Diljit Dosanjh brings charm and emotion to KBC episode:Shares Abu Dhabi story, sings Khuda Gawah song; faces controversy over touching Amitabh Bachchan’s feet

Diljit Dosanjh narrating the Abu Dhabi story to Amitabh Bachchan on the set of KBC.

A brand new teaser for Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh’s episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC), airing tonight at 9 PM, has created a buzz amongst followers. The promo captures Diljit’s humour, appeal, and his heartwarming interplay with Amitabh Bachchan as he recounts a memorable incident from his current Abu Dhabi live performance.

Within the teaser, Diljit shares how non-Punjabis within the UAE recognise Amitabh Bachchan greater than him. He narrated, ‘I visited a mosque and informed individuals there, ‘You could have served us a lot, please come to my present.’ I requested in the event that they take heed to Punjabi songs. They stated they don’t, however they bear in mind Khuda Gawah, the movie and its title tune.” Moved by this, Diljit sang the Khuda Gawah title observe whereas sitting on the KBC sizzling seat. Amitabh Bachchan, clearly touched, clapped and exclaimed ‘Wow!’ in appreciation.

Amitabh Bachchan recites his iconic dialogue

Reminiscing concerning the 1992 traditional, Amitabh recited one among his strongest traces from Khuda Gawah, ‘Sarzameen-e-Hindustan, Salaam Walekum. My title is Badshah Khan. My faith is love, my religion is love.’ Diljit listened in awe, palms folded in respect, visibly moved by Bachchan’s highly effective supply.

Diljit Dosanjh singing a tune from the movie Khuda Gawah.

Followers request ‘Ik Kudi’

Through the shoot, a lady from the viewers informed Diljit how a lot she cherished his emotional tune Ik Kudi. She requested him to sing it dwell, and he obliged. His rendition of Ik Kudi Jehda Naam Mohabbat… Gum Hai… obtained a standing ovation, with the viewers cheering and thanking him warmly.

Girls requesting Diljit to sing the ‘Ik Kudi’ tune.

Playful banter with the KBC host

Diljit’s pure humour shone via as he jokingly requested Bachchan for an additional lifeline. When Bachchan refused, he quipped, ‘If it’s misplaced someplace, then give it.’ Bachchan laughed and replied, ‘Diljit ji, I didn’t know that apart from being a singer, you’re additionally a scholar.’

Controversy surrounding the episode

Nevertheless, the episode isn’t free from controversy. Khalistani extremist Gurpatwant Singh Pannu reportedly threatened Diljit for touching Amitabh Bachchan’s ft on KBC, citing the actor’s alleged position throughout the 1984 Sikh riots. Voice calls containing threats have been circulated, although Dainik Bhaskar has not independently verified these claims. Earlier, Diljit confronted one other controversy in Sydney when Sikh attendees carrying kirpans have been denied entry to his live performance. The incident sparked protests exterior the venue however didn’t have an effect on the large turnout for the present.

Because the much-awaited KBC episode airs tonight, viewers can anticipate a heartfelt change between two generations of Indian icons, Amitabh Bachchan and Diljit Dosanjh, mixing humour, nostalgia, and music in excellent concord.