Published 11:26 IST, August 16th 2019
Mika Singh posts video of his return from Pakistan chanting 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai', hails security forces
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
Mika Singh who visited Pakistan to perform at Pervez Musharraf's close relative's wedding amid strained relationships between the two countries was not received well by many in India.
The singer has been banned by by film association FWICE (Federation of Western India Cine Employees) and AICWA (All India Cine Workers Association) but looks like Mika Singh is unruffled by the trolling he's been receiving on social media.
Wishing the country on its 73rd Independence Day, Mika Singh posted a video of his return from Pakistan chanting 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' and crossing the Attari Border. Watch the video -
MIKA SINGH'S PERFORMANCE IN PAKISTAN
Singer Mika Singh and his troupe at the wedding of a billionaire's daughter, apparently close to former Pakistan President General Pervez Musharaff, here has caused a furore, amid strained ties between the two countries.
India revoked Article 370 of the Constitution and decided to bifurcate the State of Jammu and Kashmir into two Union Territories, a move which drew a sharp reaction from Pakistan.They downgraded its diplomatic ties and snapped trade relations with India, besides suspending the Samjhauta Express services between the two countries.
According to a report in Daily Jang newspaper, Mika, 42, arrived 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. Mika 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.
Mika apparently charged USD 150,000 for his performance.
Updated 11:35 IST, August 16th 2019