Protection Bhd (MACP) premises in Solaris Dutamas to speak about her previous statement about her late husband's unpaid royalties. Nora's late husband, Johan Nawawi, was a songwriter and composer whose work spanned 200 songs, including Sheila Majid's 1986 hit 'Sinaran'. Johan passed away in 2017 from a heart attack. However, Nora recently revealed that Johan never received the royalties payment he was supposed to receive for 'Sinaran' and other songs. Nora claimed that her late husband only received RM60 for his work on the iconic song, which was his initial payment for the song's usage upon its release in 1986. She argued that various music publishers owed her husband money for using his works across various platforms. According to the 52-year-old, she had spent the last five years contacting several music publishers listed as rights holders of Johan's works, hoping to receive the royalties. However, to this day, contract copies and royalty statements from these music publishers have not been provided. She's now hoping the music publishers can settle the royalties issue, believing that Johan's income as a songwriter could help fund her children's education. At the same time, Nora emphasised that 'Sinaran' singer Sheila Majid has no involvement in this issue. She also said she had no intentions to be the 'joykiller' of the singer's upcoming concert, which takes place on 8th November 2025 (Saturday). Instead, the mother of 4 clarified that she's taking action against music publishers to defend the rights of her children as heir to Johan's income. We hope everything goes well for Nora and her family, and may they receive the royalties that Johan deserves. Listen to what the singer has to say about the issue: Sources: mStar, New Straits Times
Indian Express
6 days ago
- Health
- Indian Express
Chandigarh: PGI nurses's body calls off protest
The PGI Nurses' Welfare Association has announced the formal withdrawal of the ongoing protest following a positive and solution-oriented dialogue between the administration and the union. After extensive deliberation, some decisions have been mutually agreed upon. The officiating post of Deputy Nursing Superintendent (DNS) will be filled without further delay, and the MACP (Modified Assured Career Progression) for eligible nursing personnel will be processed and completed within three weeks. As per Manjeek Kaur, president of the association, a committee, including members of the nursing cadre, has been constituted to expedite the Departmental Promotion Committee (DPC) for Senior Nursing Officers (SNO). An additional policy-making committee has been formed to address and restructure the existing night duty system for better equity and welfare. 'I extend my sincere thanks to every member of our nursing cadre who stood by the association with strength, resolve, and discipline. As we have always maintained, we are open to dialogue. Being healthcare workers, we deeply understand that our work revolves around someone's life and loved ones. We do not choose to protest unless we are left with no other option. We hope the administration will now act with the sincerity this moment calls for,' said Kaur.
New Straits Times
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Nora Ariffin: Legal action last resort against music publishers who owe 'Sinaran' royalties
KUALA LUMPUR: Popular singer Datuk Nora Ariffin has publicly expressed her gratitude to the Music Authors' Copyright Protection Bhd (MACP) for their support in her efforts to secure outstanding royalty payments for her late husband, composer and lyricist Johan Nawawi. During a press conference held today at MACP's premises in Solaris Dutamas, Nora said, "I want to thank MACP for reaching out and inviting my family and me to openly discuss the issue of royalties owed to Johan for his famous song 'Sinaran'. "This means a great deal to my children and me. We deeply appreciate their willingness to listen and understand our position as Johan's heirs." Nora was accompanied by her son, Mohamad Syakir Iman Johan, along with MACP's Chief Executive Officer Mary Lim; MACP's Head of Operations Lucas Lai; and the son of the late 'Sinaran' composer Datuk Adnan Abu Hassan, Aiman Zamir Adnan. "Recently, several media outlets reported on my social media complaint regarding my late husband's income, where he supposedly only received RM60 for 'Sinaran'," said Nora, whose husband passed away in 2017. "I'd like to clarify that the RM60 is unrelated to MACP; it was his initial payment for the song's usage upon its release in 1986, made by a music publisher at that time." Nora further explained that MACP had disbursed all royalties due to Johan, who was a member of its board of directors, for his work as a composer and lyricist. "As a family, we were aware that his income as a songwriter came through MACP. After his passing, MACP was the only party that contacted us to assist with