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Singer Udit Narayan Defends His Actions of Kissing a Fan at Concert as “Pure”
Updated on: 03 February, 2025 04:07 PM IST |Amruta Karulkar
Udit Narayan
Veteran playback singer Udit Narayan has found himself at the centre of controversy after a video of him kissing a fan at a live concert went viral. The clip, which has sparked massive backlash online, shows Narayan interacting with female fans who had gathered near the stage for selfies. Amid the excitement, he is seen kissing one of them on the lips. The incident has led to divided opinions, with some criticising the singer and others defending his actions. In response, Udit Narayan has spoken out, calling the act a “manifestation of love” between him and his fans.
The incident has since drawn strong reactions from social media users. Many have criticised Narayan’s actions, calling them inappropriate.
“Have I (ever) done anything to bring shame to myself, my family, or my country? Then why would I do something now at this stage of my life when I have achieved it all? There is a deep, pure, and unbreakable bond between my fans and me. What you saw in the so-called scandalous video was a manifestation of the love between my fans and me. They love me. I love them back even more,” he said.
The singer also stated that he feels no regret or embarrassment over what happened. He further added, “No, not at all! Why should I be? Do you hear any regret or sorrow in my voice? In fact, I am laughing as I talk to you. It is not something sleazy or secret. It is there in the public domain. My heart is pure. If some people want to see something dirty in my act of pure affection, then I feel sorry for them. I also want to thank them. Because now they’ve made me even more famous than I already was.”
Narayan also questioned the timing of the video’s release, as the incident occurred months ago during his overseas tour. He hinted at a hidden agenda behind resurfacing the clip on social media now, suggesting that some individuals may be attempting to tarnish his reputation.
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He stated, “I am the recipient of several Filmfare Awards, National Awards, Padma Sri, and Padma Bhushan. I aspire to get the Bharat Ratna, like Lataji. She is my idol. Do you know I was her favourite co-singer among the singers of my generation? I have sung the maximum duets with her from my generation of singers. When I have Mata Saraswati’s blessings, what do I care about people who cannot bear to see others successful?”
Viral Video Sparks Debate
The now-viral footage is from one of Udit Narayan’s concerts during his US-Canada tour. While performing the iconic song Tip Tip Barsa Paani, he was approached by enthusiastic female fans eager to take selfies with him. In the video, he is seen asking security to allow one of his admirers to come closer. As she leans in to kiss him on the cheek, Narayan tilts his head and kisses her on the lips instead.The incident has since drawn strong reactions from social media users. Many have criticised Narayan’s actions, calling them inappropriate.
Udit Narayan`s Response: "My Heart Is Pure"
Addressing the controversy, Udit Narayan has defended himself in a recent interview. He strongly dismissed any wrongdoing, emphasising that his actions were rooted in mutual love and respect between him and his fans.“Have I (ever) done anything to bring shame to myself, my family, or my country? Then why would I do something now at this stage of my life when I have achieved it all? There is a deep, pure, and unbreakable bond between my fans and me. What you saw in the so-called scandalous video was a manifestation of the love between my fans and me. They love me. I love them back even more,” he said.
The singer also stated that he feels no regret or embarrassment over what happened. He further added, “No, not at all! Why should I be? Do you hear any regret or sorrow in my voice? In fact, I am laughing as I talk to you. It is not something sleazy or secret. It is there in the public domain. My heart is pure. If some people want to see something dirty in my act of pure affection, then I feel sorry for them. I also want to thank them. Because now they’ve made me even more famous than I already was.”
Narayan also questioned the timing of the video’s release, as the incident occurred months ago during his overseas tour. He hinted at a hidden agenda behind resurfacing the clip on social media now, suggesting that some individuals may be attempting to tarnish his reputation.
Also Read: Aditya Narayan Misbehaves With A Fan At His Concert, Netizens Provoke Backlash, Watch Video
Aspiring for Bharat Ratna
Despite the controversy, Udit Narayan remains focused on his career and ambitions. He expressed his desire to receive India’s highest civilian honour, the Bharat Ratna, drawing a parallel between himself and his idol, Lata Mangeshkar.He stated, “I am the recipient of several Filmfare Awards, National Awards, Padma Sri, and Padma Bhushan. I aspire to get the Bharat Ratna, like Lataji. She is my idol. Do you know I was her favourite co-singer among the singers of my generation? I have sung the maximum duets with her from my generation of singers. When I have Mata Saraswati’s blessings, what do I care about people who cannot bear to see others successful?”
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