Singer Kailash Kher found himself at the centre of controversy after a video from a recent Delhi event went viral on social media. The celebrated playback singer reportedly lost his cool when a female host requested him to sing on stage during a healthcare leadership summit held at Taj Palace on April 25. The incident quickly triggered debate online about how artists are treated at public events.
The moment unfolded during the seventh edition of the Six Sigma Leadership Summit in Healthcare. Kailash Kher refused the request and strongly reacted on stage, drawing comparisons between different professions to make his point.
Kailash Kher Questions Expectations From Artists on Stage
A widely shared video shows Kailash Kher firmly addressing the host after she asked him to perform. He expressed his frustration over how singers are often casually asked to perform without preparation or respect for their craft. He said, “Yahi main badalna chahta hoon, yahi mere mann main lalak lagi hui, yahi badalna hai. Ki gayak ko, sangeet ko aise naa mana jaaye ki sir do line aa gaa dijiye, mood bana dijiye. Yeh bahut galat hai. Yeh request hi mat kijiye.”
Kher further strengthened his argument by comparing artistic expectations with other professions. He added, “Aap kya Sachin Tendulkar ko bolenge ki ek zara chakka lagake dikha dijiye? Is Prithvi pe koi nahi aisa karta. Yaa kisi army ke jawan ko nahi bolenge ki aapni position leke ek zara shot laga dijiye…”
Reacting to the video, a user wrote, “Is he mad or what… Performable art hai to request karega na.”
Another user laughed and commented, “What a brilliant logic.”
A third user said, “Ya, that’s why you went and sang for the home minister in his house.”
Check out the viral video below
About The Singer
Kailash Kher is one of India’s most distinctive voices, known for his powerful blend of folk and Sufi music. Born in Meerut on July 7, 1973, he faced several struggles early in life, including financial setbacks and a difficult journey into the music industry. His breakthrough came with the iconic song “Allah Ke Bande,” which established him as a unique voice in Bollywood music.
Over the years, he has sung more than 700 songs in multiple languages and received several honours, including the Padma Shri in 2017. He also leads his band Kailasa and mentors young artists through his music academy.
