On Saturday, Canadian rapper Tommy Genesis, real name Genesis Yasmine Mohanraj, released an explicit music video, ‘True Blue.’ In the video, she was seen in blue body paint, wearing gold jewellery and a red bindi, seemingly depicting Hindu goddess Maa Kali. She also held a Christian cross in her hand, and at one point was seen licking it. This video, her look, has sparked an online outrage. Amid all this, Indian rapper Raftaar reacted to the video and the imagery.
What did Raftaar say about Tommy Genesis and her music video True Blue?
Taking to his social media story, on Sunday, Rafter called out the Canadian rapper. He urged his followers to flag the video as it is a blatant cultural disrespect. “This is a mockery of my religion. This shouldn’t exist. Report This.”Check it out here:
Netizens react to Tommy Genesis ‘True Blue’
Echoing similar sentiments, internet users didn’t hold back in expressing their disappointment and fury. “This is PATHETIC!!!! Stop appropriating hindu culture for mere likes,” wrote a user.“Our Goddess is not your costume….what is this validation u r seeking,” commented another.“Hindu aesthetics, our jewelry and our customs have meaning and they are NOT for the west to appropriate. Disrespecting our religion and Goddess is not making u exotic, it’s just xenophobia and racism. Delete this,” mentioned by a user.
Who is Genesis Yasmine Mohanraj?
Hailing from Vancouver, Canada, Yasmine comes from a diverse background that includes Malayali, Tamil, and Swedish roots. Her music frequently explores themes related to gender and sexuality, and she has previously referred to herself as a “fetish rapper.”Starting her music journey in 2015, her work showcases an experimental approach with provocative lyrics.She began her rap career in 2013. She is an alumna of Emily Carr University of Art and Design, where she focused on film and sculpture.
