Singer-songwriter Badshah. File
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Singer-songwriter Badshah issued an apology after his latest song “Tateeree” was accused of getting objectionable lyrics about ladies and minors and stated the observe has been taken down from all of the platforms.
The 40-year-old singer, recognized for tracks equivalent to “Abhi Toh Party Shuru Hui Hai” and “Genda Phool”, shared a video on his Instagram deal with on Saturday (March 7. “My new song has released and I am seeing that the lyrics and the visual representation has caused a lot of people, especially from Haryana, a lot of hurt. Firstly, I want to say that I am from Haryana. Those who know me will vouch for the fact that my entire identity rests on it. I am a proud Haryanvi,” he’s heard saying within the video.
Badshah stated he has at all times supposed to uplift the tradition of Haryana and by no means meant to harm anybody with the observe. “I never had the intention or the aim to speak of any women or children of Haryana in this manner. I am from the hip hop genre so the lyrics are often added on to show the competition down, for the competitor. This was never meant for the women or the kids.
“I might by no means do this. I’ve at all times tried to uplift Haryana’s tradition, nevertheless I can. But if this has prompted damage to anybody, I wish to categorical my heartfelt apology. I hope that you’ll take into account me as Haryana’s son, your personal son and forgive me,” he said.
Police on Friday registered an FIR under various provisions of law based on a complaint lodged by a Panchkula resident, alleging the use of objectionable lyrics and visuals in Badshah’s recently released music video.
Additionally, notices have been issued to remove the video from all social media platforms.
Published – March 08, 2026 12:05 pm IST
