Renowned Bollywood singer Neha Kakkar has finally spoken out about the controversy surrounding her Melbourne concert, where she arrived three hours late on March 23. Facing backlash from the audience, with some chanting “Go Back! Rest in your hotel,” Neha broke down on stage as she tried to continue with her performance. While some attendees criticized the delay, others consoled her, appreciating her effort to perform despite the challenges.
According to reports, the primary reason for the delay was the alleged disappearance of the event’s organizers and sponsors. Neha and her team were left stranded, waiting for confirmation from the organizers, who failed to show up. Despite the chaos, Neha still performed for an hour for the audience.
Neha Kakkar Shares Her Story on Social Media
In response to the criticism, Neha Kakkar took to social media to share her ordeal. She accused the event organizers, “Beats Production,” of mishandling the entire concert. She claimed that they failed to provide transportation at the airport, abandoned her and her team without hotel accommodations or food, and even ran away with the money meant for her performance and other arrangements.
Neha’s Statement: “I Performed for Free for My Fans”
Neha shared a heartfelt post on social media, detailing the difficulties she and her team faced. She revealed that despite the organizers’ negligence, she still took the stage and performed for free for her fans in Melbourne. She expressed her frustration, stating:
“They said I came 3 hours late, but did they even ask once what happened to me and my band? The organizers ran away with my money and others’ as well. My band was not even given food, a hotel, or even water. My husband and his boys had to arrange food for my team. In spite of all this, we still went on stage and did the show because my fans were waiting for hours.”
Adding to the chaos, Neha disclosed that the sound check was significantly delayed as the sound vendor refused to proceed due to non-payment. She explained that the delay in resolving the issue prevented her from reaching the venue in time for a proper sound check, making her uncertain whether the concert would even happen. The organizers allegedly stopped responding to calls from her manager, further escalating the confusion.
Fans Rally Behind Neha Kakkar
Despite facing criticism from some attendees, Neha expressed gratitude for those who stood by her and understood her situation. She acknowledged those who defended her online, writing:
“I want to thank all those people who spoke so beautifully for me, as if all this happened to them personally. I really appreciate all the efforts they took to clarify my situation. I will always be thankful to those who attended my concert, cried with me, and danced their hearts out.”
What’s Next for Neha Kakkar?
While this incident has caused significant distress, Neha Kakkar remains committed to her fans and her music. She has not indicated whether she will take legal action against the organizers, but her post has sparked conversations about the treatment of artists during international events.
As the controversy continues to unfold, her supporters hope that such mismanagement does not repeat in future concerts. Neha’s courage to speak up has resonated with many, highlighting the struggles that artists sometimes face behind the glamour of the stage.
