Who is Controversial Punjabi Artist Shubh Sparking Khalistan Debate Ahead of Mumbai Tour?
In the vibrant landscape of the Punjabi music scene, Shubhneet Singh, affectionately known as Shubh, has been making waves. This rising star from Canada has garnered immense popularity with chart-topping hits like "Cheques," "Baller," and "Elevated." However, recent controversies surrounding his alleged endorsement of Khalistan have cast a shadow over his career, particularly in India, just before his scheduled Mumbai tour.
In the vibrant landscape of the Punjabi music scene, Shubhneet Singh, affectionately known as Shubh, has been making waves. This rising star from Canada has garnered immense popularity with chart-topping hits like "Cheques," "Baller," and "Elevated." However, recent controversies surrounding his alleged endorsement of Khalistan have cast a shadow over his career, particularly in India, just before his scheduled Mumbai tour.
Who is Shubh?
Dekh Dunia E Machdi💥🤣#Shubh #Panjab pic.twitter.com/8c2DD6k2LS
— SANDHU 𝕏 (@itz_simran123) September 19, 2023Shubh is a Punjabi artist hailing from Canada, where he has firmly established himself as a prominent figure in the music industry. He catapulted to fame with his album "We Rollin," amassing a dedicated fan base not only in India and Canada but also in Britain, the United States, and Australia.
Virat Kohli's Admiration
Shubh think big🔥Think like Moosewala, Hollywd nd all🔥
Not about cheap shows to entrtain brainless snghis🤮
ਐਵੇਂ ਔਖੀ ਹੋਈ ਆ CROWD ਤੇਰੇ ਤੇ, ਬੋਲਦੇ ਆ LOUD ਤੇਰੇ ਤੇ,
ਇੱਕ ਗੱਲ ਰੱਖੀ ਯਾਦ, ਪੰਜਾਬ ਤੇਰਾ ਬੜਾ ਆ PROUD ਤੇਰੇ ਤੇ🔥
Khlistn is jst Excuse 4 thm, 2 Shw their Hatred 4 Sikhs💯 #Shubh pic.twitter.com/NsdXV6jiUM
Even cricketing superstar Virat Kohli was not immune to Shubh's charismatic appeal. In a public display of admiration, Kohli once tweeted, "Currently, my favorite artist is Shubh..." However, recent developments indicate that Kohli has distanced himself from the artist by unfollowing him on various social media platforms.
The Controversy Unfolds
The controversy surrounding Shubh began when he shared a map of India on his social media account, noticeably omitting the regions of Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab. This omission raised eyebrows and led to accusations of Shubh endorsing Khalistan, a sensitive and divisive issue in India. The controversy coincided with the active search for Khalistan supporter Amritpal Singh by Indian authorities. Shubh's caption on the post, which read, "Pray for Punjab," further fueled the allegations.
Adding to the turmoil, Shubh also posted an image related to the Indian Space Research Organization's (ISRO) moon mission. It is widely believed that Shubh was discussing the Chandrayaan-3 mission, possibly related to his upcoming show in Mumbai.
The Mumbai Event Featuring Shubh
❤️ #Shubh ! pic.twitter.com/rD3xn6YUn7
— Ramandeep Singh Mann (@ramanmann1974) September 17, 2023Shubh had a much-anticipated Mumbai performance scheduled from September 23rd to 25th as part of the Cross Control 4.0 event, organized by Cordelia Cruises. However, the controversy surrounding him had far-reaching consequences. In Mumbai, posters promoting his show were torn down in protest, illustrating the polarizing effect his actions and statements had generated.
The Boat Sponsorship Withdrawal
Indian brand #boat withdraws sponsorship of India Music tour of Canada based Punjabi Singer #Shubh for his support to Khalistani radicals and distorting India’s map. Shubh is on his India tour from 23rd September. pic.twitter.com/i1Qn7MaSOX
— Aditya Raj Kaul (@AdityaRajKaul) September 19, 2023Another significant development in this controversy was the withdrawal of sponsorship by the Indian company Boat, which had previously been associated with Shubh. The company's decision to sever ties with the artist reflects the extent to which the controversy has impacted his professional partnerships.
BookMyShow Cancels Shubhneet Singh's India Tour Amidst Controversy
Singer Shubhneet Singh’s Still Rollin Tour for India stands cancelled. To that end, BookMyShow has initiated a complete refund of the ticket amount for all consumers who had purchased tickets for the show. The refund will be reflected within 7-10 working days in the customer's…
— BookMyShow (@bookmyshow) September 20, 2023In a latest turn of events, BookMyShow, one of India's leading ticket booking platforms, has taken the decision to cancel the much-anticipated India tour of Punjabi-Canadian singer Shubhneet Singh. This move comes in response to mounting pressure on social media, where users called for a boycott of the ticket booking app, alleging that Shubhneet Singh is purportedly associated with Khalistani sympathizers. In an official announcement posted on X, previously known as Twitter, BookMyShow has assured ticket holders that they will receive a full refund within the next 7-10 days. Consequently, Shubhneet Singh's "Still Rollin Tour" in India has been officially called off.