Lyricist-screenwriter Manoj Muntashir is unhappy with Sky Force team for not giving him credit for writing the upcoming song Maaye.
On Tuesday, taking to X (formerly Twitter), Manoj warned Jio Studios- the makers of Sky Force, Dinesh Vijan’s Maddock Films, and Saregama Global of legal action.
On Tuesday, Jio Studios shared the teaser of Maaye on X. The song has been crooned by B Praak with music by Tanishk Bagchi. The teaser video credited the song to both, but it didn't mention Manoj. However, the Sky Force team tagged Manoj in the caption along with others.
"Maaye - An ode to the bravehearts who gave it all to defend their motherland. Presenting #Maaye, The Anthem of Heroes, out tomorrow. #SkyForce releasing in cinemas this Republic Week, on 24th January 2025."
Manoj reacted to the post as he wrote, “Please note @jiostudios,@MaddockFilms @saregamaglobal. This song is not just sung and composed but also written by someone who has given all his blood and sweat to it.”
He added, "Removing writers name from the opening credits shows utter disrespect for the craft and fraternity by the makers. If it’s not corrected immediately, including the main song releasing tomorrow, I am going to disown the song and make sure my voice is heard by the law of the land. Shame. @IPRSmusic''.
Sky Force, starring Akshay Kumar in the lead, is all set to release on January 24, just ahead of Republic Day. Akshay Kumar is playing an Indian Air Force officer. Veer Pahariya is making his debut with the film. He is also playing an IAF officer. Sara Ali Khan will be seen as Veer's wife. The film also stars Nimrat Kaur.
The action thriller is directed by Sandeep Kewlani and Abhishek Kapur.
