CBFC Targets Nora Fatehi Song from 'KD: The Devil' for Obscenity
Legal complaint alleges obscene content in Nora Fatehi-Sanjay Dutt song from KD: The Devil.
The promotional song "Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke" featuring Nora Fatehi and Sanjay Dutt from the upcoming Kannada film KD: The Devil has been removed from YouTube following widespread backlash over its allegedly vulgar lyrics and provocative visuals, sources indicate. Advocate Vineet Jindal filed a formal complaint with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) and the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, demanding an immediate ban citing obscenity concerns under Section 294 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, POCSO Act, and IT Act provisions. The track, composed by Arjun Janya with lyrics by Raqeeb Alam and directed by Prem, drew sharp criticism for sexually suggestive content accessible to minors on social media.
Social media erupted with calls to pull the song, labeling it "cheap and crass" for its dance bar setting where Fatehi performs in a ghagra choli with a suggestive pallu drop, while Dutt appears as an audience member. Singer Armaan Malik joined the outrage, calling it a "new low" in commercial songwriting that normalizes vulgarity through reels and short-form content. Despite initial popularity from Fatehi's choreography, netizens expressed disappointment in Dutt's association with such material, amplifying demands for platform removal.
The song's teaser had already sparked debate before full release, with users highlighting explicit lyrics and picturization as disturbing public decency. A separate criminal complaint was lodged with Delhi Police Cyber Cell, pressuring producers to act swiftly. By March 16, 2026, the official video became unavailable on YouTube, showing a "video unavailable" message, confirming the takedown amid intensifying scrutiny.
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KD: The Devil, a 1970s underworld saga starring Dhruva Sarja, Shilpa Shetty, and Sanjay Dutt, is slated for pan-India release on April 30, 2026. The controversy positions this track—intended for a club scene—as a promotional centerpiece now overshadowed by toxicity. While some fans defended Fatehi's performance, the dominant online sentiment focused on protecting younger audiences from its influence.
This incident reflects ongoing tensions in Indian cinema between bold item songs and censorship standards, echoing past bans on similar content. The CBFC and authorities have yet to issue an official ban statement, but the voluntary YouTube removal signals producers' response to public and legal pressure. A National Human Rights Commission member also voiced disapproval, broadening the critique.
As the song circulates via unofficial clips, questions linger over its fate in the film and potential re-edits. Filmmakers face a balancing act ahead of release, with this backlash testing appetite for edgy content in a socially conscious market. The episode underscores evolving sensitivities around digital media's reach in India.
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