Overview
- Performing “Tareefan,” Badshah swapped the line “Kinniya Tareefan Chahidi Ae Tenu” for “Kinni Tariff Chahidiye Trump Ko,” drawing loud cheers and laughter.
- Clips from the New Jersey concert spread quickly on X and Instagram, with posts by users including @ravisrm511 and @e4mtweets helping drive the viral moment.
- Coverage linked the joke to reports that President Trump doubled tariffs on Indian goods last month, citing India’s purchases of Russian oil.
- The New Jersey set is part of Badshah’s North American run, with next stops including Oakland Arena on Sept. 13, Seattle’s Accesso ShoWare Center, Dallas on Sept. 19, and Chicago on Sept. 20.
- Reports also noted his current momentum, from surprise on-stage cameos on tour to the success of his album Ek Tha Raja and a publicly discussed 20 kg weight loss.