Singer Sona Mohapatra has strongly criticized rapper Badshah over his recently released song Tateeree, which has sparked major backlash for its objectionable lyrics and visuals. The Haryanvi track, released on March 1, quickly became the center of controversy, with many accusing it of promoting misogynistic stereotypes and objectifying women.
Taking to social media on Wednesday, Sona Mohapatra shared a sharp note calling out what she described as a repetitive and harmful pattern in certain pop songs. In her post, she wrote, “And now young girls in uniforms as props…Stop with this brain and soul rot. Real men exist. The good. The honourable. The ones who show up & stand up, let’s make them the heroes ? Let’s make them the ones we desire? #India deserves better?”
She also posted a longer note elaborating on her criticism of the song’s portrayal of masculinity and women. The note read, “Not the first time we've seen this template - A man puffing up his chest, flexing masculinity, objectifying women, and projecting himself as some irresistible hero while women exist merely to drool around him."Tu mujhpe marti hai, mujhpe jaan chidakti hai' type of flights of rubbish swag. This isn't creativity. It's the laziest trope in pop culture. And just calling yourself a "son of Haryana" with a sad face doesn't cut it. Haryana already battles some of the country's worst gender ratios, violence against women and honour killings Cultural influence carries responsibility? Artists shape imagination, You can challenge misogyny or profit from it. BADSHAH & this lot, do better. & those of you fashion victim wannabes paying for this shit. grow a brain or a soul?”
The controversy around Tateeree escalated rapidly after its release, with critics calling out the track’s explicit lyrics and visuals. The backlash eventually led to an official police complaint being filed against the song, along with a summons reportedly issued by a state commission.
Following the uproar, Badshah—whose real name is Aditya Prateek Singh—issued a public apology and removed the song from social media platforms. The incident has once again ignited debate about accountability in the music industry and the cultural influence of popular artists.
Sona Mohapatra’s remarks have added further fuel to the discussion, highlighting the ongoing conversation about representation, responsibility, and the kind of narratives that mainstream pop culture continues to promote.
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