Rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh Seeks More Time After Missing Cyber Cell Summons

The complaint prompting the Maharashtra Cyber inquiry concerns remarks allegedly made at a concert in Delhi.
A viral clip reportedly showed Singh seemingly urging people to have sex in cars, drawing criticism from social media users.
Singh apologized in a social-media video, saying his intention was not to offend anyone. He said he had meant to promote protection after hearing concerns about sexually transmitted infections from a gynaecologist and sexologist, and had tried to communicate the message in language familiar to the young audience.
In a separate earlier controversy, the Delhi High Court ordered URLs for Singh’s song “Volume 1” removed from social-media and sharing platforms, describing it as obscene, vulgar and derogatory toward women.
Rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh missed a Maharashtra Cyber Cell summons on October 5, 2026, and has now asked for more time to appear for questioning Times of India. The investigation stems from a complaint about allegedly objectionable remarks Singh made at a concert in Delhi. He apologized on social media, saying his comments about protection were meant to address health concerns raised by a gynaecologist and sexologist.
A viral clip showed Singh seemingly urging people to have sex in cars, sparking backlash from social media users Hindustan Times. This case follows an earlier controversy where the Delhi High Court ordered his song "Volume 1" removed from platforms, calling it obscene and derogatory toward women Hindustan Times.
A video from Singh's concert circulated widely on social media showing him making remarks about sex in cars Mid-Day. The clip drew swift criticism from online users who found the comments offensive and inappropriate. Singh's remarks became the focal point of a formal complaint filed with Maharashtra authorities.
In a social media video, Singh apologized and explained that he meant no offense Hindustan Times. He said a gynaecologist and sexologist had shared concerns about sexually transmitted infections, and he tried to communicate a health message in language young audiences would understand. Singh claimed his words were misinterpreted as something crude rather than health-focused.
This is not Singh's first brush with legal action over his content. The Delhi High Court previously ordered his song "Volume 1" removed from social media and sharing platforms Hindustan Times. The court described the song as obscene, vulgar, and derogatory toward women. The ruling marked a significant setback for the artist in India's music industry.
Maharashtra Cyber Cell is waiting for Singh to appear before investigators to record his statement about the allegations Zee News. No further details about the inquiry have been disclosed by authorities. Singh's request for more time is under consideration as the case remains active.
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