📌 Key Points
- NCW summons Nora Fatehi, Sanjay Dutt, and others over ‘Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke’ song controversy.
- The song faced criticism for its suggestive lyrics and choreography.
- NCW rejected representation through Fatehi’s lawyer, demanding her personal appearance.
- Those summoned apologized and pledged to work on women’s empowerment.
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has given Nora Fatehi a final chance to appear in person regarding the controversial song ‘Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke.’ The song, featuring Fatehi and Sanjay Dutt, sparked outrage over its allegedly obscene content.
Controversy Over ‘Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke’
Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke controversy : In March, a massive row erupted over the song, Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke , from the Kannada pan-India film KD: The Devil. The song, featuring Nora Fatehi and Sanjay Dutt , was slammed for its suggestive lyrics and choreography. The National Commission for Women went on to send summons to actors Nora Fatehi, Sanjay Dutt and others following the controversy over obscenity and vulgarity in the song.
The commission, which took suo motu cognisance of the song over its allegedly objectionable lyrics, held a hearing in the matter on April 6. Fatehi’s counsel appeared before the commission during the hearing. However, the panel did not accept the representation through her lawyer and directed the actor to appear before it. “A final opportunity has been granted to Nora Fatehi to appear in person before the commission on April 27, 2026,” the NCW said. The hearing was chaired by NCW Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar.
NCW Summons and Hearing Details
During the proceedings, lyricist Raqueeb Alam, director Prem and representatives of KVN Productions — Gautam K M and Suprith — appeared before the commission. Rahatkar expressed concern over the lyrics of the song and said they were against the dignity of women and rejected the contention of those summoned that they were unaware of the meaning of the lyrics.
Apology and Commitment to Empowerment
The NCW said the persons present submitted a written apology and acknowledged that the song had a negative impact on society. They also told the panel that they would work for women’s empowerment over the next three months and submit a report to the commission.
The NCW’s firm stance underscores the importance of responsible content creation in entertainment. The apology and commitment to women’s empowerment initiatives suggest a positive step towards addressing the concerns raised by the controversial song.
