Mumbai: Following backlash and summons, rapper Badshah apologised to the National Commission for Women (NCW) over his controversial song ‘Tateeree’, which allegedly hurt the dignity of women and promised to create a women-centric song within four months.
The controversy erupted soon after the song’s release last month, prompting the NCW to take suo motu cognisance of the matter.
On Tuesday, Badshah appeared before the panel chaired by Vijaya Rahatkar.
The commission noted that the lyrics and presentation of Tateeree were objectionable and detrimental to women’s dignity.
Rahatkar expressed serious concern, stating that such content
cannot be ignored, and directed those involved to ensure similar incidents do not recur.
The rapper was accompanied by directors Joban Sandhu and Mahavir Singh, along with producer Hiten.
All parties submitted unconditional written apologies, acknowledging the concerns raised and expressing regret over the impact of the song.
During the hearing, Badshah also made multiple commitments to the commission, including a pledge to contribute positively through his future work.
“I will work for the upliftment of women and society. I will present a positive song on women’s empowerment within four months and will not be involved in any such activity in future,” Badshah told the commission.
Apart from this, Badshah also promised to sponsor the education of 50 girls from economically weaker sections.
The ‘Tateeree’ controversy has once again highlighted the responsibility of artists and the impact of music on society.
NCW’s intervention in the matter signals a stricter stance on content seen as offensive or derogatory towards women.