Uttarakhand State Minister Subodh Uniyal has explained a viral video showing him confronting singer Daler Mehndi during an event. Uniyal said he objected to the singer’s performance because Mehndi was not, in his view, doing justice to his art.
The minister said Mehndi appeared disoriented on stage and struggled to remain standing. He also alleged that the singer was lip-syncing to his songs rather than performing them live.
The remarks were made in response to the video, which had circulated online and showed Uniyal losing his cool at the singer. The available report does not identify the event’s venue or provide a response from Mehndi.
What Subodh Uniyal said
Explaining his reaction, Uniyal said, “He is a big artist.” He added that a well-known performer should deliver the standard expected from their work.
According to the minister, Mehndi had been offered Rs 35 lakh to attend and perform at the event. Uniyal said he expressed his resentment after observing what he described as lip-syncing and an inability to maintain his balance on stage.
“I told him that he is a big artist and he should do justice to his art,” Uniyal said. His comments present his criticism as a reaction to the quality and nature of the performance, rather than a dispute over Mehndi’s identity or status as an entertainer.
What remains unverified
The minister’s account establishes why he says he confronted Mehndi, but it does not independently verify the singer’s condition or whether he was lip-syncing. No statement from Mehndi, the event organisers or the audience has been provided in the available material.
The amount mentioned by Uniyal is also his account of the performance arrangement. a contract, payment record or clarification from the organisers confirming the Rs 35 lakh figure is not yet available.
The incident has drawn attention because it involves a public disagreement between a state minister and a prominent singer. However, the viral footage and the minister’s explanation do not by themselves establish whether Mehndi was unable to perform, chose to lip-sync or had another reason for appearing unsteady.
Conclusion
Subodh Uniyal says he confronted Daler Mehndi after believing the singer was not performing live or meeting expectations despite an offered fee of Rs 35 lakh. Mehndi’s response and independent confirmation of the minister’s claims are not available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Who commented on the viral video?
Uttarakhand State Minister Subodh Uniyal commented on the video.
Q. Which singer was involved?
The singer identified in the report is Daler Mehndi.
Q. What did Uniyal allege about the performance?
He alleged that Mehndi appeared disoriented, struggled to stand and was lip-syncing to his songs.
Q. How much was Mehndi reportedly offered to perform?
Uniyal said Mehndi had been offered Rs 35 lakh to come and perform.
Q. Why did Uniyal say he expressed resentment?
He said he was upset because he believed Mehndi was not doing justice to his art and was not singing live.
Q. Is there a response from Daler Mehndi in the available material?
No response from Daler Mehndi is included in the available material.
