'Thirst, high price and unruly crowd': Diljit Dosanjh's Delhi concert still had the x-factor and it was...

Written By Sonali Sharma | Updated: Oct 28, 2024, 03:32 PM IST

A Crowd of thousands of Music Lovers, the fatigue of continuous standing for four hours, water and cold drinks being priced 5 times more than the MRP... but all this seem jjustified when Diljit Dosanjh Enters the stage and says - Gabru tu vaari nu vi meetha bolda, ni tu ta pher jatt da pyar goraye.

A crowd of thousands of music enthusiasts stood for four hours, enduring fatigue as they paid exorbitant prices for water and cold drinks—five times the usual rates—but all of it felt worthwhile when Diljit Dosanjh took the stage and declared, "Gabru tu vaari nu vi meetha bolda, ni tu ta pher jatt da pyar goriye." It was a magical evening, truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Even if you aren't a devoted fan of Punjabi music or Diljit Dosanjh, trust me, witnessing this iconic artist perform live is an unforgettable experience. His ability to sing, dance and get thousands of fans grooving to his hit songs creates an almost euphoric atmosphere. 

You might be familiar with his tracks but on the night of October 27 at Delhi's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, when Diljit proudly proclaimed, "Main hoon Punjab," you couldn't help but feel compelled to cheer along. 

Diljit embodies an emotion and connection that resonates deeply with everyone in attendance. With all its authenticity and youthful exuberance, I experienced a side of Punjab that was new to me. The experience was nothing short of surreal.

While this particular song was originally performed by Mohit Chauhan in the film 'Chamkila', Diljit's rendition adds a unique flair that elevates it to cult status. After feeling the power of Diljit's performance, my heart couldn't help but echo his pride with a resounding 'Main Hoon Punjab...'