Actor and performer Nora Fatehi has addressed the controversy surrounding the track Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke, stating that she was not involved in the Hindi version that sparked backlash online.

In a video statement, Nora explained that she had originally filmed the song several years ago in Kannada and had agreed to be part of it as it featured in a major project alongside Sanjay Dutt.

No approval for Hindi version

She clarified that while shooting the original version, she relied on translations provided to her and did not find anything objectionable at the time. However, she stressed that the later Hindi adaptation, including its lyrics and dubbing, was done without her knowledge or consent.

Concerns raised at launch

Nora also revealed that she first noticed issues during the song’s launch event, where she was unhappy with the visuals used in the lyrical video. She pointed out the use of unflattering images and AI-generated content featuring her and Sanjay Dutt, which she found inappropriate.

Despite her discomfort, she chose to remain composed publicly but later conveyed her objections to the filmmakers.

‘I stepped away from the project’

According to Nora, she had already distanced herself from promoting the song after expressing concerns to the director. She said she anticipated backlash once the Hindi version was released and did not want her reputation to be affected.

Calls for accountability

Reflecting on the situation, she highlighted the limited control artists often have over how their work is used, particularly across different film industries. She added that public criticism played a role in getting the controversial version taken down.

Urging greater responsibility, Nora said creators should be held accountable for such decisions and asked audiences not to continue sharing the song, as it only amplifies its reach.

She also reiterated that she did not endorse the Hindi version and had no involvement in its final form.