Daler Mehndi controversy: FWICE writes to PM Narendra Modi, Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami after minister’s alcohol allegation
FWICE said the singer was recovering from surgery and urged officials to treat performers with sensitivity after the public rebuke prompted industry backlash.
- On Sunday, Uttarakhand Cabinet Minister Subodh Uniyal interrupted veteran singer Daler Mehndi's performance at the Maa Kunjapuri Mela in New Tehri, accusing him of being intoxicated during the cultural event.
- Defending his brother, Mika Singh stated Mehndi does not drink alcohol and has been recovering from surgery for two years, countering Uniyal's allegations of disorientation and lip-syncing.
- Seeking transparency, Mika asked the minister to publicly share payment receipts after questioning Uniyal's claim that Mehndi received Rs 35 lakh for the event.
- The Federation of Western India Cine Employees wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, urging them to ensure artists receive fair treatment with sensitivity.
- Bollywood celebrities rallied behind Mehndi, with figures including Anupam Kher and Kapil Sharma emphasizing that senior artists deserve dignity rather than public reprimands.
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Daler Mehndi controversy: FWICE writes to PM Narendra Modi, Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami after minister’s alcohol allegation
The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has extended its support to singer Daler Mehndi amid the controversy surrounding his performance at an event in Uttarakhand. The federation has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, urging the authorities to ensure that artists are treated with sensitivity and fairness.The development follows an incident at the Siddhpeeth Maa Kunjapuri To…
Mika Singh Seeks Public Apology From Cabinet Minister Subodh Uniyal Following Daler Mehndi Incident
Punjabi singer Daler Mehndi made headlines when Uttarakhand cabinet minister Subodh Uniyal publicly stormed the stage during a cultural event to accuse him of performing while intoxicated
Daler Mehndi Controversy: Mika Singh Demands Apology From Uttarakhand Minister Over Alcohol Allegations
Punjabi singer Mika Singh has demanded an apology from Uttarakhand Cabinet Minister Subodh Uniyal after his brother, Daler Mehndi, was publicly reprimanded during a cultural event in New Tehri. The controversy began when the minister interrupted Daler’s performance and questioned his behaviour on stage, suggesting that the singer was intoxicated. The incident quickly gained attention after a video circulated on social media, with several Bollywo…
Film workers' body urges PM Modi to intervene over Daler Mehndi row: ‘Advise public reps to exercise greater sensitivity when dealing with artists’
FWICE has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene after Uttarakhand minister Subodh Uniyal publicly reprimanded Daler Mehndi during a cultural event.
Apology is due: Mika Singh backs Daler, asks MLA to prove Rs 35 lakh payment claim
Mika Singh challenged MLA Subodh Uniyal to prove Daler Mehndi's Rs 35 lakh payment and apologise. The demand followed allegations that Daler performed under the influence of alcohol at an Uttarakhand event.
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