On the birth anniversary of late Punjabi rapper Sidhu Moose Wala, Canada-based gangster Goldy Brar has openly admitted to masterminding the singer’s 2022 assassination, expressing zero regret for the killing.
In a revealing six-hour interview with a British news outlet, Brar unapologetically confessed to planning the deadly attack, stating he felt no remorse for the high-profile murder that shocked India and Punjabi communities worldwide.
Sidhu Moose Wala, whose real name was Shubhdeep Singh Sidhu, was ambushed on May 29, 2022, while driving his black Mahindra Thar in Punjab’s Mansa district. Two vehicles blocked his path, and gunmen fired 24 bullets at close range, killing the 28-year-old musician. His cousin and a friend, also in the vehicle, survived with injuries.
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The killing occurred just one day after his state-provided security was downgraded, raising serious concerns and public outrage. Known for his fearless lyrics and commentary on social justice, Moose Wala had a massive global following and was considered a major cultural voice for Punjab.
During the interview, Brar justified the act with chilling clarity: “He made mistakes in his arrogance that couldn’t be overlooked. It was either him or us.” He alleged that Moose Wala had sided with the rival Bambiha gang by promoting a kabaddi event, putting him at odds with Brar’s close associate, Lawrence Bishnoi. Matters worsened after the murder of Bishnoi ally Vicky Middukhera in 2021—a crime Indian authorities loosely linked to Moose Wala’s former manager, Shaganpreet Singh, who has since fled to Australia.
Though Moose Wala was never charged, Brar claimed everyone — including the police, media, and politicians — was aware of his alleged involvement but did nothing. “So, we acted,” he said.
Brar dismissed the idea that the murder was for fame or money, insisting it was purely an act of revenge. “There’s no real justice here—only the powerful benefit. I did what I had to do for my brother. I have no regrets,” he said.
His statement, broadcast by the BBC on June 11, the singer’s birthday, marks the first public acknowledgment of his role in the crime.
Experts warn that the murder and Brar’s rising profile have empowered criminal syndicates in northern India, giving them greater leverage for extortion and threats, especially against celebrities and business figures. Authorities believe the Bishnoi-Brar gang has grown significantly in influence since the killing.
Indian police have so far detained over 30 individuals linked to the assassination. Two of the gunmen were killed in police encounters, while others remain in custody, though no trial has been completed yet.
Despite his confession, Goldy Brar continues to evade Indian law enforcement. His exact whereabouts are unknown, though officials suspect he is still hiding in Canada—fueling diplomatic tensions and calls for his extradition.
Sidhu Moose Wala’s death remains a painful chapter in Punjab’s modern history. A former engineering student turned global music icon, he used his platform to spotlight issues like caste discrimination and farmer struggles. His murder is widely seen as a symbol of the growing entanglement between crime, politics, and celebrity in the region.
