FIR Filed Against Sonu Nigam: Linked to Pahalgam Terror Attack Controversy

Sonu Nigam, a renowned Bollywood singer, is embroiled in controversy following comments he made during a concert in Bengaluru, which have now led to a formal complaint against him

The incident occurred when Sonu Nigam allegedly linked a Kannada fan's request for a song to the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed 28 lives

The president of the Bengaluru city district of Karnataka Rakshana Vedike filed the complaint, accusing Nigam of inciting hatred and potentially sparking violence against linguistic communities in Karnataka

The complaint highlights that Nigam's comments have deeply hurt the Kannada community by portraying them as intolerant, contradicting their peaceful and harmonious reputation

The contentious remarks by Nigam surfaced on social media through a video from his concert at East Point College of Engineering and Technology, Bengaluru

During the event, Sonu Nigam expressed his discomfort with a young fan's insistence on Kannada songs, suggesting such behavior was reminiscent of the motives behind the Pahalgam attack

The controversy has sparked significant backlash on social media, with many criticizing Nigam's analogy and insensitivity towards the Kannada community

The Pahalgam attack on April 22, 2025, which killed 28 people, has been widely condemned by celebrities, who have urged the government to take strict measures against terrorism