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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.
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