Sonu Nigam revealed major music labels banned him after he spoke for singers' rights. He never imagined advocating for a larger cause would cost him work.

Nigam stated that while doors closed, he could still perform on stage. Today, these same labels pay royalties, and meetings are now cordial.

He felt compelled to continue Lata Mangeshkar's unfinished mission for artists.

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