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Honey Singh is grabbing the headlines after his wife filed a complaint against him for domestic violence. It was on August 3, 2021, when Honey Singh's wife, Shalini Singh, had filed a plea in Delhi's Tis Hazari court against the singer. According to a report in India Today, Shalini had accused her husband, Honey, of domestic violence, sexual violence, mental harassment and financial fraud.
For the uninitiated, the couple has known each other for seventeen years. The duo were childhood sweethearts, and Honey Singh had tied the knot with Shalini Singh on January 23, 2011. This year, in 2021, the duo had completed ten years of marital bliss. As per the reports of PTI, Shalini Singh had accused Honey Singh of physically torturing her for the last 10 years.
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On August 6, 2021, Honey Singh took to his IG handle and issued an official statement to refute the allegations levied on him by his wife, Shalini. Expressing his deep pain, Honey wrote, "I am deeply pained and distressed by the false and malicious allegations levied against me and my family by my companion/wife of 20 years, Mrs. Shalini Talwar. The allegations are severely odious. I have never issued a public statement or press note in the past despite being subjected to harsh criticism for my lyrics, speculation on my health, & negative media coverage in general."
He further revealed why he decided to break his silence and added, "However, I see no merit in maintaining a studied silence this time because some of the allegations have been directed at my family – my old parents and younger sister – who have stood by me during some very difficult and trying times and comprise my world. The allegations are cynical and defaming in nature."
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Strongly refuting the allegations laid on him by Shalini, Honey continued, "I have been associated with the industry for over 15 years and worked with artists and musicians across the country. Everyone is aware of my relationship with my wife, who has been an integral part of my crew for more than a decade now and always accompanied me to my shoots, events, and meetings. I strongly refute all the allegations but will not comment any further because the matter is sub-judice before the Court of Law."
Requesting his fans to not draw any conclusion about him and his family until proven guilty, the rapper concluded his statement as "I have full faith in the judicial system of this country, and I am confident that the truth will be out soon. The allegations are subject to be proven and the Hon’ble Court has provided me with an opportunity to reply to such allegations. In the meantime, I humbly request my fans and public at large to not draw any conclusion about me and my family until the Hon’ble Court pronounces a verdict after hearing both the sides. I am confident that justice will be served, and honesty will win. As always, I’m grateful for all the love and support of my fans and well-wishers, who inspire me to work hard and make good music. Thank you! Yo Yo Honey Singh."
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In Shalini Talwar's plea, she had also made a shocking indictment against her father-in-law for touching her inappropriately.