Pakistani music icon Abrar ul Haq publicly addresses the alleged theft of his hit song ‘Nach Punjaban’ by Bollywood, revealing details of forged documents and an ongoing legal battle.
Pakistani music sensation Abrar ul Haq recently made headlines during an appearance on a Geo podcast hosted by Mubashar Hashmi, where he openly accused Bollywood of the blatant theft of his iconic track, ‘Nach Punjaban’.
Known for his distinctive blend of folk and pop music, Abrar ul Haq burst onto the scene with his groundbreaking hit ‘Billo’, which catapulted him to overnight stardom. His prolific career has since yielded a string of chart-toppers, including ‘Cycle’, ‘Kurian Lahore Dian’, ‘Jutt’, and ‘Sanu Tere Nal Pyar Ho Gaya’, cementing his status as a musical powerhouse across Pakistan and India. His work, particularly ‘Nach Punjaban’, has unfortunately also been a frequent target for unauthorized adaptations in Bollywood. Fans can follow his journey on Abrar ul Haq.
During the candid discussion, Abrar ul Haq detailed how Bollywood allegedly appropriated ‘Nach Punjaban’ without his consent. He clarified, ‘I didn’t sell the song to them. They just assumed they had the rights to it.’ When confronted, he recounted their perplexing response: ‘Ask your friend Haroon about it, as we got it from him.’ Abrar adamantly asserted that the song was his property, not something he had entrusted to Haroon. He further revealed that the alleged perpetrators created fake documents and even forged his signatures, leveraging the high cost of litigation in India against artists. This, he noted, is a recurring pattern affecting many musicians. He identified ‘Moviebox‘ as the ‘fraudulent company’ behind the alleged theft, stating they might be changing their name. The case, he confirmed, is ‘currently ongoing’ and straightforward, as the opposing party has failed to provide any written agreement or evidence of purchase.
This public denouncement by Abrar ul Haq sheds light on the persistent challenges artists face in protecting their intellectual property across borders. As the legal battle unfolds, it prompts a crucial discussion: how can artists better safeguard their creative works from unauthorized use in the digital age? The outcome of this case could set a significant precedent for copyright protection in the entertainment industry.
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