Sidhu Moose Wala: Controversial Indian rapper who made waves with his music

The killing of one in every of India’s greatest Punjabi pop stars, Sidhu Moose Wala, has shocked the nation and his legions of followers overseas.

The controversial artist was massively widespread among the many Indian diaspora within the UK and Canada, and his songs usually racked up billions of views on YouTube.

The 28-year-old was described by Rolling Stone as one in every of India’s most forceful music exports in a era.

The BBC spoke to Nirmika Singh, Govt Editor of Rolling Stone India, about Moose Wala’s journey and legacy.

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