New Delhi, May 8 -- Singer, composer Sonu Nigam continues to face criticism for his remarks at an event in Bengaluru. As per the latest update, the singer has faced a new setback as his song has been dropped from the upcoming Kannada film, Kuladalli Keelyavudo.

In the film, Sonu's song Manasu Haadtade has been removed from the film due to his ongoing Kannada controversy.

The song was released on his official YouTube channel on April 5. The song was composed by Manomurthy while Yogaraj Bhat wrote the lyrics. The song was released before the controversy erupted.

The makers of the film issued a statement, as quoted by News18, "There is no doubt that Sonu Nigam is a good singer. But, we are very upset by how he spoke about Kannada recently...