‘Tateeree’ Row: Badshah apologises to NCW, pledges support for 50 Girls and womens empowerment song
Badshah apologises to the National Commision for Women over the ‘Tateeree’ controversy, pledges education support for 50 girls, and promises a women’s empowerment song within 4 months.
Rapper Badshah appeared before the National Commission for Women (NCW) on Tuesday following a summons related to his song Tateeree, which sparked widespread outrage over its alleged obscene and vulgar content. Represented by his counsel Akshay Dahiya, the artist submitted a written apology to the Commission, acknowledging the concerns raised.
Badshah to sponsor education for 50 girls
During the hearing, Badshah assured the panel that he would take corrective steps in response to the controversy. According to sources, he committed to producing a song centered on women’s empowerment within the next four months. In addition, he pledged to sponsor the education of 50 girl children and contribute to fundraising efforts for women-focused initiatives.
The hearing was attended by directors Joban Sandhu and Mahavir Singh, along with producer Hiten. It was chaired by NCW Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar, who expressed serious concern over the song’s lyrics and presentation. She stated that the content had harmed the dignity and decency of women and directed all those involved to ensure such incidents are not repeated in the future.
Controversy of Badshah's song
Released in March, Tateeree quickly drew backlash for its lyrics and visuals. Multiple FIRs were filed in Haryana, and the state women’s panel initiated action against the creators. Amid mounting criticism, the song was eventually taken down, and Badshah had earlier issued a public apology.
The rapper acknowledged that the song had hurt sentiments and clarified his intentions. Emphasizing his roots, he stated that he is proud of his Haryanvi identity, citing his language, lifestyle, and cultural background.
“I never intended to say anything inappropriate about any woman or child from Haryana,” he said, explaining that his work stems from the hip-hop genre, where lyrical expression often involves competitive elements. He reiterated that the song was not targeted at any individual or group and affirmed his commitment to promoting Haryana’s culture positively.