Delhi HC Orders Take Down Of Honey Singh, Badshah’s Song Volume 1; Calls It, “Ex Facie Misogynistic, Dehumanising And Calculated”

The controversy surrounding the early 2000s track Volume 1, linked to rappers Yo Yo Honey Singh and Badshah, has now reached the Delhi High Court, triggering strong judicial intervention. The song, which dates back to around 2006–07 and circulated under the banner of the group ‘Mafia Mundeer,’ has continued to surface on platforms like YouTube over the years, attracting millions of views.

However, what once existed as a niche track has now come under intense legal scrutiny for its explicit and derogatory content, especially in light of evolving societal standards around gender sensitivity and public decency.

Delhi HC Orders Take Down Of Honey Singh, Badshah’s Song Volume 1

On Thursday, the Delhi High Court took a firm stand and directed the immediate removal of the controversial song from all online platforms. The court did not mince words while assessing the nature of the lyrics and the broader implications of allowing such content to remain accessible.

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Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav observed that the lyrics were “not merely distasteful or offensive” but “ex facie misogynistic, dehumanising and calculated to normalise the treatment of women as objects of ridicule and sexual gratification.”

Notice Issued To Honey Singh, Badshah Over ‘Obscene’ Song

The court also underlined the seriousness of the issue and stated that it could not even record the song’s title in its order due to its explicit nature. Directing authorities to ensure its removal, the bench made it clear that such content has no place in the public domain. “There comes a time, however rare it may be, when the conscience of a Court is shocked to its absolute core. This is, unfortunately, one such instance,” the court remarked while issuing notices to both Honey Singh and Badshah.

The order came in response to a petition filed by the Hindu Shakti Dal through advocates Rupali Panwar, Shubham Gupta and Avinash Kumar Singh. The plea argued that despite being over a decade old, the song continues to circulate widely online, reaching a large and diverse audience. The petitioner also pointed out that Honey Singh allegedly performed portions of the song during a recent concert at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, raising fresh concerns about its continued public presence.

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Delhi HC Orders Taking Down Of The Song

Importantly, the court rejected any defence based on artistic freedom. It stated that such content cannot be justified under the guise of free speech, especially when it remains accessible to all age groups, including minors. The bench added that allowing its circulation “cannot be countenanced” and reflects a disregard for the basic standards of civility and decency expected in a constitutional society.

The petition clarified that it does not aim to curb legitimate artistic expression. Instead, it seeks action against content that “transgresses constitutional limits of decency, dignity and legality.”

Following these observations, the court ordered the immediate takedown of all audio and video versions of the song across social media and digital platforms. The matter will next come up for hearing on April 7, as the case continues to unfold.

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