Trimurti sues Dharma, Saregama, and Badshah over ‘Saat Samundar Paar’ Usage in Upcoming Film

Trimurti Films has filed a lawsuit against Dharma Productions, Saregama India Ltd, Namah Pictures Pvt Ltd, and rapper Badshah (Aditya Prateek Singh), alleging copyright infringement regarding the song ‘Saat Samundar Paar’ in an upcoming film. Trimurti is seeking ₹10 crore in damages and a permanent injunction to prevent any further use of the song, its tune, or lyrics in the film slated for release on December 25, or in any other project.

The Bombay High Court is hearing the case, with Justice Sharmila Deshmukh allowing the defendants time to respond. The next hearing, scheduled for December 22, will address the question of granting urgent interim relief to Trimurti.

Trimurti asserts it holds the original copyright to the film Vishwatma and its songs, including ‘Saat Samundar Paar.’ The lawsuit states that Trimurti possesses all rights to the musical and literary works, as well as the sound recording, including the right to incorporate the song, or any part of it, into any film.

According to the suit, a 1990 agreement with The Gramophone Company of India Ltd, Saregama’s predecessor, granted limited rights pertaining only to the reproduction and distribution of the original audio work. Trimurti argues that this agreement did not authorize the modification or adaptation of the song to create derivative works, such as remixes or synchronization within a new film.

The plaint states that using the song in a different film gives it a new identity and character, altering the original work without the consent of the authors. Trimurti claims this constitutes unauthorized alteration and distortion.

Trimurti stated it discovered online promotion in early December 2025 for the song “Tu Meri Main Tera,” which used the tune of “Saat Samundar Paar.” These promotions appeared in Instagram posts by Dharma, Namah, and Saregama, with Badshah credited as the artist.

The lawsuit cites articles suggesting the defendants were “remixing” the song for the film without obtaining the necessary license or authorization from Trimurti. Advocates Rashmi Singh and Karan Khiani, representing Trimurti, argue that this misrepresentation intentionally exploits Trimurti's reputation and goodwill, constituting unfair trade practices and a civil wrong.