Anirudh Ravichander: A Controversial Soundtrack for “Devara”

Anirudh Ravichander, a prominent figure in the South Indian music industry, has been facing criticism for the soundtrack of the pan-Indian film “Devara.” Despite the immense popularity of his previous works and the anticipation surrounding his collaboration with the film’s star, NTR, the composer has been accused of plagiarism in several of the released songs.

While the songs “Fear” and “Chuttamalle” have topped the charts, they have also drawn comparisons to previous works by Anirudh and other artists. “Fear” was alleged to be similar to “Badass” from “Leo,” while “Chuttamalle” was criticized for resembling “Manike” by Sri Lankan artist Yohani.

The most recent song, “Daavudi,” although gaining popularity, has also faced criticism for its resemblance to “Arabic Kuthu” from “Beast” and “Kaavalayya” from “Jailer.” These allegations have raised concerns about Anirudh’s originality and creativity, despite the commercial success of his work.

Despite the controversies, Anirudh’s music for “Devara” remains a significant highlight of the film, and his talent as a composer is undeniable. However, the plagiarism allegations pose a challenge to his reputation and could potentially impact his future projects.