As the Punjabi music industry mourns the death of its eclectic pop star, Sidhu Moose Wala, the investigation into the assassination unfolds complex layers, revealing more about the dark side of the music industry and the artist’s controversial past. Here’s a detailed insight into the case, answering some of the most frequently searched questions on Google.
Who was Sidhu Moose Wala?
Subhdeep Singh Sidhu, popularly known as Sidhu Moose Wala, hailed from Moosa village in the Mansa district. Launching his musical career in Canada in 2016, he quickly ascended the ladder of fame, becoming a household name in Punjab and among the Sikh diaspora in the UK and Canada. He skillfully blended the traditional Punjabi folk music with rap, resulting in an authentic sound that resonated deeply with his audience. His lyrics poignantly addressed the societal challenges of the rural heartland, like drugs, crime, and corruption. However, his persona wasn’t without controversies. Often seen with guns in his music videos and on social media, he faced allegations of promoting gun violence in Punjab.
Why was Moose Wala killed?
The precise motives behind Moose Wala’s assassination remain somewhat elusive. The primary angle the police are probing into is gang rivalry. Punjab’s history is tainted with tales of gangsters, turf wars, and organized crimes. Factors like corruption and rising unemployment have emboldened these gangs, leading to an increasing control over cities and villages. According to Ravindra Singh Robin, a senior journalist from Amritsar, the overlap between the Punjabi music industry and gang-related activities is an open secret, drawing parallels to Bollywood’s supposed connections with Mumbai’s underworld.
Who has been arrested?
The investigation has seen multiple arrests so far. The Delhi police recently apprehended three men, suspected to be the main shooters involved in the murder. As the investigation deepens, two primary conspirators have emerged – Lawrence Bishnoi and Goldy Brar. While Bishnoi is incarcerated in India and has denied all allegations, efforts are being made to extradite Brar from Canada. The alleged conspirators supposedly orchestrated the crime with a team that provided logistical support, conducted recon, and even monitored Moose Wala’s movements.
How did the police crack the case?
Given the high-profile nature of the case and Moose Wala’s immense popularity, solving the murder was no simple task. The breakthrough in the case came from an unlikely source – a fuel receipt. Dated just a few days before the assassination, the receipt was discovered in the vehicle used for the crime. The police team scoured the petrol pump’s CCTV footage associated with the receipt, managing to identify one of the shooters. The footage provided critical details about the route taken by the culprits, enabling the police to recover all vehicles linked to the crime.
As the investigation continues, fans worldwide hope for justice, and a deeper understanding of the intertwining relationship between the Punjabi music industry and the criminal underworld emerges.
