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India Today
23-05-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Kerala BJP leader seeks action against rapper Vedan for defaming PM Modi in song
A woman leader of the BJP from Palakkad, Kerala, has lodged a formal complaint against rapper and songwriter Vedan, whose real name is Hirandas Murali, alleging that his music defames Prime Minister Narendra Modi and promotes caste-based Municipality councillor VS Minimol, who also serves as the chairperson of its development committee, has written to the Union Home Ministry and the National Investigation Agency (NIA), seeking action against the claimed that one of Vedan's songs contains defamatory references to the Prime Minister and inflammatory language that could divide the Hindu community along caste lines. 'The artist has made unsubstantiated, disrespectful and offensive remarks about the Prime Minister, which not only malign his personal and political image but also undermine the dignity of the highest constitutional office in the country,' Minimol stated in her complaint, which was filed two days ago. According to her, the song includes a direct mention of 'Modi' during a live public performance. She contended that this disrespects the office of the Prime Minister and fosters public discord. The complaint also refers to Vedan's prior legal entanglements, including his arrest on April 28 in connection with a drug case in Tripunithura, near further alleged that although Vedan is currently out on bail, he continues to organise large-scale concerts that draw significant crowds and, she claimed, incite violence and hatred. She has requested a thorough investigation for defamation, promoting enmity between groups, and causing public mischief. Additionally, she has urged the application of relevant provisions of the Information Technology official statement has yet been made by Vedan or his representatives in response to the BJP leader's move follows a series of critical remarks by other Sangh Parivar figures. Hindu Aikyavedi leader KP Sasikala, speaking at an event in Palakkad on Wednesday, accused Vedan of humiliating society with his 'improperly dressed antics' and said it was time to put an end to his public appearances. She also questioned the relevance of rap music within the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe (SC/ST) to these comments, Vedan argued that Sasikala's allegedly casteist views were part of a larger campaign to portray him as 'an extremist, a separatist, or a troublemaker.' He criticised her for implying that rap music has no place within the SC/ST community and said such attitudes seek to confine members of these communities to limited roles.'I don't have the voice to sing classical songs, if I did, I would. I can only sing rap,' Vedan told reporters in Kochi on Thursday. IN THIS STORY#Kerala
New Indian Express
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Here to correct and be corrected, says Vedan
IDUKKI: 'Youth should not get influenced by me in certain matters. I am here to correct myself and be corrected,' Hirandas Murali, popularly known as Vedan, told the large crowd that had assembled for his musical event at Vazhathope in Idukki on Monday. The 30-year-old rapper was performing at the 'Ente Keralam' exhibition-cum-trade fest held in connection with the fourth anniversary of the LDF government. Though Vedan's programme was earlier planned to be held at the 'Ente Keralam' venue on April 29, it was cancelled by the Idukki district administration in the backdrop of his arrest in a ganja case. After being released on bail, the popular rapper was arrested again the same day by the Kodanad forest range officials for allegedly wearing a chain embedded with a leopard tooth. Vedan was slapped with non-bailable charges under multiple sections of the Wildlife Protection Act. However, the Judicial First Class Magistrate Court in Perumbavoor granted him conditional bail on April 30, citing a lack of prima facie evidence. With Vedan receiving widespread support, especially on social media, the government too came out in support of the rapper, offering him a chance again to perform at the valedictory function of the 'Ente Keralam' event. The large crowd that thronged the Vocational HSS ground on the night comprised people of all ages. Arun Das, from Ponkunnam in Kottayam district, said Vedan represents the common man and his songs speak of the issues faced by the common people. 'Nobody can suppress Vedan's voice and he will continue singing for the people who love him,' he said.
Time of India
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Rapper Vedan performs at govt event in Idukki
Kochi: Rapper Hirandas Murali , popularly known as Vedan, performed before a huge crowd at the venue of 'Ente Keralam' expo in on Monday evening. In the backdrop of the controversy following Vedan's arrest, in connection with a ganja seizure case and another case regarding alleged possession of a pendant with leopard teeth, police arranged special security for the show. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He performed before a packed audience at Vazhathoppu School ground, where the seating capacity was around 80,000. During the show, he urged people to avoid being influenced by 'certain aspects' of his. "Avoid being influenced by certain aspects of Vedan. I had no one to guide me. I grew up alone," he said. He thanked the audience and govt for their support. Vedan's musical show was originally scheduled on April 29 as part of the expo, marking state govt's fourth anniversary celebration. However, after his arrest on April 28, Idukki district administration cancelled his show.
The Hindu
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Vedan performs at Ente Keralam event in Idukki
Rapper Hirandas Murali, also known as Vedan, performed at the Ente Keralam expo at Vazhathope in Idukki at 8 p.m. on Monday in the presence of a huge crowd. During the show, Vedan urged the people to follow his good habits. Water Resources Minister Roshy Augustine said that the State government and the public were with Vedan. 'He decided to correct his habits, and it is a positive attitude. After the musical programme in Idukki, Vedan will get a new face among the public,' said Mr. Augustine. According to officials, Vedan's musical programme was originally scheduled on April 29 as part of Ente Keralam celebrations marking the fourth anniversary of the State government. However, after his arrest on April 28, the Idukki district administration cancelled his show. According to sources, the show was conducted on Monday with the support of the government.
The Hindu
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Rapper Vedan to perform at Ente Keralam expo in Idukki
The Kerala government has invited rapper Hirandas Murali, also known as Vedan, to perform at the Ente Keralam expo to be held at Vazhathope in Idukki on Monday (May 5, 2025). According to officials, the show will be held at 8 p.m. The decision comes after Mr. Vedan was granted bail in connection with a case filed against him by the Forest department for the possession of a pendant made of a suspected leopard tooth. In the wake of his arrest, the government had cancelled his earlier show scheduled for April 29. The government decided to give the rapper another chance to perform at the venue after support for him poured in from various corners. CPI(M) State secretary M.V. Govindan, along with other leaders, flayed the arrest and action against the singer. According to officials, Mr. Vedan was arrested by the Forest department under the Wildlife Protection Act hours after he was released on bail by police in a case related to possession of 6 g of cannabis in a flat in Kochi on April 28. According to the police, they noticed that Mr. Vedan was wearing a pendant allegedly having a leopard tooth during a drive against drugs. The singer was arrested and a case was registered against him by forest officials after the police alerted them. But the immediate arrest by the Forest department raised public anger. Forest Minister A.K. Saseendran initially defended the singer's arrest, but he changed his stance following public outcry on social media. Mr. Vedan, a native of Thrissur district, emerged as a rap singer around five years ago when he released the album Voice of the Voiceless. The album became a hit, and he emerged as a famous rap singer. Meanwhile, Monday marks the conclusion of the one-week-long Ente Keralam expo, which features various government department pavilions and the LDF's featured programmes. Water Resources Minister Roshy Augustine had inaugurated the expo on April 29.
