Haryanvi artist Pranjal Dahiya, renowned for her hit song "Mera Balam Thanedaar," recently halted a live performance due to a disturbance in the audience. The incident, which took place in the last week of December 2025, involved a man allegedly misbehaving, causing Dahiya to stop the show and address the crowd directly. Videos of the incident have since gone viral, sparking debate about audience behavior and respect for performers.
Reports indicate that the man's actions made Dahiya visibly upset, leading her to urge the audience to maintain decorum. In the now-viral video, Dahiya is seen confronting a middle-aged man, stating, "Uncle, I am the same age as your daughter. Please control yourself". She also appealed to the crowd to refrain from climbing on the stage and requested their cooperation so that the event could continue smoothly. "You people should think that your sister and daughter are standing here, so behave properly," she said.
The 24-year-old singer's actions have ignited discussions about the safety and civility that artists deserve, with many users expressing support for her stance. One user commented, "Indian men can't respect women," while another stated, "Every artist deserves respect". Another user added, "If people in the comment section say she has taken money, then if tomorrow your daughters become artists, she too needs to dance like what you expect from others".
Dahiya's decision to stop her performance underscores the increasing need for artist accountability and a safe working environment for female performers. Her protest effectively conveyed the message that the quality of a show is directly linked to the behavior of the attendees. Some audience members were passing crude remarks and trying to move towards the stage. Dahiya chose to address the crowd instead of continuing her performance, prioritizing safety.
This incident follows a similar event involving singer Kailash Kher, whose concert in Gwalior was disrupted when fans jumped barricades and rushed the stage. Kher responded to the chaos by stating, "I'm praising you all, and you are behaving like animals" and threatened to stop the show if anyone came near the equipment. These events highlight a growing concern regarding audience behavior and the importance of maintaining respectful and safe environments for live performances.
