Only some days ago, the makers of Thalaivar 171, released the title teaser of the film and unveiled it as Coolie. Headlined by Rajinikanth, the film is directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and is one of the much-anticipated films in Tamil cinema. Now in the latest turn of events, composer Ilaiyaraaja has sent a legal notice to the makers of Coolie for the unauthorised use of his old song for the teaser.

Ilaiyaraaja sends legal notice to Coolie makers

In the legal notice sent by Ilaiyaraaja, it is mentioned that the director of the film (Lokesh Kanagaraj) has been constantly engaging in unauthorized usage of the composer’s musical works repeatedly. The notice also stated that his earlier films like Vikram, Fight Club, and the upcoming Coolie have used his musical works without payment or consent.

The notice was referring to the Disco Disco portion from Va Va Pakkam Va song taken from the 1983 Rajinikanth-starrer Thanga Magan. The portion was used in the recently released Coolie teaser. Further, the notice stated that the makers have to either obtain legal consent and permission to use the song work or remove it from the existing promotional material.

The makers of Coolie have not responded to the issue so far. The upcoming film is backed by Sun Pictures, with Lokesh Kanagaraj directing it. It is to be noted that Lokesh is known for using yesteryear soundtracks in his films. He had used Karu Karu Karupayi and Naan Poladhavan in Leo and Chakku Chakku Vatikuchi in Kaithi, to name a few.

Rajinikanth in Coolie

Coolie marks Lokesh Kanagaraj’s first collaboration with Rajinikanth. The film has music scored by Anirudh Ravichander. About a week ago, the makers of Coolie released the title teaser. Shot primarily in black and white, the teaser introduced Rajinikanth as a notorious and powerful man who can finish off thugs in a moment. A release date for the film, cast and crew are yet to be revealed.

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