Punjabi singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh has once again chosen peace and positivity over confrontation. Amid recent threats from a Khalistani terror group for allegedly “insulting” the Sikh community, the global star responded in his signature calm and cryptic manner by preaching love and unity during his Australia concert in Brisbane on October 29, 2025.
Diljit’s Message Amid Controversy
During his Brisbane concert, a video clip showed Diljit addressing the audience in Punjabi, speaking about love and spiritual togetherness. Without naming anyone or directly mentioning the threats, he said:
“I will always keep talking about love. For me, this Earth is one. My Guru says, ‘Ik Onkar.’ I was born from this earth, I got my life from this land and one day I will return to this soil. So, there is only love from my side for everyone, even if someone gets jealous of me or trolls me. I will always spread the message of love. I have always done so. I don’t care how anyone feels about it.”
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The crowd erupted in applause as he concluded his heartfelt message with “Punjabi aa gaye oye!” reaffirming his connection to his cultural roots and audience.
In a social media post following the performance, Diljit also mentioned his next concert in Melbourne, scheduled for November 1, followed by shows in Adelaide (November 5) and Perth (November 9), as part of his ongoing Australia tour.
Background: Why Did the Threats Arise?
The controversy erupted after Diljit appeared on Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 earlier this month, where he was seen touching Amitabh Bachchan’s feet as a gesture of respect. This act sparked outrage among members of a Khalistani extremist group, who accused the singer of “insulting the victims” of the 1984 Sikh Genocide.
The group alleged that Bachchan had “publicly incited Hindustani mobs” with the slogan “Khoon Ka Badla Khoon” (Blood for Blood) on October 31, 1984, following the assassination of then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. They claimed that by showing respect to Bachchan, Diljit had “hurt Sikh sentiments” and “disrespected the memory of genocide victims.”
While there are no official allegations or legal findings linking Bachchan to the 1984 violence, he has faced repeated criticism from certain Sikh organisations over the years for his alleged remarks during that period.
Threats to Melbourne Concert
The same Khalistani outfit issued a public threat to disrupt Diljit’s Melbourne concert, scheduled for November 1, stating that it coincides with Sikh Genocide Remembrance Month. The group warned that the concert represented “an insult to the 1984 victims” and claimed they would protest the event.
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However, as of now, Australian authorities have not confirmed any security concerns or issued official advisories related to the singer’s tour. Diljit himself has not made any direct comment on the threats, maintaining his long-standing approach of addressing controversies through music and positive messaging rather than confrontation.
Continuing His Record-Breaking Run
Despite the controversy, Diljit’s international success remains unshaken. Earlier this year, he made history by becoming the first Indian artist to sell out an entire stadium in Sydney, cementing his global status as a trailblazer for Punjabi music.
With his ongoing “Dil-Luminati” world tour and consistent advocacy for love and unity, Diljit Dosanjh continues to prove that even in the face of hostility, his voice for harmony speaks louder than hate.