Honey Singh claims to have shared his ‘true story’ in documentary Yo Yo Honey Singh Famous: ‘My effigies were burnt, but I’ve never said anything…’

Honey Singh stated that while he was aware of the perceptions that were being built against him, he chose to be quiet because he didn’t have the right platform to share his story.

He said, “Whatever work I have done for 12 to 13 years, people have made a perception about it. There are controversies that happened, my effigies were burnt, but I’ve never said anything. I wanted a camera and mic to share my side of the story.”

The singer has been involved in controversies on the personal and professional front. The singer was reportedly battling alcoholism and substance abuse. His former wife Shalini Talwar had accused him of domestic violence.

Honey Singh also said that Netflix offered him the platform he thinks his story deserved. “Three-and-half years ago Netflix said they wanted to make a documentary on me and that Guneet Monga wanted to make it. I thought there’s nothing like it! I have known Guneet for 12-13 years, and I like her work and passion. Then I spoke to director Mozez Singh. He spoke about faith, and I instantly felt like I can trust him, and he has made a great documentary. You all may know Yo Yo Honey Singh, but through this documentary film, you will know who is Hirdesh Singh (the singer’s official name).”

Yo Yo Honey Singh: Famous will stream on Netflix later this year.