Delhi-based dhrupad singer Ustad Wasifuddin Dagar has accused AR Rahman of plagiarism for the song 'Veera Veera' in the movie 'Ponniyin Selvan: II'.
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Mani Ratnam's epic sequel
Mani Ratnam's periodical drama, a sequel to 'Ponniyin Selvan: I', was released on September 30, 2022. The film franchise also marks the reunion of Ratnam and Rahman.
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'Veera Veera' plagiarised?
Dagar has accused the makers of using the melody of the Dagar Brothers' Shiva Stuti without permission in 'Veera Veera'.
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Family music legacy
Dagar claims his uncle composed the Shiva Stuti and it was first recorded by Junior Dagar Brothers in 1978 and passed down through generations.
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Makers denyplagiarism claims
The makers of 'PS: I' and 'PS: II' have denied the allegations made by Dagar, stating that his claims were "misconceived" and made for monetary gain and publicity.
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'Ponniyin Selvan' hits big!
The film 'Ponniyin Selvan'starring Vikram and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has collected nearlyRs. 115 crore at the box office, with Rs. 11 crore on Tuesday.