Guru Randhawa faces outrage for the sexualization of schoolgirls in the song Azul. Critics say objectification of women is not music, as Samrala Court summons him over controversial lyrics.
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NEW DELHI: Punjabi pop sensation Guru Randhawa, known for blockbusters like Lahore and High Rated Gabru, has found himself at the center of criticism over his latest music releases. His new video Azul and the controversial lyrics of Sirra have triggered widespread outrage, sparking debates on morality, objectification, and accountability in Punjabi music.
Outrage Over ‘Azul’
The music video for Azul, which features Randhawa as a photographer in an all-girls school setting, has been accused of sexualising minors and normalising predatory behaviour. What may have been intended as a playful concept has instead been interpreted as romanticising pedophilia and objectifying schoolgirls.
Social media users have expressed sharp criticism:
“I have always hated Guru Randhawa, and now his recent music video Azul has given me more reasons to hate him. Objectification of women is not music. Pedophilia is not music.”
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“Guru Randhawa’s new music video is disgusting. A grown man is instantly attracted to a schoolgirl, and this is romanticised??? Since when did we normalise pedo behaviour?”
“With his cultural influence, Guru Randhawa should know better. Objectifying schoolgirls in a music video isn’t art, it’s harmful. Media must stop glamorising predation.”
Users also pointed out that Randhawa restricted comments on his Instagram after the criticism escalated. One user noted,
“Guru Randhawa’s new song Azul has him ogling at girls in school uniforms and when people started pointing it out on Insta he restricted comments.”
Court Summons for ‘Sirra’ Lyrics
Adding to the controversy, a Samrala court has summoned Randhawa to appear on September 2, 2025, in connection with his song Sirra. The court took objection to the line,
“Jamia nu gudti ch mildi afeem hai”
(Newborns are given opium in their cradle).
The lyrics have been criticised for allegedly glorifying drug culture. The court termed the words objectionable, pushing Randhawa into legal scrutiny even as the Azul backlash grows.
Fans and critics alike argue that given Randhawa’s cultural influence, his creative choices carry significant social responsibility. Many believe that by romanticising inappropriate behaviour and trivialising drug use, such songs contribute to harmful narratives in society.
As one user summed it up:
“Wild how Azul is viral while people ignore that Guru Randhawa sexualised schoolgirls and compared them to alcohol. Promoting pedophilia isn’t edgy, it’s disgusting.”
Despite mounting criticism and legal troubles, Guru Randhawa has not issued any public statement addressing the outrage over Azul or the summons related to Sirra. Media outlets reportedly reached out to the singer, but he has remained silent so far.
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