Published 15:17 IST, August 14th 2019

After AICWA, Mika Singh banned by FWICE for Karachi performance terming it 'unpatriotic, ghastly'

After being banned by the AICWA, singer Mika Singh has been banned by the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) for performing in Karachi, Pakistan

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Three days after singer Mika Singh and his troupe performed at a wedding of a billionaires' daughter in Pakistan's 'Karachi', Federation of Western India Cine Employees have banned and boycotted singer. Releasing a statement on matter, FWICE has stated that y have 'zero tolerance' for such acts and have condemned it as 'anti-national', 'unpatriotic' and 'ghastly'. "Since cultural bridge between India and Pakistan is under siege, his performance sent shivers down spine of every Indian. Mike Singh's unbridled greed for money over nation, indicates a total n-application of mind and smacks of roughish, malafide and traumatic intentions", read an excerpt from statement. 

READ: Mika Singh Banned And Boycotted By AICWA From Indian Film Industry After Performing At Event In Pakistan

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MIKA SINGH'S PERFORMANCE AT KARACHI: 

As per media reports, Mika Singh and his troupe performed at wedding of a billionaire's daughter, who was close to former Pakistan President General Pervez Musharaff. Mika reportedly performed on August 8 at ceremony and his presence in city came to light when some guests uploaded videos of his performance on social media. Mika Singh reportedly charged USD 150,000 for his performance at wedding in Karachi. However, his performance raked up controversy after upset fans in India took to social media to express ir displeasure over his Karachi visit. 

READ: 'Mika Singh Sent A Car For Me, Gave Me Some New Clos And Food,' Says Savi Sidhu After Singer Offers Him A Part In His Production

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AICWA BANS SINGER

AICWA condemned singer for putting his profession above national pride after he performed in neighbouring country, amid tension between India and Pakistan. AICWA has also asked Ministry for Information and Broadcasting to intervene in matter and act legally against singer."AICWA workers will ensure that one in INDIA works with Mika Singh and if anyone does, y will face legal consequences in court of law," statement read. 

 WATCH: Mika Singh Performs At Kapil Sharma's Wedding Reception, Ranveer Singh And Deepika Padukone Groove To Party Numbers

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PRIOR CONTROVERSIES: 

'Aankh Marey' singer was picked up by Dubai police a few months back from Bur Dubai at 3:00 AM after a 17-year-old Brazilian model accused him of sexual misconduct.

 

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14:38 IST, August 14th 2019