In a series of powerful Instagram stories, Indian rapper Vasudev has taken a bold stand against harassment, publicly calling out Sarthak Music and highlighting an incident involving his sister.
On 13th July 2024, Vasudev posted a series of stories on his Instagram handle @don.vasudev, addressing a deeply troubling incident that occurred after a show at Gauntlet’s. The rapper started by reminding everyone of the importance of treating women with respect. His post reads, “Nothing more manly than treating a woman right,” urging his followers to consider their actions and the impact on their mothers, reinforcing the values of respect and dignity.
In his subsequent stories, Vasudev shared his feelings of pride for his sister’s strength and relief that she was unharmed, despite the harassment she faced. “I’m proud of my sister. I’m glad nothing bad happened and sh*t sorted before it could get worse,” he wrote, emphasizing the importance of speaking out against such behavior.
Vasudev’s posts took a direct turn as he addressed rapper Sarthak, and others in the scene. He recounted how he and his sister were harassed at Sarthak’s place after the show, describing the unacceptable behavior they encountered. “I want everyone in the scene to know how you harassed my sister today when we came back to your place after the show. Trying to touch her and everything,” he stated, making it clear that such actions will not be tolerated.
The rapper’s message was clear: this type of behavior must always be exposed. “I did not want to post it. I’m above this social media sh*t but this type of behavior should always come out,” he explained. Vasudev’s resolve to protect those around him and ensure that no one around him can harm a woman without her consent was evident. “No one around me can do nuthn to a female without her consent,” he asserted.
Vasudev’s Rise and Challenges in the DHH Scene
Vasudev first made waves in the Desi Hip Hop (DHH) scene with his track “Ghaziabad,” which he released after winning Rohan Carriapa’s rap challenge. This initial success was followed by notable projects like the “Ghaziabad Mixtape,” “Red Line EP,” “Blue Line EP,” and “Delhi Mixtape.” These releases stood out for their unique concept and interconnected stories, breaking away from the trend of singles and themeless albums.
Despite his early success, Vasudev’s career faced significant challenges. Ego clashes with key collaborators led to a decline in his sound quality. His shift in focus from artistic integrity to financial gain resulted in a series of paid feature verses, diluting his discography with mediocre songs. Allegations of scamming artists by not delivering on paid beats or features further tarnished his reputation.
While his recent projects like the “Yellow Line EP,” “Aqua Line EP,” and “Noida Mixtape” have not lived up to expectations, Vasudev’s early work is still celebrated. Fans remain hopeful that he can recapture his former glory and produce impactful music once again.
Sarthak’s Response
@sarthakkmusic quickly responded to Vasudev’s allegations with a series of Instagram stories of their own. In his IG Stories, Sarthak accused Vasudev of defamation and making false allegations. “The way you defamed me through your stories and you did put fake allegations on me,” Sarthak wrote, insisting that he always provided Vasudev and his sister with the best hospitality. He further claimed that Vasudev’s sister had called to apologize for the accusations.
Sarthak went on to challenge Vasudev’s credibility, accusing him of financial misconduct and domestic abuse. “Tu bkl aaj tak feature nahi de paya paise lekar and you wanna raise voice? Bkl you’re the one who used to beat his girlfriend and flaunt it on IG?” he wrote, promising to take legal action against Vasudev.
In a further escalation, Sarthak called for others who had allegedly been wronged by Vasudev to join him in filing a case. “Jisne bhi iss bande ko paise diye and still didn’t get your work back, Come join my hands filing a case against this mfer,” he posted, indicating that the conflict might soon move to the courts.
Vasudev’s courage in addressing this issue publicly is commendable, and it sets a powerful example for others in the industry to follow. His call for accountability and respect resonates deeply, urging everyone to speak out and stand against harassment.
Sarthak’s response adds complexity to the situation, with serious counter-allegations that paint a different picture. As the legal proceedings unfold, the truth behind these accusations will hopefully come to light, ensuring justice for all parties involved.
Resolution
Sarthak has informed us that he and Vasudev have resolved the issue privately. According to Sarthak, they have settled their differences and the matter has been sorted out amicably between them.
