Sri Lanka’s government refused to give the R&B artist Akon his visa to be in their country for his up coming concert next month. This is due to the protests from his song which has offended country’s Buddhism. His music video contained inadequately clothed women dancing in front of the statue of Buddha. This is a disgrace to their religion. The music video for Sexy Chic by David Guetta has triggered a lot of disappointments among Buddhist and Akon’s lyrics in the song is not suitable for public articulation according to Sri Lankan government. Maharaja Broadcasting and Television Network, the media sponsor of the planned concert has been flooded with protests and there were even employees who were hurt physically. “Considering the controversial video images, offensive song lyrics and strong protests coming from various cultural, religious groups and organisations in the country, the government was compelled to take this decision,” the government said. As to the side of Akon about the matter, a spokesperson said that they “postponed” the concert and is hoping to settle the issue immediately. “I was not aware that the statue was even on the set of the video until now. I would never set out to offend or desecrate anyone’s religion or religious beliefs,” Akon said in a statement. Concert promoter Lasantha Samarasingheare is hoping that the Sri Lankan government would reconsider because the concert cold somehow boosts the country’s tourism and economy. Sri Lanka denied Akon’s Visa Preceding Protests is a post from: Daily World Buzz
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