Published 22:51 IST, August 13th 2019

Mika Singh banned and boycotted by AICWA from Indian film industry after performing at event in Pakistan

Two days after singer Mika Singh and his troupe performed at a wedding of a billionaire's daughter in Pakistan's Karachi, All India Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has on Tuesday banned and boycotted the singer from Indian Film Industry.

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Two days after singer Mika Singh and his troupe performed at a wedding of a billionaire's daughter in Pakistan's Karachi, All India Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has on Tuesday banned and boycotted singer from Indian Film Industry.

Releasing a statement on  matter, AICWA stated that it takes a tough stand of immediately boycotting all associations of Mika Singh with movie production houses, music companies and online music content providers. statement released by AICWA President Suresh Shyamlal Gupta also states that association will ensure that any Indian artist does t work with Mika Singh henceforth.

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"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. 

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In statement, AICWA also 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.

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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.

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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. 

One of Twitter users wrote, "Shame on you traitor." "Mika Singh Paaji we Indians gave you so much love... And in a situation like that when Pak banned all trade ties with us, sending terrorists across border, our tensions are very high right w. Why did you go to Pakistan for a show? Few bucks are bigger than India? " ar user tweeted.

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(With PTI inputs)

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22:18 IST, August 13th 2019