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Singer Mangli Apologizes, Bans 'Sarke Chunar' After Backlash

3/20/2026

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The singer Mangli apologized and removed her song "Sarke Chunar" from all platforms after backlash over explicit lyrics, and promised a revised version.
The controversy reached Parliament and prompted a government ban on the song.
Nora Fatehi distanced herself and said she had raised concerns about the Hindi adaptation.
The Union Information and Broadcasting Minister confirmed the ban and urged responsible content.

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Story summary

The singer Mangli apologized and removed her song "Sarke Chunar" from all platforms after backlash over explicit lyrics, and promised a revised version.
The controversy reached Parliament and prompted a government ban on the song.
Nora Fatehi distanced herself and said she had raised concerns about the Hindi adaptation.
The Union Information and Broadcasting Minister confirmed the ban and urged responsible content.