Diljit Dosanjh Criticizes Selective Censorship of Songs and Films
The singer challenges alcohol-related song restrictions, questioning double standards in Indian cinema and media coverage.
- Diljit Dosanjh addressed criticism over alcohol references in his songs during his Lucknow concert, defending his work and questioning selective censorship.
- The controversy began after the Telangana government restricted him from performing songs promoting alcohol, drugs, or violence at his Hyderabad concert.
- Dosanjh highlighted that many of his hit songs, such as 'Born To Shine' and 'GOAT,' do not reference alcohol, countering a TV anchor's challenge.
- He argued that if censorship is applied to music, it should also extend to Indian films, which often feature alcohol-related scenes.
- Dosanjh emphasized that artists are often unfairly targeted, asserting the credibility of his work, including National Award-winning films.