the administrative process and the transfer of rights through official documents," Nora said. Nora highlighted that, unfortunately, a significant amount of money was owed to Johan from various music publishers for the use of his songs across television, cinema, and synchronisation, among other platforms. "We have never been contacted by the music publishers responsible for managing Johan's works," she said. "In 2021, after receiving initial information from MACP, we took the next step by emailing several music publishers listed as rights holders of the song. However, to this day, crucial information such as song details, contract copies, and royalty statements from these music publishers have not been provided to us." Nora added that while some music publishers initially responded, stating they were reviewing matters with their copyright teams, there has been no concrete feedback since. "As music publishers mandated to manage and oversee songwriters' works, they should carry out this responsibility professionally. If everything were managed properly, I am confident that the income from Johan's works could help support my children's further education." Johan composed over 200 songs throughout his career." 'Sinaran' in particular has seen extensive use in advertisements, cover versions by new artists, various televised performances, and even inspired the 2015 film 'Sinaran', starring Datin Lisa Surihani. According to copyright law, the song has entered a 50-year copyright protection period since Adnan died in 2016 and Johan the following year, meaning it will enter the public domain in 2068. Nora said, "I believe many other families of music creators may face similar situations but don't know where to turn for assistance. I hope this meeting with MACP can foster a healthier discussion space between music publishers, collective management organisations (CMOs), and the heirs of music creators to uphold the dignity, rights, and future of the music industry." Nora concluded by saying that she and Iman would only consider legal action against the music publishers as a last resort. Lim confirmed that Johan had been a MACP member from July 4, 1990, until his death. "He began receiving his first royalty payment in 1991 and has consistently received payments up to today. MACP currently administers a total of 227 works he created," she said, adding that Nora was registered as a MACP Beneficiary Member on December 31, 2018.
Barnama
18-07-2025
- Barnama
Penang Karaoke Outlet Raided Over Copyright Violation
GEORGE TOWN, July 18 (Bernama) -- The Penang branch of the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry raided a karaoke outlet in a shopping mall here on July 1 over alleged copyright infringement involving the unauthorised use of registered works for commercial purposes. The raid followed a complaint by Music Authors' Copyright Protection (MACP) Berhad, based on intelligence gathered suggesting a breach of the Copyright Act 1987 at the premises. MACP, in a statement, said the karaoke outlet was suspected of publicly playing copyright-protected music under its administration without a valid licence, despite prior warnings and reminders.
New Straits Times
18-07-2025
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Karaoke premise in Penang raided for copyright infringement
GEORGE TOWN: A karaoke establishment in Gurney Paragon Mall, Penang was raided for music copyright infringement by the enforcement officers of the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry - Penang Northeast Branch, following a complaint made by Music Authors' Copyright Protection Bhd (MACP). MACP said in a statement today that after extensive intelligence gathering on the establishment, the raid was conducted for suspected violation of the Copyright Act 1987 on July 1. It was suspected that the karaoke establishment was, amongst others, publicly performing copyrighted music administered by MACP without a MACP licence, despite several warnings and reminders. "During the raid, 13 pieces of equipment suspected to violate the Copyright Act 1987 were seized by authorities, including televisions, speakers, microphones, amplifiers, and other audio-video gear, estimated to be worth RM18,000," said the statement. "If found guilty, the owners of the karaoke establishment will face imprisonment or a fine, or both." The statement added: "Any public performance of copyrighted music without MACP's authorisation is an offence under the Copyright Act 1987. "MACP strongly advises all businesses that play or perform copyrighted music on their premises to secure a valid MACP licence immediately, as several other establishments have been identified throughout Malaysia for similar enforcement actions. "MACP reaffirms its commitment to upholding and respecting copyright laws, protecting the livelihoods of songwriters, and combating copyright infringement against its members.
