Rapper Badshah Faces Legal Heat Over Religious Sentiment Controversy

Punjab Police have filed a case against rapper Badshah after a complaint by Emanual Masih alleged that his song 'Velvet Flow' hurt the religious sentiments of the Christian community. Badshah's use of the words 'church' and 'bible' reportedly sparked the complaint, leading to protests in Gurdaspur.

In a recent development, Punjab Police have initiated legal proceedings against renowned rapper Badshah. The action follows a complaint that his latest track, 'Velvet Flow,' has offended religious sentiments within the Christian community.

The case originated in Batala after Emanual Masih, on behalf of the Global Christian Action Committee, reported the contentious lyrics. The complaint focuses on the use of terms like 'church' and 'bible' which are perceived as disrespectful by some community members.

On Tuesday, protests erupted in Punjab's Gurdaspur district condemning Badshah's song. Authorities at Qila Lal Singh police station have invoked relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, reinforcing the legal complaint.

(With inputs from agencies.)