Entertainment Network to appeal court order in music royalty dispute

Entertainment Network (India) Limited (ENIL) reported a legal dispute with the South Indian Music Companies Association (SIMCA). The Madras High Court issued an order on August 26, 2025, directing ENIL to produce music logs for SIMCA members from August 2010 to December 2020. The company must also compute royalty payments at a needle-per-hour rate based on individual agreements and furnish this computation to the court.

The court's order mandates compliance within four weeks, with the matter listed for reporting compliance on September 26, 2025. ENIL is not directed to make any payment at this stage and plans to appeal the order.

Regarding financial implications, ENIL is seeking legal advice concerning the potential impact of the contempt petition. The company has committed to taking necessary steps as advised and making further disclosures as required.