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Filmmaker's Wife Defends Song Amid Backlash
18 Mar
Summary
- Wife of director Prem defended creative choices against online abuse.
- Song 'Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke' removed from YouTube.
- Rakshita questioned 'selective outrage' over song lyrics.

Rakshita, wife of filmmaker Prem, has addressed the controversy surrounding the song 'Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke,' featuring Nora Fatehi and Sanjay Dutt. The track faced backlash for explicit lyrics and suggestive choreography, leading to its removal from YouTube after complaints were filed with government bodies. Rakshita defended creative choices, questioning "selective outrage" by pointing to similar themes in past Bollywood productions. She highlighted the distinction between constructive criticism and abusive online comments directed at her husband. Rakshita also underscored the difficulties faced by the Kannada film industry in promotion and distribution.
She emphasized that while public questioning of creative work is acceptable, personal abuse is not. Rakshita shared her personal experiences with online trolling and expressed gratitude for concerned individuals. She reassured the public that the situation is being managed and will improve with time. Her remarks aim to foster respectful discourse and address the evolving sensitivities around content consumption.
This situation underscores the fine line between artistic expression, audience reception, and the impact of social media on public figures. The debate continues regarding evolving audience sensitivities and industry double standards.



