Meet actor and singer who performed kirtans at 11, owns private jet and is now ruling the globe, LITERALLY

Meet actor and singer who performed kirtans at 11, owns private jet and is now ruling the globe, LITERALLY

As a lifestyle expert with a keen eye for success stories, I must say that Diljit Dosanjh is undeniably a shining star in the entertainment industry. From humble beginnings performing kirtans at local gurdwaras to ruling the global stage with his tours and acting prowess, his journey is nothing short of inspiring.


Today’s spotlight shines on an individual who has captured our hearts through his exceptional singing, acting, and humble demeanor. At just 11 years old, he showcased his talent for kirtans, and now he stands as a shining star. Not only does he own a private jet, but he continues to bring India pride on international stages.

He is none other than Diljit Dosanjh, who has been captivating audiences worldwide with his tour performances. Recently, he was featured in the crew of Kareena Kapoor Khan, Tabu, and Kriti Sanon, as well as alongside Parineeti Chopra in Amar Singh Chamkila. He can also be seen in numerous other films.

6th of January, 1984 marks the birthdate of Diljit Dosanjh, a versatile figure from India who is known for his work as a singer, actor, producer, and television personality. His professional endeavors span across Punjabi music and later, both Punjabi and Hindi cinema. Diljit spent the early years of his life in Dosanjh Kalan before moving to Ludhiana, Punjab where he completed his formal education, which included graduating from Shri Guru Harkrishan Public School. During his school days, Diljit kick-started his singing career by performing Kirtan at local gurdwaras.

In the year 2016, he launched his career in Bollywood with the crime-thriller “Udta Punjab.” Since then, he’s demonstrated his acting skills in various films such as “Good Newzz,” “Jatt & Juliet,” its sequel, “Amar Singh Chamkila,” “Crew,” “Sardaarji 2,” “Welcome to New York,” “Jogi,” and many more.

Discussing his musical journey, Diljit debuted with his first album “Ishq Da Uda Ada” in 2003 under the label Finetone Cassettes, a branch of T-Series. Following this, his second album “Dil” was released by Finetone Cassettes in 2004. He gradually gained fame with subsequent albums.

In 2020, Dosanjh made it onto the Social 50 chart by Billboard after releasing his 11th album, G.O.A.T. This album eventually climbed to number one on Billboard’s Top Triller Global chart.

In April 2023, Dosanjh marked a significant milestone by being the first Indian Punjabi artist to perform at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. Later in June 2024, he graced the stage on Jimmy Fallon’s well-known talk show, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, where he performed two songs, Born to Shine and GOAT. Notable Bollywood celebrities and his fellow cast member from Crew, Kareena, expressed their admiration for his appearance. Diljit’s DIL-LUMANTI Tour has been receiving overwhelming support from fans worldwide.

It’s said that the performer, both an actor and singer, is the owner of two residences – one valued around 120 million rupees located in Khar, Bandra, and another situated in California. Additionally, he is the proprietor of a private aircraft, with an estimated net worth totaling 1720 million rupees.

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2024-08-12 19:52