Sidhu Moose Wala's song 'Phantom' lands in controversy as parents object
A controversy has erupted between Sidhu Moose Wala's parents and Saga Music over the release of his song 'Phantom'. The parents objected to the release without approval, while the company claimed rights under an agreement signed with Sidhu.
A fresh controversy has arisen over the release of the song 'Phantom' by late Punjabi singer Sidhu Moose Wala. Sidhu Moose Wala's parents, Balkaur Singh and Charan Kaur, have strongly objected to the release of the song by music label Saga Music. The family alleges that the song has been released without their approval and necessary documentary rights. According to the parents, they had already appealed to the music company to halt the release of the song and resolve the matter through dialogue, but the song was released regardless.
Regarding this matter, Balkaur Singh and Charan Kaur have clarified that they are taking legal action to protect Sidhu Moose Wala's legacy and rights related to his music. Along with this, they have also appealed to other artists and music companies to necessarily contact the family before releasing Sidhu's songs or making any announcements related to his music. The family has shared all this information through social media.
On the other hand, following the parents' objection, Saga Music has now presented its stand. Issuing a statement on social media, the company stated that Sidhu Moose Wala himself had signed an agreement with Saga Music Private Limited for the song 'Phantom'. According to the company, under this agreement, it was granted exclusive, worldwide and permanent rights related to the song. In support of its claim, the company has also shared the first page of the agreement bearing Sidhu Moose Wala's signatures. However, the company has refused to make the entire agreement public, citing confidential business terms and personal information behind it.
Saga Music has also claimed that the payment for the audio rights of the song was made directly to Sidhu Moose Wala, while other expenses including music and video production were given to the concerned professionals. According to the company, this is not a song being brought to light for the first time, but rather its music already exists and is now being delivered to audiences through an official audio and video release. The company has also stated that in a video of Sidhu Moose Wala, he himself is seen talking about the release of this song through Saga Music.
In its statement, while expressing respect towards Sidhu Moose Wala's parents and family, the company said that it is in no way misusing Sidhu's name, picture, music or legacy, but is exercising the rights received under the agreement made by him. Currently, respective claims from both sides are coming to the fore in this matter and the controversy surrounding the release of the song 'Phantom' has become a topic of discussion.
Key developments
- Sidhu Moose Wala's parents objected to the release of the song 'Phantom' without approval.
- Saga Music claimed rights citing an agreement signed by Sidhu.
