Popular rapper Badshah has released his debut Marathi hip-hop track titled Chimna, marking his entry into the regional Marathi music scene. Describing the project as a love letter to Maharashtra, the artist has combined traditional folk elements with contemporary hip-hop rhythms. The launch follows weeks after the singer faced intense public backlash and legal scrutiny over a controversial Haryanvi song.
Fusing Traditional Marathi Folk With Modern Hip-Hop
The new single Chimna is adapted from the traditional folk song Ek Chimna Chivchivla, featured in the upcoming Marathi feature film Gondhal. Badshah has infused the classic rural melody with heavy urban beats and bilingual verses written in Hindi and Marathi. Opening with authentic village hooks, the track attempts to bridge generational gaps by introducing heritage folk sounds to younger hip-hop audiences.
Background of the Recent Tateeree Controversy
This regional music release arrives closely after Badshah encountered legal troubles over his Haryanvi song Tateeree. In March 2026, law enforcement authorities in Haryana registered a formal complaint following allegations of objectionable lyrics regarding women. Police officials had formed dedicated teams for investigation and initiated steps for a Look Out Circular against the artist. In response to the growing outrage, the song was completely pulled down from all major streaming platforms.
Public Apology and Moving Forward
Addressing the controversy, Badshah released a video statement offering an unconditional apology, asking listeners to forgive him as a native son of Haryana. While peers like musician Senty Sharma defended the rapper's creative intentions, Badshah took down the track to resolve the dispute. With the release of Chimna, the artist is attempting a fresh creative direction through regional cultural collaborations.
