Rapper Badshah has finally reacted after his latest song Tateeree sparked a major controversy online. The song faced heavy criticism for its lyrics and visuals. Many people accused the rapper of using provocative content that disrespects women and shows Haryana’s culture in a negative way.
As the backlash grew on social media, Badshah shared a video on Instagram to respond to the criticism. He apologised to his fans and especially to people from Haryana. The rapper also confirmed that the song is being removed from different platforms.
In the video, he said, “My new song Tateeree has been released, and I see that the message conveyed through its lyrics and visuals has hurt the sentiments of many people, especially my own Haryanvi community.”
The rapper also shared an Instagram story and wrote, “The song is being taken off from everywhere.”
Badshah Defends Himself Amid ‘Tateeree’ Controversy
In his video message, Badshah said he never wanted to insult his own community. He explained that Haryana is his home and an important part of his identity.
He said, “I am from Haryana myself. Those who know me are aware that my language, food, lifestyle and identity are deeply Haryanvi. I am a very proud Haryanvi. I never intended to say anything disrespectful about any child or woman from Haryana.”
Badshah also spoke about the nature of hip-hop music. He said artists in the genre often compete with each other through lyrics and criticism in their songs.
According to the rapper, his track followed the same style and was not meant to target women or children. However, he admitted that some words in the song may have sounded inappropriate to listeners.
He added, “If any part of the song has hurt anyone, I sincerely apologise to all of you from the bottom of my heart. I hope you will forgive me, thinking of me as your own son from Haryana.”
Reacting to the video, a user wrote, “Song se wo word hatao tabhi log maff karenge aapne bola to wahi hai jo log samjh rahe hai… Or ha ap ne bola b women’s k lye hi hai.”
Another commented, “Sooner or later Karma will strike back.”
A third user said, “Song delete kardo app”
Badshah Viral Video
Rapper Faces FIR, Police Begin Underway
The controversy had already reached the legal stage before his apology. According to Haryana Police, an FIR was registered after a Panchkula resident filed a complaint against the rapper. Police invoked sections 3 and 4 of the Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986, along with section 296 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, which deals with obscene acts and songs.
In an official statement, police said strict action has been taken in the case. The statement said, “Taking a strict stance against the spread of objectionable content on social media and in songs, Haryana Police has initiated major action against singer Aditya Prateek Singh Sisodia, popularly known as Badshah.”
Authorities also raised concerns about the music video. According to investigators, the video allegedly shows minor girls in school uniforms throwing away their bags and running away from studies.
Police said some lyrics also appear to contain derogatory expressions about women and girls. As a result, multiple police teams have been formed and raids are being conducted at different locations. The rapper has also been asked to appear before officials.
The matter has also reached the Haryana State Commission for Women, which has issued a summons to Badshah.
Meanwhile, Haryana Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda criticised the portrayal of schoolgirls in the video. He said the way students and culture were shown in the song is unacceptable.
Despite Badshah’s apology and the decision to remove the track, the controversy around the song continues to spark debate on social media.
