‘No permission taken to..’: Nora Fatehi says she KNEW ‘Sarke Chunar’ would face BACKLASH

The viral song “Sarke Teri Chunari” has recently landed in the middle of a major controversy, drawing sharp reactions across social media. The track, linked to the film KD: The Devil and featuring Sanjay Dutt, faced criticism for its allegedly explicit lyrics and suggestive visuals. As outrage grew, Nora Fatehi found herself unexpectedly caught in the backlash, with her image being associated with the Hindi version of the song despite questions around her actual involvement.

The situation quickly escalated beyond online criticism, with complaints reportedly being raised over the song’s content and its accessibility to a wide audience, including minors. Calls for stricter scrutiny led to the Hindi version being taken down from digital platforms. The controversy further deepened when confusion emerged around the song’s credits, with lyricist Raqueeb Alam distancing himself from the disputed lines and claiming he had been incorrectly attributed.

Amid the growing noise, Nora addressed the issue directly through Instagram, making it clear that she had no role in the Hindi version of the track. She revealed that she had flagged concerns early on and had already chosen to step away from the project. Sharing her side, she said, ‘I would hate for anyone to think I endorse this.. thank you for the backlash because of this pressure the filmmakers have luckily taken it down Id also request everyone to stop sharing the song because ur just giving it a platform unnecessarily. On a side note I see some of u guys trying to use this as an opportunity to attack my character..it’s unfortunate. Anyways me and my team will be more careful in the future in such situations. However I do want to reiterate I had no idea about this Hindi song, I did not perform to it and there was no permission taken to use it with my image.’

I would hate for anyone to think I endorse this.. thank you for the backlash because of this pressure the filmmakers have luckily taken it down Id also request everyone to stop sharing the song because ur just giving it a platform unnecessarily. On a side note I see some of u guys trying to use this as an opportunity to attack my character..it’s unfortunate. Anyways me and my team will be more careful in the future in such situations. However I do want to reiterate I had no idea about this Hindi song, I did not perform to it and there was no permission taken to use it with my image.

- Nora Fatehi

She also pointed out that she neither performed to the controversial version nor granted permission for her likeness to be used alongside it. While addressing the backlash, she expressed disappointment over personal attacks directed at her, even as she acknowledged that public pressure played a role in getting the video removed. At the same time, she assured fans that her team would be more cautious going forward.

The controversy also drew reactions from within the entertainment industry. Singer Armaan Malik criticised the song, calling it disappointing, while actress Kangana Ranaut spoke out against what she described as excessive vulgarity in mainstream content. The episode has once again sparked a broader conversation about creative boundaries, accountability, and the importance of consent when using a celebrity’s image.

On the work front, Nora Fatehi is steadily diversifying her work across films and international music projects. After appearing in films like Crakk and Madgaon Express, she is now focusing on expanding her presence in regional cinema with projects such as Kanchana 4 and KD: The Devil. Alongside acting, Nora continues to build her global music profile with international collaborations and independent singles. Known for her strong screen presence and dance performances, she is actively balancing commercial cinema with global entertainment ventures.