Summary
An artist named Ernest Zacharevic is taking legal action against AirAsia and its parent company, claiming they used his artwork without permission on one of their planes in 2024. Zacharevic, whose mural "Kids on Bicycle" became a well-known piece in Malaysia, alleges the design was displayed without his consent and was later removed. He had previously discussed using his art with AirAsia in 2017, but no agreement was reached.
Key Facts
- Ernest Zacharevic is a Lithuanian artist based in Malaysia.
- He is suing AirAsia for allegedly using his mural "Kids on Bicycle" on a plane without permission.
- "Kids on Bicycle" is a famous mural painted in 2012 in Penang, Malaysia.
- Zacharevic noticed the artwork on an AirAsia plane in October 2024.
- AirAsia removed the livery after Zacharevic raised concerns.
- Zacharevic previously spoke with AirAsia in 2017 about an art offer for their jets, but no agreement was reached.
- AirAsia is a major low-cost airline based in Malaysia, operating over 200 jets.
- The artist seeks compensation from the court for the use of his artwork.
