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Akhtar on darkest days: ‘I never thought of suicide'

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Veteran lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar, who played a key role in the introduction of the Copyright Amendment Act 2012, recently opened up about the industry’s backlash following the reform. The amendment was a landmark decision aimed at ensuring fair revenue for lyricists and composers, many of whom had long been denied their rightful share. However, the move didn’t sit well with many music companies and producers, and a resolution was passed to boycott the legendary writer.

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