'Don't Teach Punjabis How to Fight': Diljit Dosanjh's Bold Jibe at CJP
Diljit Dosanjh addresses the "I'm an artist" controversy during his Delhi show with a bold message about Punjabis. Read the full story here.
The energy was electric at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi this Friday night as global superstar Diljit Dosanjh took the stage. While the crowd was there to groove to his chart-topping hits, the singer used the platform to address a simmering controversy that has followed him for months, delivering a punchy message that has since gone viral.
The 'Artist' Controversy Revisited
The tension dates back to an Instagram Live session a few months ago. During that stream, Diljit was asked to comment on protests led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) in Delhi. The singer's response at the time was a plea for neutrality, stating, “Bro, keep me away from protests and such things. I am an artist. I am not a politician.”
This particular remark—specifically the "I am an artist" part—did not sit well with CJP activist Abhijeet Dipke, who publicly criticized the 'GOAT' singer for distancing himself from the social cause.
A Fiery Response in Delhi
Fast forward to Friday night, and Diljit appeared ready to set the record straight, albeit indirectly. Without naming names, he addressed the audience and the critics in a moment that blended humility with Punjabi pride.
“I love all of you because I am an artist, bro. I am being quiet, so let me stay quiet. I support all of you,” Diljit told the crowd. However, he quickly shifted gears, adding a stern warning: “Punjabian nu na sikhaao ladaayia kida ladnaa. But don't teach Punjabis how to fight.”
The concert reached a symbolic peak with a massive laser display that flashed two distinct captions: “Main Hoon Punjab” (I am Punjab) and “I'm an artist.”
CJP Activist Calls for Peace
Following the viral clip of the concert, Abhijeet Dipke took to Instagram to respond, but instead of escalating the feud, he opted for a gesture of reconciliation. Dipke expressed his long-standing admiration for Diljit, admitting that the original comment had hurt him precisely because he held the singer in such high regard.
Dipke revealed that he had even attended Diljit's concert in Chicago this past May, citing respect for the singer's authenticity and his ability to take Indian culture to a global stage.
“Paaji, back in June, when we were protesting, I was a little hurt by your comment... But one disagreement or misunderstanding doesn’t change the respect and admiration I have for you. Baaki paaji, chota bhai samajh ke mitti pao,” Dipke wrote, urging the singer to let the matter slide.
The activist concluded his note with a poetic touch, quoting a lyric: ‘Gabru ta vairi nu vi mitha bolda, ni tu ta ferr jatt da pyaar goriye.’