Deport Nora Fatehi? Lawyers Move MHA Over ‘Obscene’ Song, NCW Steps In
Mumbai: A fresh controversy has erupted around actor-performer Nora Fatehi after a group of ten lawyers formally petitioned the Ministry of Home Affairs, seeking cancellation of her work permit and deportation from India over her latest song Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke.
The letter, submitted on Thursday, was also addressed to the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the Central Board of Film Certification, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, and the National Commission for Women.
In their complaint, the lawyers accused Fatehi of “misusing the privilege” of her stay in India by allegedly promoting content that is “obscene, vulgar, sexually suggestive, and offensive to public morality and the dignity of women.” The letter invokes provisions under the Foreigners Act, 1946 and the Foreigners Order, 1948, arguing that such conduct could warrant deportation.
The controversy centres around the song Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke from the film KD: The Devil, featuring Sanjay Dutt and Fatehi. Released on YouTube on March 14, the track has faced backlash for its lyrics, penned by Raqueeb Alam, which critics say contain explicit double meanings and sexual innuendos.
The petition further claims that the song violates multiple legal provisions, including sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), the Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986, and the Information Technology Act, 2000. It alleges that the content promotes obscenity, objectifies women, and normalises misogynistic narratives.
Responding to the backlash, Fatehi released a video statement on Instagram, clarifying that she had recorded a Kannada version of the song three years ago and that it was later adapted into Hindi without her consent. However, the lawyers dismissed her explanation as a “self-serving afterthought,” arguing that performers cannot claim benefits such as fame and remuneration while denying responsibility for the final content.
The issue has also drawn the attention of the National Commission for Women, which has taken suo motu cognisance of the matter. The commission has summoned Fatehi, Dutt, Alam, producer Venkat K Narayana, and Kiran Kumar to appear before it on March 24 with relevant documents, warning that failure to comply could lead to legal action.
Amid mounting pressure, filmmaker Prem and singer Mangli have issued public apologies. Prem stated that there was no intention to offend and acknowledged that the lyrics would be revised, while Mangli also expressed regret over the controversy.
As the debate intensifies, the case has sparked wider discussions around artistic freedom, accountability, and the boundaries of content in India’s entertainment industry.
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