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Published 13:46 IST, September 18th 2019

Post Diljit Dosanjh, FWICE warns Udit Narayan, Alka Yagnik, Kumar Sanu

After Diljt Dosanjh, FWICE has issued notices to three singers namely Kumar Sanu, Alka Yagnik, and Udit Narayan to cancel an event promoted by a Pak national

Reported by: Radhika Sarkar
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After Diljt Dosanjh, the Federation of Western Cine Employees (FWICE) has issued notices to three other singers namely Kumar Sanu, Alka Yagnik and Udit Narayan asking them to cancel an event as it is prompted by a Pakistani national named Moazzma Hunain. In a letter addressed to all three singer, FWICE wrote, ''Having learnt that you along with your contemporaries are scheduled to perform in the USA on November 17th, 2019 that is organised by a Pakistani National Moazzma Hunain,, We at FWICE are requesting your reversal step that would delink your participation from the said event"

READ: Diljit Dosanjh Asked To Cancel U.S Show By FWICE. Read Here

FWICE ISSUES NOTICE: 

Diljit Dosanjh's controversy: 

Bollywood singer Diljit Dosanjh has been asked by the Federation of Western Cine Employees (FWICE) to cancel his show at the United States on September 21 keeping in mind the 'sentiments and the dignity of the nation', as the event is being promoted by Rehan Siddiqi, who is of Pakistani origin.

READ: FWICE's List Of Banned Artists Before The Diljit Dosanjh Controversy

In a letter dated 6th September and addressed to Diljit Dosanjh, the FWICE have clearly stated that through the document they want to draw attention to the 'unbridled race of Artists/Singers/Dancers and Performers' as they have been informed about the invitation of Rehan Siddiqi to him (Dosanjh) for a stage performance as a singer in America

READ: Diljit Dosanjh Asked To Cancel U.S Show By FWICE. Read Here

Diljit responds: 

Bollywood singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh responded to FWICE's letter stating that he was not aware of any such 'intimidation' by the federation before today and that his contract is with Shri. Balaji Entertainment only and not with Mr. Rehan Siddiqi as mentioned by the film body. 

He went on to add that given the circumstances right now, he would be postponing his US tour and concluded stating, "I love my country and will always stand for the greater interest of the nation, India. Always"

READ: Diljit Dosanjh Defers US Gig After FWICE Letter, Refutes Pak Link

Prior controversy: 

Midway last month, news surfaced that Mika Singh had performed in Karachi with his troupe to perform at the wedding ceremony of the influential billionaire's daughter who is said to be close to Musharraf. The singer reportedly performed on August 8 at the ceremony and his presence in the city came to light when some guests uploaded videos of his performance on social media.This did not sit well with netizens and fans who revolted over the idea and called him a 'traitor' on social media. 

After the social media uproar, FWICE and AICWA banned the artist. The former even went ahead to say that any artist who works with Mika Singh will be banned henceforth. This was said in reference to the six-day gig that Mika Singh was all set to embark on along with Salman Khan. He was all set to join the group from the Houston leg of the tour. 

Updated 13:59 IST, September 18th 2019

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