In a surprising turn of events at a recent college concert in Bhilai, Chhattisgarh, singer Aditya Narayan made headlines after a clip of him tossing a fan’s phone during his performance went viral on the internet. The occurrence happened at Rungta College, where the Bollywood singer was seen engaging in an altercation with an audience member.
The incident unfolded while Aditya Narayan, the son of renowned singer Udit Narayan, dazzled the crowd with ‘Aaj Ki Raat,’ a hit number from the popular Bollywood film ‘Don.’ A video making the rounds on social media captured Narayan striding to the edge of the stage, where he appeared to lash out at a fan using his microphone. Moments later, Narayan was seen snatching the fan’s mobile phone and throwing it away before swiftly resuming his act and distancing himself from the crowd.
The nature of the provocation that led to such a brusque act by Narayan remains uncertain. The incident ignited a flurry of reactions online, as people criticized him for his ‘poor’ and ‘rude behavior.’ This occurrence revived discussions about Narayan’s previous controversy in 2017 involving an airport altercation.
During an interview with media outlet Zoom regarding the incident, Narayan curtly responded, “Honestly, no comments. I am answerable to the Almighty. That’s all.” His terse statement leaves much to interpretation regarding his actions on that evening.
Back in 2017, Aditya Narayan was involved in another publicized confrontation, this time with airport staff in Raipur. A video that circulated widely depicted his outburst where he threatened and verbally abused an airline employee. The intense video highlighted Narayan saying, ‘Teri chaddi nahi utari na, to mera naam Aditya Narayan nahi.’
Reflecting on the airport incident, Narayan conveyed his sentiments in an exclusive conversation with indianexpress.com. “I remained silent thus far because I did not wish to exacerbate this situation. It was a dispute between two parties; I can’t deny my involvement. Unfortunately, the media spotlight shone solely on me, thanks to a 30-second clip,” he explained. Narayan expressed his troubles with how the footage was used selectively to criticize his actions.
He further clarified, “Many are quick to point out others’ flaws, and in this case, they succeeded in escalating the issue. However, rest assured, it was not as significant as portrayed. Once I apologized to the concerned parties—who reciprocated—this should have been put to rest. Disputes are commonplace; it was regrettable that the focus was put entirely on my role, to the detriment of my family and me.”
As the current incident bears similarity to the past, it draws attention to celebrity behavior under public scrutiny. Amidst these debates, Aditya Narayan’s fans and detractors alike await more insights into his actions that fateful night.
Despite the controversy, Narayan’s professional journey continues as he upholds his position in the Bollywood music industry, known for his vocal talent and on-stage charisma. Yet the question remains: Will the singer address the recent incident further, or will his response to the press remain the final word on the matter? The public watches with keen interest as his story unfolds.
