INDIA, Dec. 10 -- American singer Post Malone has found himself at the centre of controversy after using an expletive while referring to Assam's music icon Zubeen Garg during a recent live performance.

While addressing the crowd, Post Malone said, "So to be in the home of the great and fucking legendary Zubeen tonight," a remark that was intended as praise but has triggered widespread reactions across social media.

Many netizens from Assam expressed anger, saying international artists should understand local culture and maintain respect while speaking on stage. According to them, using offensive words, even casually, while referring to a legendary figure like Zubeen Garg, is inappropriate.

Social media discussions quickly intensified, ...