such songs send the wrong message.
Diljit Dosanjh found himself embroiled in legal trouble following his New Year’s Eve concert in Ludhiana, Punjab.
The event, held at the Punjab Agricultural University, served as the finale of his popular Dil-Luminati concert tour in India.
However, a complaint has been lodged against the singer for performing tracks allegedly promoting alcohol consumption.
The complainant was Punditrao Dharenavar, an assistant professor from Chandigarh.
He expressed his concerns over the impact of Dosanjh’s songs on young and underage fans.
Songs like ‘Patiala Pegg’, ‘5 Taara Theke’, and ‘Case (Jeeb Vicho Feem Labbiya)’ were specifically called out for their potentially harmful influence.
Dharenavar highlighted the presence of impressionable children at the event, arguing that such songs send the wrong message.
The complaint cited a 2019 Punjab and Haryana High Court ruling that prohibits songs that glorify alcohol, drugs, or violence at public events.
Dharenavar urged the Punjab Government’s Women and Child Department to take action.
His complaint requested the District Commissioner of Ludhiana to prevent Dosanjh from performing similar songs in the future.
He also criticised the singer for wearing a ‘pagdi’ (traditional turban) during the performance of these tracks.
Dharenavar claimed it was inappropriate to associate a revered cultural symbol with such themes.
The complaint is not the first instance of scrutiny over Diljit Dosanjh’s lyrics.
Prior to a previous concert in Hyderabad, the Telangana government had raised similar concerns, prompting the singer to modify his lyrics.
For instance, in his song ‘Lemonade’, lyrics included: “Tainu teri coke ch pasand aa Lemonade.”
Addressing the issue during the Telangana concert, Dosanjh expressed frustration over what he perceived as unfair censorship.
The singer said: “When artists from other countries come here, they are allowed to do whatever they want, but when someone from your own country sings, people get upset.”
He further suggested that his success might be difficult for some to accept, adding:
“Many people are unable to digest why such big shows are happening.”
Now, his Ludhiana performance faces legal criticism for allegedly continuing to promote harmful messages.
The concert was a last-minute addition to his tour and concluded the Indian leg of Dil-Luminati with grandeur.
Diljit Dosanjh has yet to respond to the latest complaint filed against him, leaving his audience eagerly awaiting his statement on the matter.
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