Mika Singh denies alcohol allegation against Daler Mehndi

Uttarakhand Minister Subodh Uniyal interrupted singer Daler Mehndi’s performance at the Kunjapuri Fair on October 18, alleging that Mehndi was singing after consuming alcohol. Mika Singh has rejected the allegation, saying his brother does not drink and challenging anyone to prove otherwise. The reports do not independently establish whether Mehndi had consumed alcohol. The incident took place at the fair in Tehri district during Navratri celebrations. In footage circulating online, Uniyal is seen going onstage and telling Mehndi to stop. He criticized the performance and said it was inappropriate at an event associated with worship of the goddess Durga. Uniyal also questioned Mehndi’s singing. The singer did not respond publicly during the onstage exchange, according to reports. Mika, who is Mehndi’s brother and fellow singer, defended him in a video and message shared on Instagram on October 20. He said he had never seen Mehndi drink and said he would quit singing if anyone could prove that his brother consumed alcohol. Mika also urged media organizations to verify allegations and give artists a chance to respond before presenting claims as fact. Mika said Mehndi had been...