Sarbjit Singh Cheema issues legal warning over fake and defamatory content about family
Punjabi singer Sarbjit Singh Cheema and his legal team have issued a strong warning against fake, defamatory and unverified content concerning his son and family on social media platforms.
Punjabi singer and cultural artist Sarbjit Singh Cheema’s legal team has issued a public legal warning against the circulation of allegedly fake, defamatory and unverified content concerning Cheema, his son Gurvar Cheema and their family.
The notice, issued by Verma & Verma Law Association on August 22, 2026, is addressed to social media users, page administrators, media handles, influencers and operators of anonymous or fake accounts. It specifically warns against publishing, forwarding or broadcasting false news, edited videos, audio or defamatory material on platforms including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, WhatsApp and X/Twitter.
Warning of Legal ActionAccording to the notice, strict legal action may be taken against people involved in creating or spreading such content. The legal team has stated that civil proceedings seeking damages and criminal action through cyber crime authorities and police may be initiated against those responsible.
The notice also states that operating through anonymous or fake accounts, reposting content or claiming that a person only forwarded the material would not necessarily protect them from legal action. It further mentions the use of digital forensic methods to identify those involved.
Sarbjit Singh Cheema Speaks About His FamilyCheema has also spoken about the issue and highlighted the importance of protecting his family’s privacy and dignity. In his statement, the singer wrote:
“It has come to my attention that completely false, fabricated, and defamatory information is being circulated across various social media and media platforms, including YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp, and others, concerning my son and members of my family.
Spreading baseless allegations, publishing or sharing someone’s private life, photographs, or videos without consent, and creating misleading stories based on false or unverified information is an extremely serious and irresponsible act. Such conduct can have devastating consequences for the mental and physical well-being of the individuals and families involved.
My family’s privacy, dignity, and well-being are not matters to be exploited for views, followers, engagement, or personal gain. I will not remain silent while false information and malicious rumours continue to be circulated about my family.
My legal team has taken note of the individuals, accounts, pages, channels, and platforms involved, and all relevant material is being preserved. Appropriate legal advice is being sought, and legal proceedings and other necessary action will be pursued against those responsible, where warranted.
Let this serve as a clear and formal notice: anyone who continues to create, publish, share, or promote false and defamatory content concerning my family should be aware that their actions may have legal consequences.”
What singer suggested to the Social Media UsersThe legal notice and Cheema’s statement together send a clear message against spreading unverified information. The family has urged people to avoid creating, sharing or promoting content that could invade their privacy or damage their reputation.