“God Behind, Alcohol In Front,” Udit Narayan Faces Backlash Over Viral Birthday Video Amid Allegations by First Wife Ranjana – Woman’s era Magazine
Veteran Bollywood singer Udit Narayan has found himself at the center of controversy once again. The singer is facing backlash over a viral birthday celebration video, even as serious allegations made by his first wife, Ranjana, continue to draw attention. The viral video, shared on social media, shows Udit Narayan celebrating with several prominent musicians. However, the visuals have triggered criticism from some users online.
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Viral Birthday Celebration Video Sparks Online Criticism
The video was shared by Jay Bhattacharya, son of popular singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya, on Instagram during his father’s birthday celebration. The clip shows Abhijeet Bhattacharya, Udit Narayan, music composer Rajesh Roshan, and musician Jatin Pandit enjoying the occasion together. In the video, the group can be seen singing the iconic song Pehla Nasha, originally from the film Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar. While Abhijeet stands and sings, Udit Narayan and Jatin Pandit are seated, dancing along and enjoying the moment.
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However, what drew attention was the presence of drinks on a nearby table, with a picture of Lord Ganesha visible on the wall behind them. The video quickly went viral, but many social media users criticized the setting, particularly the presence of alcohol in front of a religious image. A user commented, “God behind, alcohol in front, wow. Singing is in its place.” Another said, “There’s a photo of Lord Ganesha behind. You could have covered it.” One even said, “Ganpati Bappa is watching everything.”
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These reactions sparked debate online, with some defending the celebration as a personal gathering, while others questioned the sensitivity shown toward religious sentiments. Amid the viral video controversy, Udit Narayan’s personal life has also returned to the spotlight due to serious allegations made by his first wife, Ranjana. According to reports, Ranjana accused Udit Narayan, his second wife Deepa Narayan, and other family members of having her uterus removed without her consent.
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She also reportedly filed a police complaint seeking justice and raising concerns over the alleged medical procedure. These allegations have been widely discussed in the media, though Udit Narayan has not publicly addressed the claims in detail. Despite the controversies, Udit Narayan remains one of Bollywood’s most celebrated playback singers. He has delivered numerous iconic songs over the decades and has worked with some of the biggest composers and filmmakers in the industry.
