Los Angeles, USA - Popular singer Diljit Dosanjh is facing accusations of not paying background dancers during his Dil-Luminati tour. Rajat Batta, a well-known dance studio owner, has taken to social media to voice his concerns.
Key Details:
- Rajat Batta, owner of several dance institutes, accused Diljit Dosanjh of not paying background dancers during the Dil-Luminati tour.
- Batta expressed his disappointment on social media, highlighting the lack of payment for dancers.
- Despite his admiration for Diljit's success, Batta insists that dancers should be part of the production budget.
Rajat Rocky Batta, who runs RRB Dance Company in Los Angeles, accused Diljit Dosanjh of expecting desi dancers to perform for free during his international tour. Batta shared his concerns on social media, stating that the community is proud of Diljit's achievements but disheartened by his treatment of background dancers.
Batta wrote, "All of the desi dancers in Diljit’s Diluminati Tour were not paid and were just expected to perform for free. It’s disappointing to see an artist of this calibre cut corners by stepping on the throats of the Desi Dancer industry."
He emphasized that dancers should be included in the production budget and fairly compensated for their contributions.
Diljit Dosanjh is a renowned Indian singer, actor, and television presenter. He has achieved significant success in both Punjabi and Hindi cinema and is known for his energetic performances and hit songs.
His Dil-Luminati tour marks a significant milestone. It includes sold-out performances across the US and Canada, making it one of the largest Punjabi music tours outside India.
The tour kicked off with a historic performance at Vancouver's BC Place Stadium, drawing over 50,000 fans, and continues to garner massive audiences across North America. The tour's success underscores Diljit's global appeal and the growing popularity of Punjabi music worldwide.
Response from Diljit's Team:
Diljit Dosanjh's manager, Sonali, responded to the allegations, stating that Rajat Batta and Manpreet Toor were not officially contacted by their team and that the claims being presented on social media are false. This controversy has cast a shadow over what has otherwise been a successful tour.
This controversy has sparked discussions about the treatment of background dancers in the entertainment industry. The South Asian community in the US and Canada is keenly observing how this situation will unfold, hoping for a resolution that ensures fair treatment for all artists involved.