New Delhi: A new book details the death of Punjabi singer-rapper Shubhdeep Singh Sidhu, popularly known as Sidhu Musewala, and the subsequent investigation. Journalist-writer Jupinderjit Singh has written, “Who Killed Moosewala?” To be released on Monday. Published by Westland Books, it looks at the events of May 29, 2022, the day the Punjabi hip-hop star was shot by six armed assailants while on his way to his aunt’s house in a village in Punjab.
“While reporting on this (Mosewala’s death) I felt that the news would not be enough and I decided to write this book…The burden of responsibility to stick to the facts rested on my soul, especially as the investigation was still pending Is.” The toll on me is immeasurable, yet through it all, I was driven by a desire to shine a light on murder, which reminds us of the fragility of life, the author said in a statement.
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An icon to many, Musevela has also been a controversial figure. There were allegations that he promoted gun culture and violence, and there were rumors that he had links with some gangs. With his sudden and violent death, questions about his life and those around his death intensified. ‘Who killed Moosewala?’ That was what everyone wanted to know.
In a gripping and fast-paced book, the author closely follows the investigation into Musewala’s death and also gives us a glimpse of the man who was behind the mask of celebrity. Apart from the story of the slain singer and the people behind his murder, the book is also a reflection on the growing unrest in Punjab.
Sanghamitra Biswas, executive editor of Westland Books, said, “Singh’s grasp of the case is strong and comprehensive. In this engaging book backed by thorough research, Jupinderjit paints a fascinating portrait of the singer and the Punjab he inhabited.”