AR Rahman Agrees to Credit Junior Dagar Brothers

Renowned composer A R Rahman has agreed to credit the Junior Dagar Brothers for their contribution to the song 'Veera Raja Veera' from the film 'Ponniyin Selvan: II'. This decision follows a legal dispute, and the credit will be updated on all platforms within five weeks.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 20-02-2026 17:53 IST | Created: 20-02-2026 17:53 IST
AR Rahman Agrees to Credit Junior Dagar Brothers
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In a notable legal development, famed music composer A R Rahman has committed to acknowledging the Junior Dagar Brothers' contribution to the song 'Veera Raja Veera' from the film 'Ponniyin Selvan: II'.

The Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice Surya Kant, was informed of Rahman's decision to credit the Dagarwani tradition in the song's composition. Legal counsel Abhishek Singhvi confirmed that credit will reference the tradition first recorded by the Junior Dagar Brothers.

The court ordered the update across platforms within five weeks, while a pending civil suit continues. Rahman's agreement marks a significant moment in acknowledging traditional music influences in the industry.

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