Nora Fatehi’s New Song ‘Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke’ Faces Backlash Over Vulgar Lyrics; Armaan Malik Reacts: ‘A New Low’
The latest dance number from the upcoming Kannada film KD: The Devil has landed in a storm of controversy. The song, “Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke,” featuring Nora Fatehi and Sanjay Dutt, was released on March 15, 2026, and has been met with widespread criticism from netizens and celebrities alike for its lyrics, which many are calling “vulgar,” “cheap,” and “a new low” for commercial songwriting .
Armaan Malik Leads the Celebrity Backlash
Singer Armaan Malik was among the first celebrities to voice his disappointment. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), he reacted strongly after coming across the song on his timeline. “This showed up on my timeline and I had to replay it just to make sure I heard it right. Sad to see commercial songwriting hit a new low,” he posted, sharing a clip of the track .
His reaction didn’t stop there. In a follow-up post, Malik expressed his disbelief, stating, “I am genuinely at a loss of words. Wish I could unhear it” . His comments quickly went viral, resonating with thousands of users who shared his sentiment and amplifying the debate surrounding the song’s content.
Why is the Song Facing Backlash?
While Nora Fatehi’s energetic dance performance received a small measure of praise, the primary focus of the criticism is the song’s lyrical content and suggestive choreography . The track, sung by Mangli with lyrics by Raqeeb Alam and music by Arjun Janya, is set in a dance-bar atmosphere .
Social media users were quick to dissect the lyrics, pointing out the use of graphic double entendre. Some noted that the opening verses contain descriptions that are later revealed to be metaphors for alcohol, but the initial suggestive nature was enough to spark outrage .
The reaction on platforms like YouTube and X was overwhelmingly negative. Comments ranged from “Ashleelta (vulgarity) on the top” to “The lyrics are so cheap and vulgar” . Many users questioned the song’s impact, with one writing, “One of the most vulgar lyrics ever produced in India. What effect will this have on the youth? Many girls will make reels on this song. This will be played in public places” . Another user lamented the state of the industry, saying, “Sad to see how normalised cheap and vulgar lyrics have become in mainstream songs. Shock value isn’t creativity. Bollywood music once had poetry, emotion and depth — we deserve that standard again” .
Sanjay Dutt and Director Prem Also Under Scrutiny
The criticism wasn’t limited to the lyrics and the lead actress. The presence of veteran actor Sanjay Dutt in the item number also drew disappointment from fans, especially following his recent blockbuster Dhurandhar . One fan tweeted, “Didn’t expect this from Sanjay Dutt after Dhurandhar” .
Furthermore, the film’s director, Prem, faced the ire of netizens. Some went as far as to disown the project from the Kannada film industry, with one user commenting, “We, Kannada Cinema Industry, disown this showman, Prems. Please accept our apology” . Another comment drew a comparison, stating, “Prems proved that even Bhojpuri songs are classy than this” .
About the Film: KD: The Devil
“Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke” is the Hindi version of the song from the upcoming pan-India Kannada film KD: The Devil, which also has versions in Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam . Described as a period action entertainer set in the 1970s Bangalore underworld, the film is directed by Prem and produced by KVN Productions . It boasts a multi-starrer cast including Dhruva Sarja, Shilpa Shetty Kundra, and Reeshma Nanaiah, alongside Sanjay Dutt and Nora Fatehi, who is making her Sandalwood debut with this project . The movie is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on April 30, 2026 .
At the song’s launch event, Nora Fatehi had expressed her excitement about the project, calling it “an honour” to debut in the Kannada industry with what she described as “an epic movie” .
Trending Despite Controversy
Despite—or perhaps because of—the intense backlash, “Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke” has become a viral sensation, garnering millions of views online . As of now, the makers of KD: The Devil and Nora Fatehi have not officially responded to the criticism surrounding the song .