Singer-songwriter Badshah has apologized after his latest song “Tateeree” was accused of having objectionable lyrics about women and minors and said the song had been removed from all platforms.

The 40-year-old singer, known for songs like “Abhi Toh Party Shuru Hui Hai” and “Genda Phool,” shared a video on his Instagram account on Saturday (March 7). “My new song has been released and I see that the lyrics and visual representation have caused a lot of pain to a lot of people, especially from Haryana. First of all, I want to say that I am from Haryana. Those who know me will attest to the fact that my entire identity is based on I am a proud Haryanvi,” he is heard saying in the video.

Badshah said that he always intended to uplift the culture of Haryana and never intended to hurt anyone with the track. “I never intended or aimed to talk about any woman or child from Haryana in this way. I am from the hip hop genre, so lyrics are often added to show the competition, for the competitor. This was never for women or children.

“I would never do that. I have always tried to uplift the culture of Haryana as much as I can. But if this has caused harm to anyone, I would like to express my sincere apologies. I hope you will consider me as the son of Haryana, your own son and forgive me,” he said.

On Friday, the police registered an FIR under various provisions of the law based on a complaint lodged by a resident of Panchkula, alleging the use of objectionable lyrics and images in Badshah’s recently released music video.

Additionally, notices have been issued to remove the video from all social media platforms.