Amid sold out shows and cheering fans across the world, Diljit Dosanjh continues to shine with his Aura World Tour. His concerts are full of energy, music and strong fan support, but recently the singer shared a more personal side of his journey. During a live performance in Edmonton, Diljit paused to speak honestly about the challenges he faces because of his identity and fame.
While interacting with the crowd, Diljit promised to make the night special for his fans. The atmosphere was lively as many young fans started chanting “Punjabi aa gaye oye,” showing their excitement and pride. Diljit smiled and repeated the phrase, but also added a thoughtful message. He said that once this spirit reaches the younger generation, it stays with them forever. His tone then became more serious as he spoke about how he is often criticised no matter where he goes.
Diljit shared that he faces negative comments from different sides. He explained that when he is in India, some people label him unfairly, and when he is abroad, he faces a different kind of criticism. He admitted that this leaves him confused at times, as he feels caught in between. Despite this, he made it clear that he believes he is following the right path and chooses to respond with love rather than anger.
This is not the first time Diljit has addressed such situations during his tour. Earlier, during a concert in Calgary, he noticed some audience members waving controversial flags. He calmly responded by saying people can express themselves, but he will continue to focus on his music and make Punjab proud on global stages.
Diljit also spoke about his appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, where he highlighted an important historical event related to the Punjabi community. By sharing such stories, he showed how the community has grown and gained recognition worldwide.
After successful shows in cities like Vancouver and Calgary, Diljit is now set to perform in many more places across North America, including New York, Toronto and Los Angeles. His tour continues to attract huge crowds and strong support.
On the film side, Diljit will next be seen in Main Vaapas Aaunga, directed by Imtiaz Ali. The film also stars Naseeruddin Shah, Sharvari and Vedang Raina, with music by A. R. Rahman. It is expected to release in theatres on June 12, 2026.