The makers of The Vvaan: Force Of The Forrest have acquired the sync rights to musician Sargam Vaish’s recording of ‘Aigiri Nandini’ after he alleged that his master recording was used in the film’s trailer without permission. Vaish raised the issue on September 20, and Balaji Motion Pictures’ legal team met him the following day.
The development comes just days before The Vvaan is scheduled to release in theatres on September 25. The film stars Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia and is directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra.
Sargam Vaish Alleged His Recording Was Used Without Permission
Sargam Vaish alleged that his recording of ‘Aigiri Nandini’ was used in The Vvaan trailer without obtaining his permission.
Vaish raised the issue publicly on September 20 through social media. He claimed that the recording used in the trailer was a version created by him and that he holds the master rights to it.
According to reports, Vaish had been working on his version of ‘Aigiri Nandini’ as part of a larger music project. He said the recording was originally created for a Ram Gopal Varma project.
Vaish also said that he had not been approached for an NOC or permission before the recording appeared in The Vvaan trailer.
The allegation quickly drew attention because the trailer had already been released ahead of the film’s September 25 theatrical debut.
Balaji Motion Pictures Legal Team Met Sargam Vaish
Balaji Motion Pictures’ legal team met Sargam Vaish on September 21, within a day of his public complaint.
Vaish told Mid-Day that executives and lawyers from Ektaa R Kapoor’s production house met him on the evening of September 21. The discussion resulted in the makers acquiring the sync rights for the recording.
Vaish described the meeting as cooperative and said the representatives were kind and apologetic.
He also indicated that he did not believe the people involved in the meeting were responsible for the original leak.
The development appears to have resolved the immediate rights issue surrounding the use of the recording in the promotional material.
What Did Sargam Vaish Say About the Recording?
Vaish said the version heard in The Vvaan trailer was the same recording he had created for an earlier project.
Speaking about the matter, Vaish said that he owns the master rights to the recording and that no one had approached him for permission before it was used.
The distinction between the underlying devotional composition and Vaish’s specific recording is important in this case. His complaint concerns the use of his particular master recording rather than simply the existence of ‘Aigiri Nandini’ as a traditional devotional work.
Vaish’s account was also reported by multiple outlets after he raised the issue publicly.
How Did the Recording Reach The Vvaan Team?
The source through which Vaish’s recording reached The Vvaan team remains unclear, according to Vaish.
Although the sync rights have now reportedly been acquired, Vaish said the parties were still trying to determine how his recording reached the filmmakers.
The question is separate from the rights issue itself. Acquiring the necessary rights addresses the reported use of the recording, while the source of the recording remains under investigation.
Vaish told Mid-Day that the parties were attempting to trace how the recording had reached the The Vvaan team.
The Vvaan Releases On September 25
The Vvaan: Force Of The Forrest is scheduled to release in theatres on September 25, 2026.
The film stars Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia in the lead roles. Deepak Kumar Mishra is credited as director, while the cast also includes Anup Soni, Shweta Tiwari, Maniesh Paul and Sunil Grover.
The film combines fantasy, folklore, action and supernatural elements. Its story follows a city-dweller who enters a forbidden forest and encounters forces beyond his understanding.
With the film’s theatrical release approaching, the reported acquisition of the sync rights provides an important development in the dispute surrounding the trailer.
The Vvaan ‘Aigiri Nandini’ Controversy Explained
The sequence of events is straightforward:
- September 20: Sargam Vaish publicly alleged that his recording of ‘Aigiri Nandini’ was used in The Vvaan trailer without permission.
- September 21: Balaji Motion Pictures’ legal team met Vaish, according to his account to Mid-Day.
- September 21: Vaish said the makers subsequently acquired the sync rights to the recording.
- September 25: The Vvaan: Force Of The Forrest is scheduled for theatrical release.
The source of the original recording leak has not been publicly established.
What Happens Next in The Vvaan Copyright Row?
The immediate rights issue has reportedly been addressed through the acquisition of sync rights, while the source of the recording remains unclear.
Vaish’s comments suggest that the parties are still attempting to establish how his master recording reached the film’s promotional material.
The development also highlights the distinction between a song or composition and the rights attached to a specific master recording.
For now, the reported acquisition of sync rights marks the latest development in the dispute, just days before The Vvaan reaches cinemas.
FAQ
What is the controversy surrounding The Vvaan?
The controversy began after musician Sargam Vaish alleged that his recording of ‘Aigiri Nandini’ was used in The Vvaan trailer without his permission.
Did The Vvaan makers acquire the rights to Aigiri Nandini?
According to Sargam Vaish, the makers acquired the sync rights to his recording after Balaji Motion Pictures’ legal team met him on September 21.
Who is Sargam Vaish?
Sargam Vaish is a musician and vocalist who claimed that the master recording of Aigiri Nandini used in The Vvaan trailer belonged to him.
When is The Vvaan releasing?
The Vvaan: Force Of The Forrest is scheduled to release in theatres on September 25, 2026.
