Sonu Nigam denies fake post amid Kriti Sanon controversy

Sonu Nigam has found himself unexpectedly caught up in the controversy surrounding actress Kriti Sanon after a social media post falsely attributed to the singer began circulating online.

Kriti Sanon has recently been at the centre of an online debate following her appearance in a Raksha Bandhan advertisement. The actress, who has been promoting the upcoming film Cocktail 2, appeared in the campaign wearing a contemporary outfit, prompting criticism from some sections of the Indian audience.

The backlash largely revolves around the perception that Raksha Bandhan is a deeply respected traditional festival and that advertisements associated with the occasion should reflect its cultural significance. Some social media users questioned the choice of styling and argued that the campaign did not appropriately represent the spirit of the festival.

As the debate continued to gain attention, Sonu Nigam’s name was unexpectedly pulled into the discussion. A post circulating on X appeared to show the singer commenting on the controversy. Several Indian media outlets reportedly picked up the claim and presented it as Nigam’s reaction to Kriti’s advertisement.

The post attributed to Nigam suggested that the issue was not about women’s clothing but about what it described as hypocrisy and attempts to influence people through traditions associated with Hindu festivals. Because of the singer’s high profile and his history of speaking publicly about social and cultural issues, the alleged statement quickly attracted attention online.

However, Nigam has now made it clear that he was not responsible for the post.

Taking to Instagram, the singer directly addressed the reports and clarified that the X account being associated with him does not belong to him. He strongly denied having made the statement and appeared frustrated that the claim had been reported as though it came directly from him.

“This is not me and this has never been me. TOI wake up! Media wake up,” Nigam wrote while sharing his clarification.

His statement effectively distanced him from the controversy and highlighted the dangers of attributing social media posts to public figures without verifying whether the account actually belongs to them. With celebrities frequently becoming the subject of impersonation and fake accounts, the incident has once again raised questions about how quickly unverified claims can spread across social media and news platforms.

For Kriti Sanon, however, the controversy continues. The actress has faced criticism from several social media users over the advertisement, with the debate extending beyond the campaign itself. The discussion has also attracted reactions from prominent Bollywood personalities.

Among the most notable critics is actress and politician Kangana Ranaut, who has previously been vocal about cultural and social issues. Her involvement has added further visibility to the debate surrounding Kriti’s advertisement.

While the backlash continues to generate discussion online, Sonu Nigam appears to have made his position clear: he did not write the controversial post being circulated in his name. His clarification also serves as a reminder that social media accounts and statements attributed to celebrities should be carefully verified before being treated as genuine.

For now, the debate surrounding Kriti’s Raksha Bandhan advertisement remains active, while Nigam has attempted to remove himself from a controversy he says he was never part of in the first place.