Veteran playback singer Shreya Ghoshal has addressed the online reaction to her recent comments about Chikni Chameli, the hugely popular song from the 2012 film Agneepath. While she stressed that she is “not embarrassed” about having sung the track, she also made it clear that she wouldn’t choose to record similar songs today, a stance that has sparked debate among fans.
In a conversation on entrepreneur and podcaster Raj Shamani’s show, Shreya explained that her outlook on song choices has evolved over time. The singer said that after Chikni Chameli became a hit, she was offered a number of tracks with lyrics she felt were overtly objectifying. She revealed that, on one occasion, a composer friend suggested lines such as “make me into chicken and eat me” or “hold me like this,” which made her uncomfortable enough to turn them down.
Reflecting on her experience with Chikni Chameli itself, Shreya said the version that made it into the film was more subtle than earlier drafts, but she admits she didn’t fully grasp the meaning of some lines at the time. Despite that, she said, “Yes, I did perform it. I like that song. I think it’s good. But I won’t record songs like that anymore.” She emphasised that she isn’t ashamed, the song is part of her body of work and something she continues to “own.”
Shreya’s comments have ignited discussion online because she reportedly still performs Chikni Chameli at concerts, including in front of young audiences. Addressing that, she acknowledged that hearing little girls dance to its lyrics can feel awkward, but maintained that the song itself has artistic value and remains one she is connected to.
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