Punjabi music sensation Diljit Dosanjh has sparked a wave of excitement among fans by hinting at a potential collaboration with global pop icon Shakira. Speaking at the Billboard Summit in Toronto on June 11, the singer-actor shared an interesting anecdote during a conversation with Grammy President Panos A Panay, teasing the possibility of an Indian rendition of Shakira’s chart-topping hit, Hips Don’t Lie.
A video of the moment, which has since gone viral, was shared by a fan page on Instagram. In the clip, Panay brings up a rumour about Diljit carpooling with Shakira. Laughing, he asks, “Rumour has it that you carpooled with Shakira. I am curious how you see these collaborations from an artistic point of view?”
With his trademark charm, Diljit responded, “Hips don’t lie, sir,” drawing loud cheers and applause from the audience. He continued, “She (Shakira) invited me to her tour and suggested we do an Indian version of 'Hips Don’t Lie'. It’s going to be tricky, but I am in.”
The statement has left fans speculating eagerly about what a fusion between Latin pop and Punjabi beats could sound like.
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Diljit’s journey from regional stardom to global recognition is nothing short of extraordinary. He holds the distinction of being the first Indian artist with three albums charting on Billboard. In 2023, he made history as the first Punjabi artist to perform at the prestigious Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. He also became the first Indian Sikh artist to attend the Met Gala, cementing his status as a global cultural ambassador.
His international concert tour Dil-luminati witnessed sold-out shows across continents, further proving his massive fan base. With hits like Panga, Lover, Proper Patola, Born To Shine, and Lakk 28 Kudi Da, Diljit continues to push boundaries in the music industry.
On the film front, Diljit has also made significant strides, appearing in both Punjabi and Hindi cinema with acclaimed performances in movies such as Udta Punjab, Good Newwz, and Amar Singh Chamkila.
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