Sanjay Dutt appeared before the National Commission for Women over the controversy surrounding the song Sarke Chunar from KD: The Devil. The hearing pertains to complaints over the song, which has drawn criticism for its content. While denying involvement in its lyrics, the actor issued an apology and pledged to sponsor the education of 50 girls, addressing concerns raised over the song’s content.
Sanjay Dutt vows to educate 50 girls
During the hearing, Dutt submitted that he had no prior knowledge, involvement, or control over the lyrical content, translation, creative composition, or final presentation of the song, stating that his role was limited to performing as an actor under contractual obligations.
Appearing with his legal team led by Advocate Hemant Shah, he tendered a sincere apology before the Commission, expressing respect for the dignity of women and societal values.
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He also placed on record a voluntary undertaking to sponsor the education of 50 girls, particularly from tribal communities in Nagpur, Maharashtra, for the upcoming academic year, with compliance to be reported within three months.
Through counsel, including Advocate Hemant Shah, he further assured that his future professional engagements would incorporate safeguards to ensure that no artistic work associated with him disrespects women, children, or any individual.
After the hearing, Advocate Hemant Shah, representing Dutt, told media persons, “Sanjay Dutt today appeared before the National Commission for Women, and out of his utmost regard for women and for the Commission, he said that he was not aware of the wordings, but still, without prejudice, he has offered an apology, and he has also voluntarily offered to sponsor the education of 50 children from the tribal community. He said when it was recorded, it was recorded in some other language.”
About Sarke Chunar song row
The Hindi version of the song caused a massive uproar for its sexually explicit lyrics, and the matter was even raised in Parliament, with the government saying the song has already been banned.
Actor Nora Fatehi, who features in the dance video of the song along with Sanjay Dutt, and lyricist Raqeeb Alam have distanced themselves from the controversy. Fatehi said she recorded the Kannada version three years ago, and when she heard the Hindi version, she had already flagged the issue to the makers. After the uproar, the NCW had summoned the actors.