-1749464605461.webp)
Rapper Badshah recently ignited a social media firestorm with inappropriate comments about international pop star Dua Lipa. The controversy began on June 6, when the Morni star posted ‘Dua Lipa’ with a red heart emoji on X (formerly Twitter), sending fans into a frenzy about a possible collaboration between the two artists. When one such user inquired about the same, Badshah's response crossed clear boundaries of professional respect. The 'DJ Waaley Babu' singer replied, "I'd rather make babies with her bro," a comment that naturally went viral for all the wrong reasons.
Dua lipa ❤️
— BADSHAH (@Its_Badshah) June 5, 2025
Id rather make babies with her bro
— BADSHAH (@Its_Badshah) June 5, 2025
Badshah, amidst the backlash, only made the situation worse when he doubled down with a subpar defence, eventually revealing a troubling misunderstanding of respect, power dynamics, and the impact of public misogyny. His response to the widespread criticism exposes exactly why his original statement was problematic in the first place.
Badshah's Misguided Defence Reveals Deeper Problems
The ‘make babies’ statement represents more than just poor judgment or an attempt at humour. It reduces an accomplished international artist to her reproductive capacity, transforming what could have been a conversation about musical collaboration into a sexual fantasy shared publicly with millions of followers.
Rather than acknowledging, Badshah defended his words with a statement that demonstrates a fundamental misunderstanding of why his remarks were offensive. He attempted to reframe his comment as romantic appreciation, posting, "I think one of the most beautiful compliments that you could give to a woman that you really admire is to wish for her to mother your children. Meri soch nahi tumhari soch saamne aayi hai (Not mine but your mindset has been exposed)."
I think one of the most beautiful compliments that you could give to a woman that you really admire is to wish for her to mother your children. Meri soch nahi tumhari soch saamne aayi hai.
— BADSHAH (@Its_Badshah) June 7, 2025
This defence is particularly troubling because it suggests Badshah genuinely believes reducing a woman to her reproductive value constitutes a ‘beautiful compliment.’ His attempt to deflect criticism by claiming others have dirty minds completely misses the elemental issue with his original statement.
Why This Isn't Just Harmless Fun
To understand why Badshah's comments and subsequent defence are dirty, we need to examine the broader context of how male celebrities publicly discuss female artists. This incident doesn't exist in isolation but represents part of a larger pattern where successful women in entertainment are routinely sexualised and reduced to objects of male desire rather than respected as professional equals.
When male public figures make such statements, they carry additional weight due to their platform and influence. Badshah's millions of followers received the message that it's acceptable to publicly sexualise female artists, regardless of their professional accomplishments or personal boundaries.
View this post on Instagram
The Pattern of Male Celebrity Entitlement
Badshah's comments fit into a disturbing pattern where male celebrities feel entitled to publicly sexualise female artists. This behaviour reinforces harmful social dynamics where her professional achievements become secondary to their perceived sexual availability or reproductive potential.
The entertainment industry has a long history of male figures using their spaces to make improper comments about female colleagues. These statements contribute to an environment where women artists must navigate not only professional challenges but also public sexual objectification from their male counterparts.
Honey Singh's Response Adds Fuel to the Fire
The controversy took another turn when Badshah’s longtime rival Honey Singh jumped in with a sarcastic “Genius” comment on a meme page about the incident. Fans quickly saw it as a dig at Badshah’s poor judgment. But the irony was hard to miss. Honey Singh himself is known for songs that have objectified women for years. For him to take a moral stand now felt more like he was using the moment to take a shot at Badshah, rather than caring about the issue.
View this post on Instagram
Why Intent Doesn't Override Impact
Badshah's defence hinges on the argument that his intentions were pure and romantic rather than crude or disrespectful. However, this focus on intent completely ignores the actual impact of his words. When public figures make such statements, the effect extends far beyond their intentions.
The repercussions include normalising the objectification of female artists, sending messages to fans about acceptable behaviour, and contributing to an environment where women in entertainment and other professional fields face additional scrutiny and sexualisation simply for existing in public spaces.
Rather than remaining firm on his inappropriate comments, Badshah had an opportunity to model accountability and growth. A genuine apology acknowledging why his comments were nasty could have transformed this controversy into a teachable moment about respect and professional boundaries.
Instead, his defensive response suggests he remains intrinsically unaware of why his original statement was classless. And, this lack of understanding is particularly dangerous given that he has so many people looking up to him. Badshah, we really expected better from you.
Keep reading Herzindagi for more such stories.
Take charge of your wellness journey—download the HerZindagi app for daily updates on fitness, beauty, and a healthy lifestyle!
Comments
All Comments (0)
Join the conversation