Punjabi music superstar and actor Diljit Dosanjh has faced sharp criticism from fellow singer Mika Singh regarding his promotional choices for recent Hindi cinema releases. Despite featuring in major projects such as Border 2 and Main Wapas Aaunga this year, Dosanjh completely avoided promoting these titles publicly. This deliberate detachment from his Hindi film commitments has left Mika Singh surprised, leading him to question the actor's professional stance and public messaging.
Praise for Global Reach Paired with Professional Concerns
Speaking in a recent interview, Mika Singh initially expressed genuine admiration for Dosanjh's international musical achievements. He clarified that he harbors no jealousy toward the artist and takes immense pride in his global ascent. Mika pointed out that following Daler Mehndi, Dosanjh is the only turbaned Punjabi artist to command such massive worldwide prominence. However, that appreciation quickly shifted to perplexity when Mika addressed Dosanjh's absolute refusal to support his Hindi film ventures publicly.
Disappointment Over Border 2 and Working with Sunny Deol
Mika focused intensely on the release of the patriotic sequel Border 2. He noted that while he might be mistaken, Dosanjh did not contribute even one percent toward promoting the movie. Furthermore, Mika expressed frustration that Dosanjh did not publicly acknowledge or express gratitude toward senior co-star Sunny Deol. According to Mika, sharing screen space with an established figure like Sunny Deol is a major milestone, yet Dosanjh never spoke about the project publicly and maintained total silence throughout its release window.
Social Media Silence Surrounding Theatrical Releases
Continuing his critique, Mika observed that the movie arrived in theatres and completed its run without a single promotional post surfacing across Dosanjh's digital profiles. A similar pattern followed with Main Wapas Aaunga, where no updates or acknowledgments were shared with audiences. Mika argued that the only film Dosanjh actively promoted was a project featuring a Pakistani actress, directly referencing the Punjabi release Sardaar Ji 3, which starred Pakistani actress Hania Aamir.
Advice Offered from an Elder Brother Perspective
Adopting an elder brotherly tone, Mika advised Dosanjh against maintaining conflicting attitudes toward the Hindi film industry. He questioned the logic of working within Bollywood while refusing to promote its cinematic output. Mika remarked that claiming an industry is unnecessary while continuing to accept projects within it creates an inconsistent impression. Describing Border 2 as one of the country's most significant films deeply rooted in Indian soil, Mika challenged audiences to check Dosanjh's Instagram handle themselves to verify whether even a single promotional video for the feature exists.
Controversy Surrounding Sardaar Ji 3 and Theatrical Cancellation
The controversy surrounding Sardaar Ji 3 intensified significantly due to the casting of Pakistani actress Hania Aamir. Widespread protests erupted across India following a horrific terrorist attack in Pahalgam that claimed the lives of 26 innocent people. In the wake of that national tragedy, intense public anger flared against collaborating with Pakistani artists, prompting numerous organizations to stage demonstrations against the project. Acknowledging the massive public outrage and prioritizing national sentiments, the filmmakers ultimately made the firm decision not to release Sardaar Ji 3 in Indian cinema halls.
