American singer Chris Brown on Friday pleaded not guilty to an assault charge over an alleged bottle attack at a London nightclub two years ago.

Appearing at Southwark Crown Court, the Grammy-winning artist denied accusations that he attempted to unlawfully and maliciously cause grievous bodily harm with intent to Abraham Diaw at Tape nightclub in Mayfair, London, on February 19, 2023, as per CNN.

Brown confirmed his name and date of birth before entering his plea, saying: "Not guilty ma`am" during the hearing at Southwark Crown Court, according to PA Media news agency. His co-defendant, Omololu Akinlolu, a US national who turned 39 on the day of the hearing, denied the same charge.