Diljit Dosanjh, Who has become a popular name in the Indian music and film industry with his songs and acting, is surrounded in controversies these days regarding his live concerts. This time the matter is of violation of the decision given by the Punjab and Haryana High Court in 2019. Diljit’s live show is being accused of promoting alcohol and drugs, and a new complaint has come to light on this issue.
Diljit Dosanjh’s Luminati Music Concert: A Controversial Start
Diljit Dosanjh’s Luminati Music Concert was held at Punjab Agricultural University in Ludhiana on 31 December. Many controversies started arising from the very beginning of this show, when questions were raised on the selection of some songs. In this show, Diljit performed his famous songs like ‘Theke’, ‘Kes’ and ‘Patiala Peg’, which point towards alcohol and drugs. These songs have already been in controversies many times in India, and once again faced protests regarding these songs.
Complaint of Assistant Professor Panditrao Dharanvar
This time a serious allegation has come to light, when Panditrao Dharanwar, an assistant professor from Chandigarh, filed a complaint against Diljit Dosanjh. Panditrao says that in the live show organized on December 31, songs promoting alcohol and drugs were sung, whereas according to the order of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, such songs cannot be played in public programs.
Dharenwar clarified in his complaint that the High Court had ordered in 2019 that songs promoting alcohol, drugs and violence would not be played at public events. Despite this, Diljit promoted these issues through his songs, for which he is now being criticized.
2019 High Court order and Diljeet’s violation
In the decision of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, it was made clear that songs promoting alcohol and drugs will not be played in public programs organized in the state. Its objective was to spread awareness about drugs and violence among the youth. But Diljit ignored this decision and sang songs in his concert which promoted these issues.
Following this complaint against Diljit, the Deputy Director of Children’s Department has also issued a formal notice to Diljit, requesting him not to sing songs promoting alcohol or violence in the live show on December 31. Despite this, Diljit continued performing these songs, which made the issue even more serious.
Telangana District Welfare Officer’s notice and Diljit’s statement
Earlier, a notice was also issued to Diljit by the District Welfare Officer of Telangana, requesting the singer to stop playing songs promoting alcohol and drugs like ‘Patiala Peg’ and ‘Panj’ during his live shows. Don’t sing ‘Tara’. After this notice, Diljit gave his reaction during a program in Ahmedabad. He had said that if the Indian government bans alcohol, he will stop making songs related to alcohol. He said that if all the states declare themselves as liquor-free states, they promise that they will never sing songs about liquor.
Despite controversies, Diljit’s immense fan following
However, despite these controversies rising against Diljit, there has been no decrease in the number of his fans. Diljit’s songs and music have a special kind of appeal which attracts the youth. Despite this, such controversies can harm his image. Many people believe that Diljit should change his lyrics to improve his public image.
Singer’s reaction on social media
Diljit has given his reaction to this controversy on social media. He said that his aim was never to divert the youth in the wrong direction. He said that he always tries to give positive messages through his music. However, despite the controversies, he said that he will not change his music style and will always stand with his fans.
What will happen in future?
Now the question arises whether more legal action will be taken against Diljeet or will this matter end here? If this case escalates, Diljit may have to face legal and public criticism. Additionally, these cases may also serve as a warning to other artists who promote alcohol and drugs in their songs.
This controversy has once again raised the question whether artists in the Indian music industry should take social responsibility in their songs. While Diljit’s popularity has not diminished, this controversy may affect his future. Now it remains to be seen whether Diljit improves his image and changes his songs or this controversy will become an even bigger hurdle in the way of his success.
