Mirzapur: The Movie is facing controversy after Rajasthani singer Rapperiya Baalam accused the filmmakers of using his song “Shoorveer” in a gangster sequence without taking his permission or providing credit. Baalam, who says the track is dedicated to Maharana Pratap, says he is upset by the way the music is paired with characters he describes as villains, rather than by the film’s popularity.
In an Instagram post, Baalam argues that the song’s historical and cultural significance makes its placement in a scene involving criminals inappropriate. He says he was not contacted by the team and does not know what rights were used for the film’s soundtrack. He adds that the situation could have been different if the makers had approached him and he had been able to suggest alternative music.
The two outlets reporting on the dispute both describe Baalam’s claims about lack of permission and credit. Times of India also notes that social media users have backed his comments and called for action, including copyright-related steps, while the Free Press Journal focuses on Baalam’s explanation of the song’s dedication and meaning.
