A fresh controversy has erupted in the Hindi music industry, and this time it revolves around one of the most popular songs of recent years — “Bekhayali” from Kabir Singh. Composers Sachet Tandon and Parampara Thakur have publicly accused fellow composer Amaal Mallik of claiming credit for a song they insist was entirely their own creation.
What began as a disagreement over creative ownership has now spilled into the open, with sharp statements, emotional videos, and strong counterclaims from both sides.
What Sparked the Fallout
A few days ago, Sachet–Parampara shared a video on social media directly calling out Amaal Mallik. The duo alleged that Amaal had repeatedly implied ownership of Bekhayali, a song they say was conceived and composed solely by them during music sessions for Kabir Singh.
In a strongly worded caption, the composers said the video was necessary for their “mental peace”, adding that while proof could have shut the issue quickly, addressing what they saw as repeated misrepresentation had become unavoidable.
The post quickly gained traction, pulling an old creative disagreement into the spotlight.
Amaal Mallik Responds: “I’ll Take the Bullet, But Speak the Truth”
Soon after, Amaal Mallik broke his silence in an interview, firmly denying the accusations. He claimed he has never taken credit for music he didn’t compose and pushed back against the narrative being built around him.
Amaal argued that if he had truly wronged anyone, legal action would have followed long ago. Instead, he questioned why the issue was being played out on social media rather than in court. He also stated that none of the composers whose songs he has recreated have ever accused him of damaging or stealing their work.
In a particularly blunt remark, Amaal suggested that industry politics and fear prevent people from confronting him directly, claiming accusations are instead made publicly to damage his reputation.
The Core Dispute: Who Created Bekhayali?
At the heart of the controversy lies a single claim.
Amaal has previously said he shared a tune or melodic idea with Sachet–Parampara over WhatsApp, which he believes later became a reference point for Bekhayali. Sachet–Parampara have categorically rejected this, stating the song was developed organically during collaborative sessions with the Kabir Singh team present.
In their video, the duo said they felt compelled to respond after Amaal’s statements began raising doubts about the song’s originality. They also accused him of shifting his stance — from suggesting reference usage to claiming that they had accused him of theft.
Emotionally, they questioned why such claims were being made years later and what purpose they served now.
No Legal Action — For Now
As of now, neither side has announced any legal move. No defamation case, no copyright claim — just a very public standoff playing out across interviews and social platforms.
The disagreement continues to centre on Bekhayali’s origin story, with fans, industry insiders, and musicians divided over whom to believe.
Final Words
What makes this dispute particularly striking is not just the song involved, but how openly it’s unfolding. Bekhayali remains a defining track of its era — and now, its legacy is tangled in a debate over credit, ego, and artistic ownership.
Whether this issue moves to court or fades with time remains to be seen. For now, it stands as another reminder of how unresolved creative tensions in Bollywood often surface long after the applause fades.
