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Diljit Dosanjh, a popular Punjabi singer-actor, is embroiled in a controversy after a news anchor criticized him for using alcohol-related lyrics in his songs He responded by highlighting the hypocrisy in censorship rules.
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During his "Dil-Luminati Tour," Diljit addressed the issue in a video on Instagram, pointing out that if censorship is to be enforced, it should apply equally to Indian cinema, which often glamorizes alcohol and violence
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Diljit mentioned that many of his successful songs, such as "Born to Shine" and "Goat," do not focus on alcohol, countering the anchor's challenge that he could not make hits without such themes
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He emphasized the double standards in targeting musicians while Indian films featuring alcohol-related themes face no similar scrutiny, suggesting artists are unfairly singled out
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Diljit highlighted that his films have won prestigious awards, indicating that his work is of high quality and not merely reliant on sensational themes
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The controversy arose when the state government of Hyderabad issued a notice asking him to refrain from performing songs about alcohol, drugs, and violence, sparking his criticism of the double standards
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Diljit argued that it is easy to label artists as soft targets and called for a balanced approach in news reporting, challenging the spread of fake news about his work
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The singer-actor's remarks reflect broader concerns about censorship and the uneven application of cultural standards within the Indian entertainment industry
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