Mythri Movie Makers, Pradeep Ranganathan-starrer Dude, have decided to sttle a copyright dispute with veteran composer Ilaiyaraaja. The production house has agreed to compensate the musician Rs 50 lakh for using his work in the film without permission. Following the settlement recorded by Madras High Court, the matter was formally closed.

Dude makers settle dispute with Ilaiyaraaja

According to a PTI report, the settlement was presented to Justice Senthilkumar Ramamoorthy, who accepted the joint memorandum dated November 28, 2025. The judge, while closing the case, noted, “I find no legal impediment for decreeing the suit in terms thereof."