Diljit Dosanjh to Karan Aujla: 8 Punjabi singers who shattered global records
Punjabi music isn’t just regional anymore—it’s global. From Coachella stages to Billboard charts, these singers have smashed records, packed stadiums, and turned Punjabi beats into a worldwide phenomenon.
Diljit Dosanjh – First Punjabi singer to perform at Coachella, broke attendance records in Vancouver with the largest Punjabi concert abroad, sold out arenas worldwide, and put Punjabi music firmly on the global map.
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Sidhu Moose Wala – Created history with the most number-one singles on Billboard India, billions of streams across Spotify and YouTube, global chart placements in UK and Canada, and became a cultural icon even after his passing.
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Karan Aujla – First Punjabi artist to hit No.1 on Billboard Canada Albums Chart with Making Memories, known for unmatched consistency in hit-making, blending hard-hitting rap with melodic tracks, and carrying the “Geet’an Di Machine” title.
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Shubh – Rose from Canada to worldwide fame with viral Spotify hits, featured solo on Billboard Canada’s cover, sold out international tours, and established Punjabi rap as a global youth sound.
Jass Manak – His blockbuster track Lehanga crossed 1.8 billion views on YouTube, making him one of the most-streamed Punjabi singers ever, with a string of youthful love anthems that dominate wedding and party playlists.
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AP Dhillon – Redefined Punjabi music with Brown Munde, built the “Brown Munde” movement for diaspora identity, sold out North America and UK tours, and created a cult following with his Not By Chance and Hidden Gems projects.
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Amrit Maan – Known for his trademark beard and bold lyrics, broke records with collaborations alongside Sidhu Moose Wala, created back-to-back viral hits, and emerged as a core voice in modern Punjabi hip-hop culture.
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Babbu Maan – A legendary figure who became the first Punjabi singer to win Best International Artist at the World Music Awards, dominated charts for decades with albums like Ohi Chann Ohi Rataan, and remains the face of folk-rooted Punjabi music.
