Archive · 19 Jul 2026
Tanishk Bagchi Deletes Post After YRF Denies Dues Allegations
Tanishk Bagchi, the composer of the popular song 'Saiyaara', posted on Instagram saying he was owed ₹8 lakhs in royalties by Yash Raj Films (YRF).
He felt disappointed and betrayed because he believed he was not adequately compensated for his hard work.
YRF responded the next day, saying they had paid all composers, including Bagchi, as per their contract.
After YRF's statement, Bagchi deleted his post.
The song 'Saiyaara' is from the movie of the same name and was a big hit.
Bagchi also expressed that he would be more careful about choosing projects in the future, ensuring he works with people who value creativity and honesty.
Tanishk Bagchi alleged YRF withheld ₹8 lakhs in royalties for the 'Saiyaara' title track.
YRF denied the allegations, stating royalties were shared equally among all composers as per the contract.
Bagchi expressed disappointment and betrayal, feeling he was not adequately compensated for his work.
YRF affirmed all payments were made as per mutually agreed terms and contract.
After YRF's response, Bagchi deleted his Instagram post.
- Who
- Tanishk Bagchi (Composer) and Yash Raj Films (YRF)
- What
- Dispute over unpaid royalties for the 'Saiyaara' title track
- When
- July 18, 2024 (post by Bagchi), July 19, 2024 (YRF's response)
- Where
- India
- Why
- Bagchi alleged unpaid dues, YRF denied and stated payments were made as per contract
Tanishk Bagchi's Allegations
YRF's Response
Royalties Payment
Tanishk Bagchi's Allegations
Tanishk Bagchi alleged that YRF withheld ₹8 lakhs in royalties for the 'Saiyaara' title track.
YRF's Response
YRF stated that royalties have been shared equally among all three composers as per the contract.
Contractual Agreement
Tanishk Bagchi's Allegations
Bagchi felt betrayed and claimed he was not adequately compensated for his work.
YRF's Response
YRF affirmed that all payments were made as per the mutually agreed terms and contract.
- Movie
- Saiyaara
- Composer
- Tanishk Bagchi
- Production House
- Yash Raj Films (YRF)
- Alleged Dues
- ₹8 Lakhs
- YRF's Response
- Denied allegations, stated payments were made as per contract
- Song
- Saiyaara Title Track
- Collaborators
- Tanishk Bagchi, Faheem Abdullah, Arslan Nizami