As Diljit Dosanjh is all set to begin his ‘Dil-Luminati’ tour, there have always been controversies rife with the popular singer-actor. Be it the recent Enforcement Directorate looking into issues of ticketing irregularities or stirring border debates with some emotional fan interactions, Diljit Dosanjh has never really been out of the public eye. Take a look at some of the major controversies surrounding him.
ED raids for illegal ticket sales
The Enforcement Directorate recently began probing suspected illegal ticket sales for Diljit Dosanjh’s “Dil-Luminati” tour and Coldplay’s Mumbai concert. After FIRs raised allegations of black-marketing tickets, the ED conducted raids across Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur, Chandigarh, and Bangalore. The ED found that there were fake ticket operations on Instagram, WhatsApp, and Telegram, indicating large-scale manipulations in ticket sales. According to the statement issued by ED, those selling spurious tickets would be under its ongoing probe for the ED wants fans to have equitable access to such much-hyped concerts.
In this case, this is another dimension of a huge issue involving the Dosanjh kickstart.
Borders are drawn by politicians’: Diljit’s peace message sparks debate
Earlier, Diljit Dosanjh was seen sharing an affectionate moment with a Pakistani fan as well, while singing in Manchester. He said for him, “Hindustan and Pakistan are the same” because Punjabis love everyone. He said this while dressed in Punjabi attire in a jam-packed stadium that invited him to speak aloud-thus inviting loud applauses, however, online backlash rained over his loyalty from fans questioning his loyalty. His statement, made in Punjabi attire to a packed stadium, was met with loud applause but sparked an online backlash, with some fans questioning his loyalty. While many praised his call for peace, critics accused him of undermining sacrifices. Despite the mixed reactions, Dosanjh’s message touched many and added another layer to his persona as an advocate for unity.
Delhi concert issue
September this year saw another hurdle for Diljit Dosanjh-a Delhi law student filing a legal notice against the organizers of the concert in the capital, accusing them of ticket malpractice. The notice claimed that the tickets went live much before the advertised date, forcing fans into a mad rush to book a seat. The complaint was of artificial inflated demand, “unfair trade practices,” and even the creation of a shortage to boost resale prices has the fans crying out for some transparency in the matter as Dosanjh’s team takes steps to prove these accusations before his much-awaited Delhi show.
The Truth behind Diljit Dosanjh’s ‘Dil-Luminati’ tour name
The tour name, “Dil-Luminati” by Diljit Dosanjh has created an endless speculation. Some fans have associated him with the secret society Illuminati. They argue that his current tour branding would indicate cult affiliations. Dosanjh defended the rumors while saying he was connected to the spiritual “crown chakra.” He jokingly mentioned it in one of his Sydney shows, attributing it to the internet gossip. Blending his name with “Illuminati,” Dosanjh says he sought a unique, catchy title for his tour, bringing peace to fans intrigued by the singer’s choice of symbolism and spirituality.
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