Dua Lipa Comment Lands Badshah in Trouble: Fans Question His ‘Brain’ on X

Entertainment News: Indian rapper Badshah sparked a massive controversy with a tweet praising pop star Dua Lipa, followed by a provocative reply to a fan’s query about a potential music collaboration: “I’d rather make babies with her, bro.” The comment, shared widely by accounts like @The_OG_GANG
 on X, drew immediate backlash, with users 

 retorting, “Weight ke sath brain bhi loss hogaya iska [Along with weight, his brain also gets lost],” referencing Badshah’s recent 25-kg weight loss was slammed as inappropriate and sexist, overshadowing his fitness transformation and upcoming USA tour. The controversy, trending with hashtags like #BadshahBlunder, has ignited debates about celebrity responsibility and boundaries in public interactions, putting Badshah’s reputation under scrutiny.

A Misstep Goes Viral

Badshah’s comment came during a casual X interaction where he expressed admiration for Dua Lipa’s music, prompting a fan to suggest a collaboration. His flippant reply, meant as a joke, quickly escalated.
 fueling outrage. Critics labeled the remark disrespectful, accusing Badshah of objectifying Lipa, while others questioned his judgment, given his influence as a youth icon. The backlash intensified due to his recent public focus on fitness, with X users mocking that his “brain loss” matched his physical transformation. Badshah, known for hits like DJ Wale Babu, has not issued an apology, though sources close to him claim he was surprised by the reaction, believing the comment was lighthearted. The incident has drawn parallels to past celebrity controversies, highlighting the risks of unfiltered social media engagement in a hyper-sensitive online environment.

Are you making a track with her bhai ? 🤩🤯

— INNOCENT EVIL ⁶𓅓 (@raju_innocentev) June 5, 2025

Public and Industry Reactions

The controversy has divided Badshah’s fanbase, with some defending his humor as harmless banter, citing his candid persona, while others, including women’s rights advocates on X, condemned it as perpetuating harmful stereotypes. . Industry peers have remained largely silent, though rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh’s cryptic X post about “thinking before tweeting” fueled speculation. The incident has sparked broader discussions about accountability, with #CancelBadshah trending alongside supportive posts. Badshah’s team is reportedly planning a response to mitigate the damage, as the controversy threatens his brand endorsements. As the debate rages, the episode underscores the challenges celebrities face in navigating social media, where a single misstep can overshadow years of goodwill.