Mohali, Aug. 18 -- A social activist in Punjab has urged the state government and local administration to prevent Bollywood rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh from performing songs that allegedly promote obscenity, alcohol, drugs, and violence at the upcoming Filmfare Punjab event, scheduled for August 23, 2025, at the IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali.
The event is expected to feature several prominent Punjabi singers and actors alongside Honey Singh.
Dr. Panditrao Dharenawar, a public interest litigant, has formally requested that the event organizers submit an affidavit by August 20, ensuring that no songs with harmful societal impacts will be performed. He warned that failure to comply could lead to a contempt petition.
Dr Dharenawar cited a prior n...