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Shields "Bachpan Ka Pyar" Hook Line from YouTube Pirate Playlists
The has moved swiftly to shield the catchy refrain “jaane meri janeman bachpan ka pyar bhool nahi jaana re” from unauthorised exploitation, granting an that bars several YouTube channels and unidentified infringers from using the hook line or distributing copies of the song “Bachpan Ka Pyar”.
From Gujarati Roots to 2026 Courtroom Drama
The musical journey began in 2017 when lyricist P.P. Baryia, composer Mayur Nadiya and singer Kamlesh Barot created the original Gujarati version. Rights were assigned to , which uploaded the track on . A Hindi adaptation featuring Badshah followed in 2021 after Meshwa granted a synchronisation licence to , with Meshwa and the original creators duly credited.
In , acquired a portfolio of 1,250 songs, including “Bachpan Ka Pyar”, through an Intellectual Property Rights Acquisition Agreement. Public notices and intimation to followed. By , Ivy discovered multiple channels repeatedly lifting the hook line, rhythm and tune for new uploads that had already amassed millions of views.
Urgent Relief Sought Amid Counter-Notifications
Faced with a YouTube deadline to justify its copyright strike or face re-upload of an infringing video, Ivy approached the court on . The single-judge bench of Justice Tushar Rao Gedela first exempted the company from pre-institution mediation, citing the ’s ruling in .
The plaintiff’s tabulated evidence showed ten representative infringing videos, some claiming to be “official Badshah versions” while others simply looped the protected hook line with minor lyrical additions. Ivy argued it had never licensed these uses and that the defendants’ revenue model directly eroded its own monetisation rights.
Why the Court Found a “Strong Prima Facie Case”
Justice Gedela examined the chain of agreements—from original creators to Meshwa to Ivy—and found clear documentary support for Ivy’s ownership. The judge noted that every infringing act appeared to generate unlawful financial gain for the defendants while causing substantial revenue loss to the rights holder.
Key Observations from the Court
“Having regard thereto, it appears prudent to protect the copyrights of the plaintiff… The plaintiff has been able to demonstrate a in its favour as against the defendants.”
“The various agreements/contracts demonstrate ownership of the plaintiff over the copyrights embodied in the song tilt the balance in favour of the plaintiff. The plaintiff shall suffer which may not be adequately compensated in monetary terms in case an order is not passed.”
Immediate Restraints and Revenue Transparency Orders
The court restrained defendants 1 to 3, 5 and all from using the hook line or distributing the song without authorisation. Separately, defendants 1 to 3 were directed to disclose all revenue generated from any exploitation of “Bachpan Ka Pyar” on their channels.
Summons have been issued and the matter is listed before the Joint Registrar on for completion of service and pleadings, with the next court date fixed for .
Broader Message for Digital Music Platforms
The order underscores that courts will not allow procedural delays or counter-notification tactics to defeat established copyright claims when the plaintiff demonstrates clear and ongoing commercial harm. For creators and acquirers of music catalogues, the ruling serves as timely validation that documented IP acquisitions, promptly publicised, can trigger swift judicial protection against digital piracy.
