Sarke Chunar Teri Song Controversy: Sanjay Dutt Apologises, Vows To Educate 50 Tribal Kids After NCW Hearing

The National Commission for Women questioned Sanjay Dutt on April 27 over allegations of obscenity in the song “Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke”. The track, released on YouTube and later removed after NCW intervention, has prompted wider debate on how women are shown in popular entertainment.

Complaints submitted to the NCW claimed the song’s lyrics and visuals were sexually explicit and offensive. After taking cognisance, the Commission sent a notice to Sanjay Dutt seeking an explanation for involvement in the video, which also features Nora Fatehi, and asked whether the content breached standards on women’s dignity.

Sanjay Dutt NCW hearing over 'Sarke Chunar Teri’

After the hearing, advocate Hemant Shah briefed reporters about Sanjay Dutt’s stand on the controversy. Shah said, “Sanjay Dutt was not aware of what the lyrics of the song Sarke Chunarr Teri meant as it was recorded in another language that he does not understand. He has apologised and offered to support the education of 50 tribal children.”

The NCW has earlier indicated that the lyrics go beyond acceptable boundaries and harm respect for women. The panel has also dismissed claims that those involved did not know the meaning of the words. Officials are now examining whether the video and song violate rules related to representation of women, but have not released findings.

Online reaction to Sanjay Dutt NCW hearing

The case has stirred sharp arguments online, with critics pointing to the song as an example of objectification of women in mainstream music. Others have defended it as a matter of artistic choice. The discussion has highlighted ongoing concern about how lyrics and visuals can normalise stereotypes.

Visuals from April 27 showed Sanjay Dutt leaving the NCW office in Delhi, surrounded by cameras and reporters. Sanjay Dutt did not answer questions and departed quickly. Nora Fatehi has also been summoned, with the Commission giving a final chance for personal appearance after earlier representation by a lawyer on April 6. The NCW has not yet issued a formal statement on the hearing’s outcome.