Haryanvi Rapper Fazilpuria Survives Targeted Shooting Near Gurugram, Probe Underway
Haryanvi singer Fazilpuria survives a targeted firing near Gurugram. Unknown gunmen opened fire on his car; no injuries reported. Investigation is underway.
Haryanvi music sensation Fazilpuria, known for his infectious beats and flamboyant style, had a terrifying brush with death on Monday, July 14, when unidentified assailants opened fire at his vehicle on the Southern Peripheral Road near Badshahpur, on the outskirts of Gurugram.
According to initial media reports, Fazilpuria—whose real name is Rahul Yadav—was inside his car when several rounds were fired in what appears to be a planned and targeted attack. Fortunately, the singer escaped unscathed, though the incident has sent shockwaves across the regional music industry and among his fans.
Eyewitness accounts suggest that the assailants managed to flee the scene immediately after the attack, leaving behind no injuries but plenty of unanswered questions. The police have begun an investigation, and as of now, the motive behind the attack remains unclear. Authorities are looking into every angle, including whether the incident may be linked to previous controversies involving the artist.
Fazilpuria, who hails from Fazilpur village near Gurugram—hence the stage name—has long been a prominent figure in the Haryanvi and Punjabi music scene. He first rose to nationwide fame with the 2014 breakout hit Ladki Beautiful Kar Gayi Chull, which went on to be featured in the Bollywood film Kapoor & Sons (2016), starring Alia Bhatt, Sidharth Malhotra, and Fawad Khan. The track, produced by Badshah, became a youth anthem and solidified Fazilpuria's place in the Indian pop culture landscape.
His other popular tracks, including Jimmy Choo, Party, and Millionaire, showcase his signature fusion of desi beats, luxury aesthetics, and unapologetic swagger. Known for his love of flashy cars, designer fashion, and bold statements, Fazilpuria is as much a style icon as he is a hitmaker.
In recent years, Fazilpuria's name has also surfaced in headlines for more controversial reasons, including an investigation involving snake venom use in entertainment videos. He is also known to share a close bond with popular YouTuber Elvish Yadav, whose name, too, has been linked to similar cases.
As fans reel from the shocking news, many have taken to social media to express their support and relief over his safety, urging authorities to swiftly bring the culprits to justice.
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