Controversy Surrounds Song ‘Sarke Chunari Teri Sarke’, NCW Takes Suo Motu Action

The National Commission for Women (NCW) has issued summons to actor Nora Fatehi, actor Sanjay Dutt, and singer-lyricist Badshah over alleged obscene content in recently released songs. The action was taken after the commission took suo motu cognisance of media reports highlighting objectionable material in the song “Sarke Chunari Teri Sarke” from the film KD: The Devil. According to the commission, the move follows multiple complaints alleging that the lyrics and visuals of the song are derogatory and sexually explicit. The complaints also raised concerns about the presence of inappropriate scenes that could negatively impact viewers, particularly children. The NCW stated that, prima facie, the content appears to be sexually suggestive and objectionable, potentially violating provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the IT Act, and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. Along with Nora Fatehi and Sanjay Dutt, summons have also been issued to Rakib Alam, producer Venkat K. Narayan of KVN Group, and director Kiran Kumar. All concerned individuals have been asked to appear before the commission on March 24. In a related development, the commission has also issued summons to Badshah over his song “Tattihari,” citing similar allegations of obscene content. Director Mahi Sandhu, Joban Sandhu, and co-producer Hiten have also been directed to appear before the commission on March 25 with relevant documents. Following its release, the song “Sarke Chunari” faced widespread criticism both within the film industry and on social media platforms. Critics described the lyrics and choreography as vulgar, sparking a broader debate about the boundaries of creative freedom and responsibility in entertainment. The song has since been removed from YouTube. Reacting to the controversy, Nora Fatehi stated that she had originally shot the song in Kannada three years ago and was unaware of the changes made later. She said she had agreed to the project as it was part of a major film featuring Sanjay Dutt. Fatehi further clarified that she did not find anything inappropriate during the shoot and was unaware of how the lyrics were altered in the Hindi version, adding that no permission was sought from her for these changes. The NCW’s intervention has brought the issue into the legal and regulatory domain, intensifying scrutiny around the film KD: The Devil, which is currently awaiting release.