Comedian Kunal Kamra, known for his sharp political satire, has once again found himself at the center of controversy. His latest parody video, featuring a modified version of the iconic Bollywood song Hawa Hawai from the film Mr. India, has been taken down from YouTube due to a copyright infringement claim by T-Series.
T-Series Strikes: A Case of Copyright or Censorship?
Kamra’s video, which criticized Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, used a satirical rendition of Hawa Hawai, originally performed by the legendary Sridevi. Since the song rights belong to T-Series, the music giant swiftly acted against the unauthorized usage, leading to its removal from YouTube. While copyright laws clearly back this move, Kamra’s supporters are crying foul, alleging targeted censorship of political satire.
Ironically, Kamra, who has been vocal about freedom of speech, now faces the reality of copyright restrictions—a legal yet controversial aspect of digital content.
Mumbai Police Tightens the Noose 🚔
As if the copyright row wasn’t enough, the Mumbai Police has now issued a second notice to Kamra over his alleged derogatory remarks against Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Though details remain unclear, sources suggest that his comments in a recent stand-up performance or social media post triggered the legal action.
Given Kamra’s history of political clashes, this latest episode is hardly surprising. Whether it’s facing legal notices, social media bans, or now, music industry takedowns, controversy and Kamra seem to go hand in hand.
What’s Next for Kamra?
With a legal battle looming and a growing list of critics, Kamra’s brand of comedy is now under the scanner like never before. While some hail him as a fearless satirist, others argue that he is crossing lines under the guise of humor.
As Kamra remains defiant, one thing is clear—this is far from the last controversy he’ll be embroiled in.