Honey Singh and Karan Aujla Summoned Over Misogynistic Lyrics, Here’s What Went Down

Two of Punjabi music’s biggest names, Honey Singh and Karan Aujla are facing serious heat. The Punjab State Women’s Commission has officially summoned them over their songs Millionaire and MF Gabhru, which have been accused of promoting misogyny and objectifying women.

The complaint? The lyrics glorify a kind of hyper-masculinity that reduces women to status symbols and fuels toxic gender norms. Activists argue these songs aren’t just “harmless fun” but they reinforce damaging ideas that spill into real-life behaviour.

Not Everyone’s Dancing Along

While both artists enjoy cult-like followings, not everyone is cheering. Critics, fans, and gender rights advocates have taken to social media to call them out. Many say the line between art and responsibility is getting blurry, and it’s time musicians rethink what they put into the world, especially when millions are listening.

A Wake-Up Call From the Women’s Commission

The Women’s Commission, led by Manisha Gulati, isn’t letting this slide. They’ve asked Honey Singh and Karan Aujla to appear in person and explain themselves. The message is direct: if you're shaping pop culture, you're also shaping mindsets. And that comes with responsibility.

For Honey Singh, It’s a Familiar Scenario

This isn’t Honey Singh’s first controversy around lyrics. He’s been pulled up before for vulgar content. Back then, the outrage eventually faded. This time, with more eyes watching and public conversation shifting, things might play out differently.

So What Happens Now?

The Commission has given them a date to respond. If they don’t show up, things could escalate legally. Whether they choose to apologise, defend their lyrics, or make changes because that’s the next chapter.

But here's the bigger picture: audiences are done staying silent. And stars are being reminded that lyrics have power, and people are paying attention.