Mumbai (Commonwealth Union)_ Renowned Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a heartwarming meeting where both figures shared a candid conversation on various topics, including the singer’s global success, the cultural impact of Indian music, and the transformative power of yoga. PM Modi congratulated Diljit for his remarkable achievements on the international stage in a social media video.
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Praising the singer’s rise from humble beginnings, Modi remarked, “When a boy from an Indian village becomes famous on the global stage, it feels good. Your family named you Diljit, and you are winning everyone’s hearts.” Diljit, who hails from the vibrant Punjab region, responded with gratitude, sharing how his extensive travels across India had given him a deeper appreciation of the country’s vast cultural and historical richness. He said, “We used to read ‘Mera Bharat Mahan’ (My India is great), but when I started travelling around the country, that is when I realised why they say ‘Mera Bharat Mahan’.”
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The conversation then shifted to yoga, a subject that both Diljit and PM Modi have advocated for. Diljit, known for his promotion of yoga in his personal life, described it as “the greatest magic our country has to offer.” Prime Minister Modi, a staunch supporter of yoga, agreed, stating, “The one who has experienced yoga, they know its power.” They both emphasized the unifying potential of yoga, not only as a physical practice but as a tool for global mental and emotional wellness while also preserving India’s ancient heritage.
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The meeting also featured a light-hearted moment when Diljit sang a devotional song for the prime minister. PM Modi, visibly enjoying the performance, playfully tapped along to the rhythm on the adjacent table as though playing a dholak. This musical exchange showcased the mutual respect and friendship between the two personalities. As a gesture of appreciation, Diljit presented PM Modi with a poster from his “Dil-Luminati” tour, which has become one of the most talked-about events in the global music scene. The tour, which began in India, has garnered attention worldwide, further cementing Diljit’s place as an influential figure in the entertainment industry.
During the meeting, Diljit also spoke candidly about his experiences with censorship at concerts. Recently, some state governments instructed him to avoid performing songs with references to alcohol and drugs. Although Diljit complied by altering his lyrics, he expressed his discontent with what he called unnecessary policing of his art. He pointed out that similar references appear in Bollywood songs, yet he felt unjustly targeted. These issues had also arisen during his performances in Hyderabad and Chandigarh. This meaningful encounter between Diljit Dosanjh and PM Modi highlighted both their shared values and the power of art and culture to bring people together.
