At a recent press conference, Vanitha Vijayakumar defended her use of Ilaiyaraaja’s song “Raathiri Shivaraathiri” in Mrs. & Mr., asserting that she personally met Ilaiyaraaja and secured his blessing, as well as formal rights from Sony Music. She expressed frustration that, despite these steps, Ilaiyaraaja has pressed legal action—she believes it stems from unresolved family disputes. Vanitha reve
