Kutle Khan’s team has addressed the backlash the singer faced after Shilpa Rao’s performance was cut short at the 10th anniversary edition of the Bollywood Music Project (BMP) in Mumbai on October 24. The team alleged that Shilpa interrupted the singer's performance to interact with the audience, claiming that his set had already been shortened by organisers.

Kutle Khan’s manager says Shilpa Rao interrupted Khan’s performance

The incident drew widespread outrage on social media after Shilpa's performance was cut short while she was thanking the crowd for their love and support. As the singer addressed the crowd, Kutle Khan began his performance, and her microphone was switched off, leaving several fans and attendees disappointed.