Akon’s stop in Bengaluru on his India Tour, which was intended to be a high-energy celebration of his biggest hits, has become the centre of an online controversy after a concert video went viral. The incident took place on November 14 during his performance of 'Sexy Bitch'. As Akon stepped toward the barricaded VIP section to engage with fans, several people began tugging at his trousers instead of reaching for handshakes.
The clip shows the singer was uncomfortable, adjusting his clothing several times as he performed.
The viral moment from the Bengaluru show has grabbed eyeballs, which is contrary to Akon's performances in India.
Despite the controversy, Akon is continuing his tour as planned, with his Mumbai show having taken place on November 16. No official comment has been made by Akon or his team regarding the viral video or the backlash, which is following. The focus for now remains on the upcoming performance and whether the incident will impact turnout or security arrangements at the final show.
For many attendees, and for those who later watched the clip online, the incident quickly became the centre of discussion, overshadowing the performance itself. Numerous social media posts noted that much of the concert felt eclipsed by the repeated interruptions and Akon’s visible discomfort as he tried to manage the situation.
Many users remarked that basic concert etiquette was thrown out the window, with some calling the behaviour embarrassing, regardless of the age group involved.
Akon, celebrated worldwide for hits like 'Right Now', 'I Wanna Love You', 'Smack That', 'Lonely, Beautiful', 'Don’t Matter', and the Bollywood favourite 'Chammak Challo', has long enjoyed a loyal Indian fan base. The incident has disappointed many followers.
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