Ilaiyaraaja vs. ‘Dude’: Judge demands clear impact, copyright case intensifies

Music maestro Ilaiyaraaja’s copyright battle over the film ‘Dude’ intensifies as the Madras High Court demands proof of actual harm from unauthorized song usage. The composer alleges two classic tracks were altered and used for revenue without permission. The court postponed a decision, urging Ilaiyaraaja’s team to provide clearer evidence of impact.