Pakistani singer Atif Aslam expressed gratitude for his Indian fans despite a decade-long ban, noting they continue to support him by listening to his music via VPN.
Atif Aslam reflects on the Indian ban
Aug 12, 2026
04:21 pm
What's the storyPakistani singer Atif Aslam recently opened up about his decade-long absence from the Indian music industry.
The ban was imposed in 2016 by the Indian Motion Picture Producers's Association (IMPPA) on hiring Pakistani artists and technicians due to rising tensions between India and Pakistan.
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