Singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan Denies Reports Of Arrest At Dubai Airport: 'Fake And Baseless'

Famous Pakistani singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan was reportedly arrested at Dubai airport on Monday, according to initial reports by Pakistani media.

Singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan arrested in Dubai.

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Famous Pakistani singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan has issued a clarification video after reports of his arrest at Dubai airport on Monday began circulating. According to initial reports by Pakistani media, the singer was detained following a complaint filed by his former manager, Salman Ahmed. 

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan arrested in Dubai

The singer was held at the Dubai airport for several hours. He had traveled to the UAE for a performance but was taken into custody at the immigration center and later moved to the Burj Dubai police station for questioning, as reported by GeoTV. Rahat’s former manager Ahmed had submitted complaints against him to the Dubai authorities, as per the sources.

Sources indicate that Rahat Fateh Ali Khan had dismissed his manager Salman Ahmed a few months earlier after a dispute. As per an ANI tweet, the sources also said that both Rahat and Ahmed had filed cases against each other.

 

Pakistan's Geo News reports, singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan has been arrested in Dubai over a defamation complaint by his former manager Salman Ahmed, according to Dubai police sources. Rahat’s former manager Ahmed had submitted complaints against him to the Dubai authorities, as… pic.twitter.com/NYalzn1x6F

— ANI (@ANI) July 22, 2024

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan issues clarification

After reports of his arrest in Dubai began trending, the singer posted a video on Instagram handle, urging people not to believe the reports of his arrest. "I came to Dubai to record a song. Some malicious reports are circulating about my arrest. Please do not believe them," he stated.

His team shared the video writing, "News circulating regarding the arrest of Rahat Fateh Ali Khan is fake and baseless.
Regards Team RFAK"

 

 

 

 

 

 

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About Rahat Fateh Ali Khan

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan is a renowned Pakistani singer, celebrated for his contributions to Qawwali, a form of Sufi devotional music. Born on December 9, 1974, he is the nephew of the legendary Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan and has carried forward his family's musical legacy. Rahat's powerful and soulful voice has earned him international acclaim, with successful songs in both the Pakistani and Indian music industries.

His notable works include Bollywood hits such as "Tere Mast Mast Do Nain," "O Re Piya," and "Jag Ghoomeya." In addition to film music, he is also known for his performances at global concerts and various Sufi music festivals. Rahat has received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career, solidifying his status as one of South Asia's most beloved and influential vocalists.