Mumbai (IANS): Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw addressed the controversy surrounding Nora Fatehi’s song ‘Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke’ and said that freedom of speech must operate within cultural and societal boundaries.
Speaking in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday, Vaishnaw stated that freedom of speech cannot be absolute and must follow reasonable restrictions defined by the Constitution of India.
He said, “The song that the Member of Parliament mentioned has already been banned. I would like to clearly convey to the entire House that we must follow the reasonable restrictions imposed by the creators of the Constitution of India on freedom of speech. Freedom of speech cannot be absolute. It has to be in the context of society.”
He added, “It has to be in the context of culture. Considering how rapidly content spreads through digital platforms today, the government stands ready to take strict action to protect society, especially children, women, and deprived sections.”
The controversy around Nora Fatehi revolves around the song ‘Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke’ from the film ‘KD: The Devil’. Soon after its release, the track drew widespread backlash over alleged vulgar lyrics and suggestive choreography.
Singer Armaan Malik and several social media users criticised the song, calling it inappropriate and a “new low” in lyrical standards.
The issue escalated after legal complaints sought a ban on the song, citing concerns over its impact on minors and public decency. Amid growing pressure, the makers reportedly removed the song from YouTube, highlighting the ongoing debate between creative freedom and societal norms in Indian music.
