Lawsuit worth Rp24.5 billion over Nuansa Bening: Why is Keenan Nasution suing Vidi Aldiano?

Nuansa Bening is one of Indonesia’s legendary songs, spanning generations. Yet behind its popularity, the song became the focus of a significant legal dispute in 2025 between its composer, Keenan Nasution, and its performer, Vidi Aldiano. The dispute began with Nasution’s claim that the license granted to Aldiano in 2008 covered only the physical format. With the dominance of streaming platforms, the songwriter argues that his economic rights were neglected for more than a decade. The case highlights the importance of Digital Rights Management (DRM) in the modern music industry. In Indonesia, regulations governing digital royalties are evolving, but this dispute demonstrates that old contracts are often insufficient to cover modern technology. Although legally Aldiano was found to be free from the claim through a 2025 ruling, the episode serves as a reminder to young musicians to be more meticulous in managing copyright administration from the outset of their careers. Note: The article is compiled based on legal data and public reports up to 2026. Values are in Rupiah per Indonesian law.