YRF Responds to Tanishk Bagchi’s Royalty Claim Over Saiyaara Title Track After Composer’s Emotional Note

Yash Raj Films (YRF) has issued an official statement after music composer Tanishk Bagchi claimed on social media that he had not received around ₹8 lakh in royalties for the Saiyaara title track. The clarification came just as the romantic musical celebrated its first anniversary on July 18, a year after it struck an emotional chord with audiences through its music and storytelling. The title track, which became one of the biggest musical hits of the film, continues to enjoy immense popularity among listeners.

Responding to the controversy, YRF stated that the Saiyaara title track was created through a collaborative effort involving three composers—Tanishk Bagchi, Faheem Abdullah and Arslan Nizami. The production house appreciated the contribution of all three musicians and said, “Saiyaara title track was a beautiful collaboration between three composers (Tanishk Bagchi along with Faheem Abdullah and Arslan Nizami). We are deeply thankful for their brilliance in creating a timeless song that has touched a million hearts. Royalties for the title track have been shared and will continue to be shared by YRF equally between all three composers as contractually agreed by all, including Tanishk. YRF has paid every collaborator their due, as per contract, all within mutually agreed terms & time.”

The statement was released after Tanishk Bagchi shared a lengthy note on his Instagram handle, revealing that he had not received approximately ₹8 lakh in royalty payments that he believed were due to him. While expressing his disappointment, the composer said that music creators often spend months working on songs that become successful, but many still struggle to receive their rightful earnings. He said that despite the success of the Saiyaara title track, the pending royalty amount had not reached him. Tanishk added that royalties are not a bonus but an important part of a composer’s livelihood and urged the music industry to ensure that artists are treated fairly and compensated transparently. He also appealed for greater awareness about royalty payments so that creators receive the respect and financial recognition they deserve.

The issue quickly gained attention on social media, with many fans and members of the music industry discussing the importance of royalty distribution in the entertainment business. While some users expressed support for Tanishk Bagchi’s concerns about the challenges faced by music composers, others waited for an official clarification from the production house regarding the payment process.

With its latest statement, YRF has maintained that all payments have been made strictly according to the agreements signed by all three composers. The production banner reiterated that royalty earnings for the title track have been divided equally among Tanishk Bagchi, Faheem Abdullah and Arslan Nizami, exactly as outlined in their contractual understanding. The studio also stressed that every collaborator associated with the song has received payments within the mutually agreed timeline.

The clarification comes at a time when Saiyaara completed one year since its release on July 18. Over the past year, the film’s soundtrack has remained one of its biggest highlights, with the title track continuing to receive millions of streams across music platforms. The song played a significant role in the film’s success and became a favourite among audiences for its emotional lyrics and soulful composition.

Although YRF has now addressed the matter publicly, the discussion has once again brought attention to the wider issue of royalty payments within the Indian music industry. Many industry observers believe the conversation could encourage greater transparency in how music royalties are calculated and distributed among composers, lyricists and other creative contributors.

As the debate continues online, YRF has stood by its position that all contractual obligations have been fulfilled, while Tanishk Bagchi’s post has sparked a larger conversation about ensuring that artists receive timely and fair compensation for their creative work. To know such latest updates tuned BollyNexa Thank you