The backlash against Punjabi rapper Badshah’s ‘Tittri’ has reached a boiling point, with Haryana’s top women’s rights advocate signaling his arrest is inevitable. Already facing dual FIRs, the singer’s fate hangs in balance as investigations intensify, according to State Women’s Commission chief Renu Bhatia.
Speaking candidly to media, Bhatia revealed, ‘Expect Badshah’s arrest shortly—our top brass confirms a thorough examination of the case, leading straight to his apprehension.’ She slammed the video’s use of public buses sans approval, promising repercussions for drivers and crew alike.
Drawing parallels to past tragedies, Bhatia warned, ‘Unauthorized exploitation of government property is unacceptable. What if misuse leads to incidents involving state buses or schoolchildren? We must protect our assets and the vulnerable. This brand of celebrity arrogance can’t dictate our cultural narrative or endanger tomorrow’s generation.’
Her call to action resonated widely: Bhatia implored fellow women leaders and commissions to unite against performers undermining women’s dignity and heritage. Uttar Pradesh’s swift ban on his events serves as a model, she noted, advocating for vocal opposition to cultural saboteurs.
On the national front, the NCW has swung into action under the 1990 Welfare Act, self-initiating a probe into the song’s vulgarity. Notices demand the presence of Badshah, Mahi Sandhu, Joban Sandhu, and producer Hiten by March 25. As legal hammers fall, ‘Tittri’ exemplifies how entertainment crosses into accountability territory, prompting a broader dialogue on media responsibility.