Udit Narayan defends viral kiss incident: Is this really an innocent affection or a PR stunt
Legendary singer Udit Narayan grabbed eyeballs and came into the limelight at the success party of The Roshans' documentary series. The party took a surprising turn and the atmosphere turned a little unexpected when the paparazzi kept poking fun at him about the viral video that showed him kissing female fans during a live concert.
As he walked in, a photographer jokingly said, “Sir, ek kiss ho jaye.” The singer laughed and moved on without responding, but the moment quickly spread across social media.
Viral Video: The Debate Begins
Things started when a video began surfacing on the Internet, showing Udit Narayan kissing female fans on stage while he was singing Tip Tip Barsa Paani. Many defended him on the grounds that it was an act of innocent affection, while many criticized him for being inappropriate.
The whole video shoot was suspected to be staged and immediately released onto social media to taint the singer's image.
Udit Narayan's Reaction
Udit Narayan, commenting on the whole controversy, said he wasn't concerned because it was an old video couple of months old-from an international concert. He questioned why it had been released just now, insinuating that someone was behind it deliberately. He said in an interview, "There is something suspicious about this. Why now?"
In his own words, he continued to say, I am not ashamed or apologetic. My bond with fans is pure. If people see it differently, I feel sorry for them.
Netizens' Take
Opinions around the internet were mixed. Some users found the paparazzi's joke funny, while others questioned the singer's actions. Comments ranged from good-natured jokes to serious discussions about the behavior of celebrities. Some users pointed out that there have been others who went through similar allegations and much graver consequences; they questioned the fairness of the reaction.
History Rewinds
After the uproar ensued, older clips from ages past showed Udit Narayan with fellow singers Alka Yagnik and Shreya Ghoshal. Clips showed him kissing Alka Yagnik on stage, leaving her visibly uncomfortable. This sprouted even more flames of debate, with some saying that he has been questionable for a long time.
Real Problem
While Udit Narayan has been defending himself, the matter raises larger concerns about evolving standards for interactions between celebrities and the public. The entertainment business often finds itself at the center of dealing with issues of personal space, and this incident accounts for yet another chapter in that already lengthy book.
Udit Narayan's clarity remains, but if this incident would fade soon or leave behind a more exhaustive discourse.