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Russian duo tATu unrecognisable after BBC lesbian kiss 'ban', gay row and cancer ordeal
Read more: James Corden’s life - sex boast, Gavin and Stacey 'feud' and Harvey Weinstein backlashHowever, it was faced with controversy for its “suggestive” lyrics and the raunchy music video was slammed for depicting themes of underage lesbianism or sex.The BBC's Top Of The Pops refused to show the video on its prime time Friday show - as the corporation claimed it had better exclusive footage of the duo.The provocative video saw the pair, who were dressed in school uniforms, kissing passionately in the rain while people on the other side of the bars they were behind watched on.However it was understood the BBC was extremely sensitive about the controversial video.Bosses reportedly feared it may offend viewers if it was shown before the 9pm watershed.Despite the fury and criticism, in the UK, the song topped the charts for four weeks and it was an international success.Over the years the duo continued to release music but they went their separate ways in 2011 to pursue solo music careers.They have since reunited to perform at special events including the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi.
