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Badshah's Song Sparks Outrage, Leads to Empowerment Pledge
7 Apr
Summary
- Badshah committed to releasing a women-centric song within four months.
- A written apology was submitted to the National Commission for Women.
- Badshah will sponsor the education of 50 underprivileged girls.
Rapper-songwriter Badshah has committed to releasing a song focused on women's empowerment within the next four months. This resolution stems from a hearing on April 7 concerning his song 'Tateeree,' which the National Commission for Women (NCW) found offensive to women's dignity and decency.
During the NCW hearing, Badshah, alongside directors Joban Sandhu and Mahavir Singh, and producer Hiten, offered an unreserved written apology. They acknowledged the song's negative societal impact and expressed regret. Badshah stated his intention to contribute positively to the upliftment of women and society.
Further demonstrating his commitment, Badshah proposed sponsoring the educational expenses for 50 girls from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. Earlier, in a video statement, he recognized the hurt caused by his song, emphasizing his Haryanvi roots and his intention to promote, not demean, Haryana's culture.
