At a press conference held in Mumbai on May 22, 2026, veteran producer Vashu Bhagnani addressed an ongoing dispute concerning the unauthorized use of songs and visuals from his films. He emphasized that the matter is not about financial gain but rather about ethics and the protection of producer rights in the Indian film industry. Bhagnani expressed concern over the lack of consent and settlement regarding the use of his intellectual property, particularly in relation to filmmaker David Dhawan and the music rights associated with 'Biwi Number 1'. He argued that producers invest their lives and savings into their films, making intellectual property their most significant long-term asset. Bhagnani called for industry-wide reforms to ensure fair distribution of royalties among all stakeholders, including producers, directors, and writers. He expressed a willingness to engage in respectful dialogue to resolve the issue amicably. Additionally, he linked the cancellation of a recent trailer launch to ongoing legal complications, reiterating that his primary concern is the respect for his rights, not obstructing film releases.