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Government Bans Controversial Song Amid Political Outcry

3/20/2026

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The controversy over the song "Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke" from KD: The Devil has become political after critics, including singer Armaan Malik, labeled its lyrics inappropriate.
MP Anand Bhadauria raised the matter in the Lok Sabha, prompting government intervention.
Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the ban on the song, citing limits to freedom of speech and protection for vulnerable groups.
Amid legal complaints, the song's makers removed it from YouTube.

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The controversy over the song "Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke" from KD: The Devil has become political after critics, including singer Armaan Malik, labeled its lyrics inappropriate.
MP Anand Bhadauria raised the matter in the Lok Sabha, prompting government intervention.
Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the ban on the song, citing limits to freedom of speech and protection for vulnerable groups.
Amid legal complaints, the song's makers removed it from YouTube.