Haidilao Vietnam issues notice on music copyright compliance

Haidilao Vietnam has issued an official announcement regarding the use of music copyright within its restaurant chain. The company stated that all musical content played at its locations, particularly during musical events, must strictly adhere to the scope of licenses granted to the brand.

Due to these legal requirements, certain popular songs may not be played if they fall outside the brand’s licensed catalog. Haidilao clarified that the inability to fulfill specific customer requests for certain songs is a matter of regulatory compliance rather than a refusal to meet customer preferences.

The announcement has drawn mixed reactions from the public. While the company requested customer understanding, some social media users expressed disagreement, suggesting that the brand could have provided clearer explanations or offered alternatives, such as instrumental music, to avoid awkward situations for diners.