Gurdas Maan Backs Daler Mehndi Amid Uttarakhand Event Row

Punjabi singer Gurdas Maan has come out in support of Daler Mehndi after a controversy surrounding his performance at an event in Uttarakhand. Gurdas Maan emphasized that artists are human too and deserve understanding, even when dealing with health issues or personal challenges.

Gurdas Maan explained that artists make every effort to honor their professional commitments despite difficult circumstances. He urged people to approach the matter with empathy and give the benefit of the doubt.

The controversy surrounding Daler Mehndi erupted after his performance at the Siddhpeeth Maa Kunjapuri Tourism and Development Fair in Uttarakhand’s Tehri Garhwal on October 18, 2026. Uttarakhand Cabinet Minister Subodh Uniyal confronted the singer on stage, alleging that he was performing under the influence of alcohol and questioning his ability to sing.

Several celebrities, including Anupam Kher and Mika Singh, have come out in support of Mehndi. However, singer Sona Mohapatra offered a different perspective, arguing that while artists deserve dignity and compassion, audiences also deserve an honest performance.

The incident has sparked a wider debate about an artist’s health, professional commitments, and the way concerns should be addressed publicly.