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Youtube removes Sidhu Moosewala’s anti-national song
Controversy sells and artists have been known to use it to boost their sales.
This is nothing new.
Which brings us to the newest by the slain rapper Siddhu Moosewala.
Sidhu has used highly political imagery, Khalistan militancy and provocative lyrics to create a song SYL.
What is SYL about?
The song’s title, SYL, stands for the Sutlej-Yamuna Link (SYL) canal.
SYL is at the heart of a 40-year-old water dispute between Punjab and Haryana.
The music video mentions the 1984 anti-Sikh riots and also shows the Sikh flag being hoisted at the Red Fort during the farmers’ agitation.
The song also mentions Babbar Khalsa militant Balwinder Jattana who had shot dead two government officials in Chandigarh in 1990, bringing the SYL work to a halt.
He was later killed in a police encounter in 1991.
Tat’s not all.
The video has visuals of Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale, two convicts in former CM Beant Singh assassination case – Balwant Singh Rajoana and Jagtar Singh Hawara.
Pictures of Sikh militants Davinder Pal Bhullar, Gurdeep Singh Khaira, Lakhwinder Singh and Jagtar Singh Tara are also featured in the video.
No wonder, the YouTube video got 29 million views in three days.
It also received 3.3 million likes and reached spot number 81 on the Billboard Canadian Hot 100 list.
Why Youtube removed the song
The only reason cited by YouTube is the legal complaint from the government.
The song is available in other countries on YouTube.
Funnily enough, it is also available on audio streaming platforms such as Spotify, Gaana, and JioSaavn.
A Youtube representative said: “We have clear policies for removal requests from governments around the world.”
“We review government removal requests when notified through the correct legal processes, and also review content for violations of our Community Guidelines.”
“And, where appropriate, we restrict or remove content in keeping with local laws and our Terms of Service after a thorough review.”
“All of these requests are tracked and included in our Transparency Report.”
YouTube uses various mechanisms for removing videos from its platform including community reporting as well as requests from government bodies, law enforcement agencies, court orders, etc.
Some grounds for removal of content include infringement of intellectual property rights and violation of local laws prohibiting types of content on grounds such as defamation.
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Bollywood’s Most Successful Khan: Irrfan Khan’s Stellar Legacy
Bollywood’s most successful Khan isn’t Shah Rukh, Salman, or Aamir but the late Irrfan Khan. This surprising revelation emerges when we consider global box office collections. While the three Khans have dominated Hindi cinema, Irrfan’s Hollywood career elevates his earnings beyond theirs.
Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Aamir Khan are undeniably Hindi cinema’s top box office draws. Collectively, their films have grossed ₹22,000 crore worldwide. Shah Rukh leads with ₹9000 crore, followed by Salman with ₹7000 crore, and Aamir with ₹6500 crore. However, Irrfan Khan’s films have earned over ₹24,500 crore globally, largely due to his significant Hollywood contributions.
Irrfan’s Indian films, including hits like Paan Singh Tomar and Life in a Metro, grossed just over ₹2000 crore. Yet, his Hollywood roles in blockbusters like Jurassic World and Life of Pi added over $2.5 billion (₹22,500 crore) to his career tally. These figures place him ahead of his Bollywood contemporaries, despite his supporting roles in many international projects.
The argument may arise that Irrfan didn’t always play lead roles in these Hollywood hits, unlike Shah Rukh, Salman, or Aamir, who headlined most of their films. However, Irrfan’s Hollywood journey—marked by his ability to shine alongside global stars like Chris Pratt, Andrew Garfield, and Tom Hanks—underscores his unmatched versatility.
From critically acclaimed performances in Hindi films like Maqbool to his breakthrough in Slumdog Millionaire, Irrfan’s journey showcases his global appeal. His memorable roles in films like Inferno and Puzzle further cement his legacy. Diagnosed with cancer in 2018, Irrfan passed away in 2020, leaving behind an extraordinary body of work.
Though unconventional, Irrfan Khan’s career trajectory and global success redefine what it means to be Bollywood’s most successful Khan. His legacy as a cinematic icon continues to inspire audiences worldwide.
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Suniel Shetty Celebrates 42nd Anniversary with Wife Mana Shetty
Suniel Shetty celebrates 42nd anniversary with wife Mana Shetty, marking a beautiful milestone in their enduring love story. The couple, married on December 25, 1991, has been together for over four decades, inspiring fans with their unwavering bond.
To commemorate the occasion, Suniel shared two heartfelt pictures on Instagram, setting major relationship goals. The first photo shows the couple walking hand-in-hand through a lush garden, symbolizing years of togetherness. The second picture captures them climbing stairs hand in hand, exuding love and partnership. Suniel captioned the post, “Happy 42nd anniversary to us wifey.” Fans poured in love-filled wishes, and their daughter, Athiya Shetty, dropped a heart emoji in the comments.
Athiya also celebrated the day by sharing a monochrome engagement photo of her parents. The image captures Mana placing a ring on Suniel’s finger, both adorned with garlands. Athiya captioned it, “My definition of love. Happy Anniversary!”
Suniel Shetty revealed in a past interview that his mother initially opposed his relationship with Mana. However, his dedication to Mana was unwavering. He made it clear to his mother that marrying anyone else would not only ruin his life but also that of another woman. Their love triumphed, and the couple tied the knot after nine years of courtship.
The couple shares two children, Athiya, born in 1992, and Ahan, born in 1995. Over the years, Suniel Shetty and Mana Shetty have continued to inspire as a power couple. On their 42nd anniversary, their love story reminds us of the strength and beauty of lifelong commitment.
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