Sidhu Moosewala Archives - National Times

12 Jun

Legal Heat Intensifies Over BBC’s Sidhu Moosewala Documentary; Court Seeks Reply by June 16

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Mansa, Punjab (National Times): In a significant development in the legal tussle over the controversial BBC documentary on late Punjabi artist Sidhu Moosewala, the Mansa District Court has directed the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) to submit a written reply by June 16. The hearing took place earlier today following a petition by Moosewala’s father, Balkaur Singh, who is seeking an immediate halt to the circulation of the BBC-produced film titled "The Killing Call." The family alleges the documentary was released without prior consultation and may contain sensitive and misleading content. During the court proceedings, the BBC was represented by a…

11 Jun

BBC Releases Sidhu Moose Wala Documentary on YouTube Despite Legal Plea from Singer’s Father

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Chandigarh (National Times): In a controversial move, the BBC World Service released a two-part documentary titled “The Killing Call” on June 11, coinciding with the birth anniversary of slain Punjabi singer Sidhu Moose Wala, despite strong opposition from the singer’s family. The documentary, which investigates the life and assassination of Moose Wala, was published on YouTube even as his father, Balkaur Singh Sidhu, filed a legal petition in the Mansa district court seeking a stay on its screening. The matter is set to be heard on June 12, but by then, the content will have already gone public. Balkaur Singh,…

11 Jun

Emotional Tribute to Sidhu Moosewala on His Birth Anniversary — Three New Songs Released

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Mansa (National Times): On the birth anniversary of legendary Punjabi singer and rapper Shubhdeep Singh Sidhu, widely known as Sidhu Moosewala, fans were treated to a posthumous musical gift as three unreleased songs were dropped on his official YouTube channel. The songs — "0008", "Neal", and "Take Notes" — are part of an extended play titled “Moose Print”, adding to the growing body of work released after his untimely demise in May 2022. With these tracks, a total of 11 songs have been released posthumously, each keeping the legacy of the artist alive. https://youtu.be/EdxguQAXeoU The release came just five hours…

29 May

Sidhu Moosewala Remembered with Tears and Tributes in Mansa, Emotional Scenes at Bhog Ceremony Coming in

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Mansa (National Times): Three years after his death, the legacy of Shubhdeep Singh Moosewala, prominently known as Sidhu Moosewala, remains etched in the soul of Punjab. On his third death anniversary, a bhog ceremony was held in his hometown of Mansa, where hundreds came together to honor the late singer’s life and message. His mother, Charan Kaur, moved hearts as she attended the ceremony with her newborn grandchild. Overcome with grief, she broke into tears, reminding everyone that the pain of loss never truly fades. Yet in her arms was a symbol of hope, Junior Sidhu, the grandson born after…

28 May

Sidhu Moosewala’s Father Balkaur Singh To Contest 2027 Punjab Assembly Polls in Pursuit of Justice

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Mansa (National Times): In a significant political development, Balkaur Singh, father of the late Punjabi singer and politician Sidhu Moosewala, has announced that he will contest the upcoming 2027 Punjab Vidhan Sabha elections. The decision, he said, comes from a deep-seated desire to seek justice for his son and to bring about systemic change from within. Addressing the press ahead of Moosewala’s third death anniversary, Singh declared, “I will not stop until my son gets justice. To do that, I have decided to step into the political arena and enter the system myself.” Sidhu Moosewala, an influential voice in Punjab’s…

21 May

“My Pain Changed Me”: Sidhu Moosewala’s Father Balkaur Singh Pens Emotional Tribute Remembering His Son

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Mansa (National Times): Three years after the tragic death of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala, his father, Balkaur Singh Sidhu has released a heartfelt message that has once again touched millions across the globe. In a deeply emotional note, Balkaur Singh poured out his grief, reflecting on the pain, betrayal, and permanent changes that losing his only son has brought into his life. “I have changed a lot,” he wrote. “In these three years, I made the mistake of trusting people who were never truly ours. Each time someone’s real face was revealed, it shook me to the core.” In his…

09 Apr

Sidhu Moosewala’s Mother Condemns AI Manipulation of Singer’s Image

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Mansa (National Times): Charan Kaur, mother of the late Sidhu Moosewala, has strongly objected to the misuse of artificial intelligence in altering her son’s iconic image. Specifically, she has called out the digital removal of his turban in AI-generated visuals, calling the act a violation of religious and cultural values. Posting to Instagram, Kaur said, “My son stood for truth and wore his turban with pride. To tamper with that is not just an insult to him but to all of Punjab.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Charan Kaur (@charan_kaur5911) She further warned that anyone found…