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Atif Aslam Breaks Silence on 10-Year India Ban, Fans Tune In via VPN
✍️ NDTV
🗓 12 Aug 2026, 04:39 PM
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Pakistani pop star Atif Aslam has finally spoken about the decade‑long ban that prevented him from performing in India, prompting fans to stream his music through VPNs.
Pakistani singer Atif Aslam, famed for chart‑topping hits, has for the first time addressed the 10‑year ban that barred him from performing in India. The singer, who has not publicly commented on the restriction until now, revealed that the ban was imposed amid heightened political tensions between the two nations.
In an interview reported by NDTV, Aslam expressed his disappointment at being unable to connect with Indian audiences for a decade, but also conveyed optimism that the situation could change in the future. He thanked fans for their unwavering support.
Indian listeners, who have been unable to legally stream his music, have resorted to VPN services to access his songs. The singer’s comments have reignited discussions about easing cultural restrictions.
While the ban remains in effect, Aslam’s statement may open the door for a potential relaxation of the policy, allowing him to perform and engage with fans in India once again.
In an interview reported by NDTV, Aslam expressed his disappointment at being unable to connect with Indian audiences for a decade, but also conveyed optimism that the situation could change in the future. He thanked fans for their unwavering support.
Indian listeners, who have been unable to legally stream his music, have resorted to VPN services to access his songs. The singer’s comments have reignited discussions about easing cultural restrictions.
While the ban remains in effect, Aslam’s statement may open the door for a potential relaxation of the policy, allowing him to perform and engage with fans in India once again.