Yo Yo Honey Singh's FIRST statement on wife Shalini Talwar's domestic violence allegations - Read on

Rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh took to Instagram to issue an official statement in which he denied all of his wife's allegations against him and his family.

New Delhi: Days after Yo Yo Honey Singh's wife Shalini Talwar came out with shocking allegations of domestic violence and mental harassment, the rapper broke his silence on the matter. He took to Instagram to issue an official statement and denied all of the allegations against him and his family. He called them 'false and malicious' and expressed he is 'deeply pained' and 'distressed' by them.  He wrote in his statement, "I am deeply pained and distressed by the false and malicious allegations levied against me and my family by my companion/wife of 20 years, Mrs. Shalini Talwar. The allegations are severely odious. I have never issued a public statement or press note in the past despite being subjected to harsh criticism for my lyrics, speculation on my health, & negative media coverage in general. However, I see no merit in maintaining a studied silence this time because some of the allegations have been directed at my family – my old parents and younger sister – who have stood by me during some very difficult and trying times and comprise my world. The allegations are cynical and defaming in nature." "I have been associated with the industry for over 15 years and worked with artists and musicians across the country. Everyone is aware of my relationship with my wife, who has been an integral part of my crew for more than a decade now and always accompanied me to my shoots, events, and meetings," he added.