Tommy Genesis Under Fire for Donning as Maa Kali in New Music Video; Who Is THIS ‘Rebellious Underground Rap Queen’?
INDIA, JUN 21 – Tommy Genesis' music video 'True Blue' uses Hindu and Christian symbols provocatively, sparking backlash from religious communities and calls for removal and apology.
- Canadian rapper Tommy Genesis released the music video 'True Blue' on June 20, 2025, featuring her portraying the Hindu goddess Kali.
- The video sparked controversy due to its provocative use of religious symbols, including blue body paint, a red bindi, gold jewelry, and licking a crucifix, which many found offensive.
- Social media users, especially from Hindu and Christian communities, condemned the video for mocking sacred beliefs and called for its removal and an apology, citing cultural insensitivity and disrespect.
- Indian rapper Raftaar condemned the video on Instagram, calling it "a mockery of my religion" and urged followers to report it on YouTube, while Tommy Genesis has not addressed the backlash.
- The incident has intensified debates on artistic expression versus cultural respect, highlighting ongoing tensions about religious imagery's use in popular media by artists of diverse backgrounds.
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Candian rapper-model Tommy Genesis recently sparked outrage for hurting Hindu and Christian religious beliefs with her new music video 'True Blue'. Her appearance as Maa Kali and depiction of the crucifix symbol led to online criticism.
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Tommy Genesis under fire for donning as Maa Kali in new music video; who is ...
Tommy Genesis, a Canadian model and rapper, faced backlash for her explicit music video portraying the Hindu goddess Maa Kali. Critics condemned the depiction as disrespectful, with many accusing her of using offensive tactics to gain attention. ...
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