Santy Sharma supported Badshah: How the rapper defended his fellow artist amid the Tateeree song controversy

Badshah continues to face criticism online after his latest track Tateeree sparked widespread controversy over its lyrics and visuals. Although the artist has already apologised and removed the song from digital platforms, the debate surrounding the track remains active on social media.

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Amid the backlash, rapper Santy Sharma has publicly come forward in support of Badshah, urging people not to judge the artist without understanding the full context behind the production of the song.


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Why Is Badshah’s Tateeree Song Facing Criticism?

The controversy began soon after Tateeree was released on 1 March, with many listeners criticising the track for what they described as vulgar and double-meaning lyrics. Some lines from the song were accused of objectifying women and even minors.

The situation escalated further after viewers pointed out that the music video featured girls dancing in school uniforms, which critics argued was inappropriate and insensitive towards women and children. The visuals were also criticised for allegedly hurting the cultural sentiments of people in Haryana.

Following the backlash, a complaint was reportedly filed at the Cyber Crime Police Station in Panchkula, Haryana, claiming that the lyrics and visuals could negatively influence young audiences.

How Did Santy Sharma Respond to the Tateeree Controversy?

In the middle of the ongoing debate, Santy Sharma took to Instagram to defend Badshah and offer his perspective on the situation.

Sharing a photo of the rapper, Sharma wrote that rap music often includes references to rivals or cultural elements that may be misunderstood by audiences unfamiliar with the genre.

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He also explained that songs are often recorded long before their music videos are produced. According to him, artists may not always be fully aware of how the final visuals will appear.

Sharma further said that while problematic lyrics should be corrected if necessary, judging an artist without understanding the complete process behind a song is unfair. He also acknowledged that his opinion might upset some people but insisted it reflected the reality of how the hip-hop industry operates.

Was Any Police Action Taken Against Badshah?

Amid the controversy, a complaint was lodged by Abhay Chaudhary at the cyber crime police station in Panchkula. The complaint alleged that the song and its visuals crossed acceptable boundaries and could influence younger audiences negatively.

Reports also indicated that a lookout notice was issued against Badshah, adding further attention to the growing controversy surrounding the track.

How Did Badshah Apologise After the Tateeree Row?

Following the criticism, Badshah released a video apology on Instagram, confirming that the song had been removed from all major platforms.

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In his statement, the rapper said that he had noticed that certain lyrics and their visual representation had hurt the sentiments of many people, particularly those from Haryana.

He emphasised that he is proud of his Haryanvi roots, stating that his language, lifestyle and identity are closely connected to the region. He expressed regret over the hurt caused and acknowledged the concerns raised by listeners.

Since posting the apology, Badshah has not publicly responded to further criticism related to the controversy.

Inputs from agencies