March 7: Actress Neetu Chandra has taken legal action against rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh, filing a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in the Patna High Court concerning his recent song “Maniac.” Chandra alleges that the track perpetuates vulgarity and objectifies women, portraying them merely as sex objects. She contends that such representations undermine women’s empowerment and normalize inappropriate content, particularly through the use of the Bhojpuri language.
The PIL targets Honey Singh and the lyricist Leo Grewal and Bhojpuri singers Ragini Vishwakarma and Arjun Ajanabi, who collaborated on “Maniac.” Chandra has urged the court to mandate amendments to the song’s lyrics to eliminate content she deems vulgar and detrimental to societal values.
In an interview with India TV, Chandra expressed deep concern over the impact of such songs on the daily lives of women and girls in Bihar. She observed that vulgar Bhojpuri and Hindi songs have made it challenging for school and college-going females to walk in public without facing discomfort, often compelling them to avert their eyes.
The actress noted that the pervasive nature of these songs has even led to situations where women feel uneasy watching television at home. She emphasized that the popularity of artists producing such content could impede societal and national development.
Drawing a parallel to Bihar’s prohibition laws aimed at protecting women from domestic violence associated with alcohol consumption, Chandra questioned why similar legislative measures cannot be implemented to ban songs that demean women. She argued that if the government can enact laws to ban liquor to safeguard women, it should also be able to prohibit vulgar songs that negatively affect young girls and society at large. Chandra advocates for a comprehensive ban on the production and dissemination of such songs within Bihar.
“Maniac,” released on February 22, 2025, is a collaboration between Honey Singh and T-Series, featuring actress Esha Gupta in the music video. Since its release, the song has garnered significant attention, amassing over 70 million views on YouTube.
This is not the first instance where Honey Singh has faced criticism for his lyrical content. In the past, he has been accused of promoting misogyny and vulgarity through his music, leading to public outcry and legal challenges. The current PIL (Public Interest Litigation) filed by Chandra reignites the ongoing debate about the portrayal of women in popular music and the responsibility of artists to uphold societal values.
The Patna High Court is expected to hear the case later this month. The outcome could have significant implications for the music industry, particularly concerning content regulation and the portrayal of women in media. Chandra’s legal action underscores a broader societal concern about the influence of popular culture on public perceptions of gender and morality. Keep Reading Questiqa.in for more updates.
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