Tanishk Bagchi Deletes Unpaid Royalty Claims After YRF Rebuttal

Music composer Tanishk Bagchi sparked a social media storm by claiming he earned zero royalties from the popular title track 'Saiyaara'. Bagchi suggested that he was owed approximately ₹8 lakh for his work on the song from the film *Ek Tha Tiger*. The post quickly went viral, drawing significant attention to the long-standing debate over fair compensation for music creators in the Indian film industry. Bagchi's public stance highlighted the financial pressures faced even by established artists.

Yash Raj Films (YRF) responded swiftly to the allegations, providing a detailed clarification on their payment structure. The studio maintained that every collaborator involved in the project had been paid according to the specific terms of their contracts. Following this official rebuttal, Tanishk Bagchi deleted his initial post. The studio emphasized that royalty disbursements are processed through established legal channels and industry-standard agreements, contradicting Bagchi's claim of total non-payment.

Fellow composer Amaal Mallik reacted to the developments, referencing the historic fight for royalty rights led by veteran lyricist Javed Akhtar. Mallik noted that while progress has been made, many artists still struggle with transparent payment cycles. This incident underscores the tension between independent creators and major production houses in India. As digital streaming continues to grow, artists are increasingly vocal about the need for automated and transparent royalty tracking systems across the industry.