Farah Khan Jokes About Udit Narayan’s Kiss Controversy on Her YouTube Show 'Farah Ki Dawat'

Mumbai, February 18, 2025 – In a lighthearted moment on her YouTube cooking show Farah Ki Dawat, filmmaker and choreographer Farah Khan recently joked about the ongoing Udit Narayan kiss controversy, leaving her guest Sania Mirza and viewers in splits. During an episode featuring former tennis star Sania and her 6-year-old son, Izhaan, Farah made a playful remark regarding the viral incident involving the legendary singer.

The incident came to light when Farah jokingly asked Sania’s son, Izhaan, for a kiss towards the end of the episode. Teasing him, she said, “First, you have to give me a kiss, you know that,” to which Sania responded with, “Or give a hug.” In a comedic turn, Farah added, “Come on, do a Udit Ji on me!”—a reference to the viral video of singer Udit Narayan kissing his female fans during a live performance, which recently sparked widespread debate on social media.

The controversy began when a video surfaced showing Udit Narayan kissing several female fans on the lips during a performance of Tip Tip Barsa Pani from the movie Mohra. The video quickly went viral, leading to a storm of criticism on social media, with many condemning his actions as "indecent."

In response to the backlash, Udit Narayan defended his actions, explaining that the kisses were expressions of affection toward his fans. The singer, who was not apologetic for the incident, stated, “This is not something sleazy or secret. It’s a manifestation of love between me and my fans.” He further expressed that if people chose to view his affectionate gestures negatively, he felt sorry for them but also thanked them.

Farah Khan’s playful remark on her show came as a humorous take on the controversy, adding a dose of levity to an otherwise serious topic. The episode, which showcased Farah’s signature humor, featured Sania and Izhaan preparing dishes together in a cozy and candid environment.

This light-hearted exchange between the friends provided a moment of comic relief, with Farah’s witty banter resonating with viewers and further highlighting her playful personality, even amidst the media storm surrounding the singer’s controversial actions.