Mumbai, March 7 Rapper Badshah, who has been facing significant criticism for his latest track, "Titiri," finally addressed the issue, stating that he himself is a proud Haryanvi and did not intend to portray any child or woman in a negative light through his song.
He further pointed out that he comes from the Hip-Hop genre, where lyrics are often used to target opponents.
Badshah uploaded a video on his Instagram account saying, "My new song, 'Titiri,' has been released, and I've noticed that certain parts, due to the lyrics and visual representation, have conveyed a message that has hurt the sentiments of several people, especially those from Haryana. First of all, I want to say that I am from Haryana. Those who know me know that my language, my food, my lifestyle, and my identity are all associated with Haryana. I am a very proud Haryanvi. I never intended to speak negatively about any child or woman from Haryana."
He further elaborated, "I come from the hip-hop genre, where lyrics are often used to compete and target opponents. The lyrics were never intended for any woman or child, and I will never do so. I have always tried to represent Haryana's culture and language wherever I can."
Towards the end of the video, Badshah apologized if he had caused any offense.
"I hope you will consider me as a son of Haryana, as your own son, and forgive me," he concluded.
Badshah was recently served a notice by the Haryana State Women's Commission, asking him to appear before them on March 13 to record his statement.
The notice was issued following a complaint by Savita Arya, president of Nari Tu Narayani Sanstha, Panipat, and Shiv Kumar, head of Shiv Aarti Foundation.
In the complaint, they objected to the line "Aaya Badshah doli chaddhane, in sabki ghodi banane," claiming that the song used vulgar language and featured young girls in school uniforms boarding a Haryana Roadways bus and throwing their school bags.
