The ongoing controversy surrounding Sonu Nigam’s performance in Bengaluru, where his comments allegedly offended Kannadigas, has sparked a heated debate. In support of his colleague, singer Tony Kakkar publicly expressed his disappointment over the situation, emphasizing Sonu Nigam's long-standing contributions to music and his love for Kannada culture. This incident, which led to an FIR being filed, has ignited a divide on social media, with some defending Nigam and others calling for an apology.