News circulated that rapper Basta would substitute Jah Khalib at Dima Bilan’s Dubai concert, according to producer Yana Rudkovskaya on her Telegram channel. She stated that on May 6, Dima Bilan and Basta would perform in Dubai, while Jah Khalib would not be appearing. Rudkovskaya added that a substitute was arranged on the field and that she informed the audience about the change.
The concert is scheduled for May 6, but Rudkovskaya did not disclose the reasons behind the artist change. This shift in lineup has prompted fans to seek clarification from the organizers and now questions about the change are circulating in fan communities and media outlets.
Earlier, Jah Khalib toured Moscow and St. Petersburg, yet several shows were canceled after a vocal backlash from audiences and some lawmakers regarding a post about Ukraine. Fans urged organizers to halt Jah Khalib’s appearances, pointing to his expressed support for Ukraine following the start of the special operation. In his social media posts, he had written that he not only loves but also admires the Ukrainian people.
Meanwhile, on April 17, the Ministry of Culture asked Check to verify whether Mammadov is currently serving in the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Promoters had already pledged to issue refunds to ticket holders in light of these developments.
In response, Jah Khalib defended his position regarding Ukraine, emphasizing his stance amid the ongoing situation. The evolving public discussion around these events continues to shape expectations for future performances and appearances by the artists involved. [Source: official statements and media coverage attributed to public posts and ministry announcements]