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Talha Anjum recently stirred massive debate online after he raised the Indian flag during a concert in Nepal. His gesture quickly went viral, and as criticism poured in from all directions, the rapper responded with complete confidence. He refused to apologize and instead shared a bold message on social media.
He wrote, “My heart has no place for hate. Art has no borders. If me raising an Indian flag sparks controversy so be it. I will do it again. I will never care about the media, the warmongering governments, and their propaganda. Urdu rap is and always will be borderless.” His statement fueled conversations even further as fans and critics continued to argue across platforms.
Meanwhile, videos from his Kathmandu performance spread rapidly throughout the weekend. Viewers from both countries reacted strongly as they tried to make sense of his decision. Many Pakistani users criticized his choice, arguing that supporting India made no sense considering the political tensions between the two nations. One user wrote that India has harmed Pakistan countless times, yet Anjum still chose to lift its flag. Another pointed out that India has even restricted access to his music on platforms like Spotify and YouTube.
However, not everyone reacted negatively. Some fans praised him for promoting unity through art and for refusing to engage in nationalist rivalry. One supporter said that he understood the backlash Anjum would face and still admired his bravery. Another added that raising any country’s flag does not make an artist anti-Pakistan and that people should allow creative freedom.
As discussions intensified, many users online admitted they were entertained by how widely the debate spread. Someone joked that the controversy alone justified their monthly internet bill. Although reactions remained divided, one thing became clear. Talha Anjum once again managed to dominate headlines and spark a conversation that went far beyond music. His gesture also resurfaced memories of his cancelled India tour last December when financial and organizational issues forced the event to shut down before it began.
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