India bans "Sarke Chunariya" over objectification concerns; ban applies to all public use.

The Indian government has banned the song "Sarke Chunariya" from the film "KD: The Devil," citing concerns over its lyrics and visuals, which were criticized for objectifying women and promoting indecent content. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw confirmed the ban in the Lok Sabha on March 18, 2026, stating that freedom of speech is subject to constitutional limits under Article 19(2), including public decency, morality, and protection of vulnerable groups. The decision follows backlash from women's commissions, public figures, and legal advocates and applies to all public dissemination of the track. The film is set for theatrical release on April 30, 2026.