- By Srishti Pandey
- Tue, 11 Mar 2025 12:37 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Punjabi singer Sunanda Sharma has made shocking allegations against music producer Pinky Dhaliwal, accusing him of financial and emotional exploitation. She claimed that Dhaliwal withheld payments for her music, leading to immense stress and despair. The producer was arrested on Saturday following her complaint.
Taking to Instagram, Sunanda shared an emotional post detailing the difficulties she endured. She expressed that her struggle represents many middle-class artists who are deceived by influential figures in the industry.
“This issue isn’t just about money; it is about the mental harassment I went through,” she wrote in Punjabi. “Many artists, especially those from middle-class backgrounds, work tirelessly to build their careers, only to be trapped by people who exploit their hard work. They make us work while they enjoy the benefits of our earnings.”
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Sunanda revealed that the situation took a severe toll on her mental health. She confessed, “I would cry alone in my room for days. At times, I even thought of ending my life, but I kept smiling in front of people. I knew that if I broke down publicly, someone else would take advantage of my vulnerability.”
Encouraging fellow artists who have faced similar situations, she urged them to come forward and share their experiences. In her post, Sunanda also sought intervention from the government, expressing gratitude to Punjab’s Chief Minister for acknowledging her plight. “For two years, I have been requesting, ‘Please don’t do this.’ I appeal to the authorities to help me receive my rightful earnings. I thank the Chief Minister and the Punjab media for standing by me and amplifying my voice.”
Pinky Dhaliwal, known for running Mad4Music and Amar Audio, has been accused of financial fraud and intimidation. Sunanda claimed that despite generating over ₹250 crore through her work, she was never paid directly. Instead, Dhaliwal allegedly took control of all her earnings, leaving her in financial distress.
She further alleged that Dhaliwal amassed wealth by misappropriating her income and forcing her to perform at events without rightful compensation. Whenever she demanded her dues, he allegedly threatened to ruin her career and tarnish her reputation in the industry.