Racism Claims Hit Arshdeep After Tilak ‘Andhera’ Snapchat Video Goes Viral
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From the pitch to the internet, controversies follow IPL players like shadows. Arshdeep Singh, Punjab Kings’ left-arm speedster, is the latest to face heat over a Snapchat video joking with Mumbai Indians’ Tilak Varma – a clip now branded as racially charged.
In the footage, Arshdeep playfully dubs Tilak ‘andhera,’ implying darkness tied to complexion, and advises sunscreen. Fellow MI player Naman Dhir is hailed as ‘noor’ (radiance), contrasting the jest. The light mood among players dissolved online, where viewers spotted offensive undertones.
Social platforms lit up with condemnation. ‘Public figures can’t normalize colorism,’ tweeted one influencer. Debates raged on appropriateness, with many demanding accountability from stars with massive followings like Arshdeep’s 6.2 million on Instagram.
Not new to trouble, Arshdeep previously weathered storms over a vlog depicting Yuzvendra Chahal vaping aboard a plane. His active online presence, focused on candid glimpses into cricket life, keeps him connected but vulnerable.
As fingers point toward potential BCCI action ahead of IPL 2026, the incident spotlights broader concerns: fostering inclusivity in sports. Players must evolve their humor in an era of heightened awareness. Arshdeep’s next move could define his off-field reputation.
