Indian rapper musician Aditya Prateek Singh Sisodia popularly known as Badshah has been at the center of controversy after his new Haryanvi music video ‘Teteeree’ was released recently. He was booked due to the alleged inappropriate lyrics and visuals in the new song.
What are the allegations and what exactly is the controversy surrounding Badshah’s new song? Here’s everything you need to know – all explained in 10 key points.
“I have always tried to push the Haryanvi language and culture to new heights. But if anyone is hurt, I apologize. I expect you to forgive me as you consider me a son of Haryana,” Badshah added.
7. What aspects are the police investigating? Police said they are also investigating whether the makers of the video got proper permission to show what appears to be a government school campus and a Haryana Roadways bus from Jind depot. If the required approvals are not received, legal action will be taken, police said.
8. What’s next for Badshah? The Panchkula police issued a formal summons ordering Badshah to appear before the police immediately. Several police teams have also been formed to ensure the rapper’s arrest and are conducting round-the-clock raids at various possible locations, the Haryana Police said in a statement, PTI news wire reported.
9. Video downloaded from platforms? In addition to Look Out Circulars, police raids on locations, notices were issued to remove the “Teteeree” music video from all social media platforms.
10. Haryana Education Minister Condemns Video: On Friday, Haryana Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda said the government has taken note of the music video. According to him, the depiction of schoolgirls in the song and the way our culture is shown in it is reprehensible.
The Haryana State Commission for Women also took cognizance of the song and issued summons to the rapper.
(with input from agencies)
