Diljit Singh Dosanjh was born on January 6, 1984, to a Sikh family in the Jalandhar district, Punjab, India. He is an Indian singer, film producer, actor, and television presenter. He works in Punjabi music and has gained international recognition by reaching the Billboard social 50 charts in 2020. He is featured in various music charts, like Canadian music charts, UK Asian charts, and New Zealand hot singles.
In early 2011, the singer made his debut in the acting industry. He starred in Jatt & Julliet, Sardaarji, and Good Newwz. As an actor, he won the PTC Punjabi Film Award for best actor and the Filmfare Award for the best male debut.
Diljit Singh Dosanjh also started an NGO called as Saanjh Foundation, which he launched on his birthday. The vision of the organisation is to focus on underprivileged children, seniors, and old-age homes. It is also associated with youth empowerment issues and anti-bullying.
Today, Diljit Dosanjh is widely recognized for his remarkable music albums and is the first ever Punjabi singer to be featured at Times Square in New York City.
Anas Khan from Delhi University is accused of offering cash and passes to female freshers for a concert. Following outrage and viral messages, he has been suspended and is facing demands for strict action.
Actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh was required to fill out a mandatory C-form under Foreigners Regional Registration Office regulations during his stay at a five-star hotel in Agra. Indian rules mandate that any foreign national staying at a hotel, homestay, or guest house must complete this digital document, allowing the government to track foreign visitors. The hotel informed the authorities after Dosanjh's team initially refused to fill the form, citing that he had never completed one during previous stays in India. Following a warning from the Lucknow registration office team that non-compliance could result in legal action or an FIR, the singer completed the document.
The big talking point of this episode of To The Point is the controversy over the removal of actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh-starrer film Satluj from OTT platform ZEE5 just days after its digital release.
Why is K. P. S. Gill back in the headlines after Diljit Dosanjh's Satluj was taken down in India?
This edition of '5 Live' broadcast focusses on the impact of ethanol-blended petrol in India, analysing the transition to E20 and the speculation over E25 fuel.
Pushed back for years. Renamed multiple times. Reportedly asked to make 127 cuts. Finally released—only to be taken down from OTT within 48 hours.
The Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has accepted the resignation of Champat Rai following allegations of donation theft, appointing Krishna Mohan as the interim General Secretary.
From gossip about male actors spending hours doing push-ups in vanity vans to opening up about dating rumours, relationships on set and her massive crush on Diljit Dosanjh, actress Tridha Choudhury gets candid in this unfiltered chat with Shreya.
Diljit Dosanjh and Manushi Chhillar’s new song ‘Kufar’ sparked buzz over a three-second shot that many found questionable.
Punjabi singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh is facing backlash from Khalistani outfit Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) after a viral clip from Kaun Banega Crorepati showed him touching Amitabh Bachchan’s feet.
Actor Pawan Kalyan's 'They Call Him OG' is taking theatres by storm. In Da Club's latest episode has a look at the film's box office report. It also gives details about Karan Johar's next directorial venture and late singer Zubeen Garg's last project.
As Punjab reels from devastating floods that submerged over 2,200 villages and claimed 55 lives, artists have stepped forward with relentless relief and rebuilding efforts.
Actor Diljit Dosanjh has released a heartfelt message addressing the flood fury in Punjab, paying tribute to the state's resilience. He stated, "Punjab zakhmi hai. Par hara nahin hai (Punjab is wounded, but not defeated)."
Diljit Dosanjh shared a video from the sets of 'Border 2', denying rumours of his replacement amid the 'Sardaar Ji 3' controversy. While the film body has lifted its ban on him, filmmaker Bhushan Kumar has vowed he will not cast the singer-turned-actor in future projects.
BJP leader and singer Hans Raj Hans has come out in support of actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh amid the ongoing controversy surrounding Sardaar Ji 3. In an exclusive conversation with India Today, Hans addressed the backlash and voiced his opinion on the matter.
NewsTrack on India Today discusses the controversy surrounding Diljit Dosanjh's film 'Sardarji 3' featuring a Pakistani actress. Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah supports Diljit, stating he's not to blame for the casting. The film, shot before the Pahalgam terror attack, hasn't been released in India due to public sentiment. The debate centers on cultural ties with Pakistan amid tensions between the two nations.
Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah is the latest to speak out on the controversy surrounding Diljit Dosanjh’s ‘Sardaar Ji 3’. In a post on X, he came out in support of the singer-turned-actor, stating that Dosanjh had no involvement in the film’s casting decisions.
The big talking point of this episode of Democratic Newsroom is the raging controversy over Diljit Dosanjh's collaboration with Pakistani actor Hania Aamir for his upcoming movie 'Sardaar Ji 3'.
Mika Singh exclusively spoke to India Today, expressing his disappointment in singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh, amid 'Sardaar Ji 3' row. He urged Dosanjh to apologise and take down posts promoting the upcoming film.
Diljit Dosanjh’s new film Sardaar Ji 3 won’t release in India—because it features Pakistani actress Hania Aamir.
