Even though in an Instagram post, Dadlani had warned composers against using his creations without permission and remuneration, he alludes that monetary benefits are only one part of the issue. "I'd compare the emotional pain [of this situation] to telling a parent that if someone makes their child sing in trains, the parent will earn money. Most parents would be horrified at the thought because that's not the dream they had for their child."

 

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Focus on the subject: James

Dino James is on a spree of releasing singles. Following the success of Nidarr and Faltu rapper, James is enjoying his biggest hit with Tandav, which has been raking in the views on social media. Referring to himself as one who isn't touched by contemporary trends in the rap scene, James says, "My method of working involves focussing on one subject that can garner attention. A lot of people cannot write on any given subject," says the rapper, asserting that the act of expression is an inherent talent. "It is the ability to focus on your experiences, endure pain and then express it [that makes or breaks an artiste]. Experiencing pain and expressing it are two different things. That's where one's talent comes into play."

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1968: The Beatles' fascination with Eastern spirituality brings them to the ashram of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi in Rishikesh

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