Mika Singh has praised Diljit Dosanjh for taking Punjabi music to a worldwide viewers, however he additionally has one query for the singer-actor: why does he not promote his Bollywood movies extra? In a latest dialog with Instances Now, Mika stated he was happy with Diljit’s success however was confused by what he sees as an absence of promotion for a few of his Hindi movies, together with Border 2.
Mika questions Diljit’s Border 2 promotion
Mika was requested if he felt jealous of Diljit’s success. He stated there was no motive for him to really feel that approach and as an alternative spoke about how proud he was to see one other Punjabi singer make it large. Mika dismissed any suggestion of jealousy, saying he was happy with Diljit and his achievements. He credited Diljit with carrying ahead the legacy of Daler Mehndi as a turbaned Punjabi singer who has made a robust mark within the music trade.
Mika then introduced up Border 2, which starred Diljit alongside Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan and Ahan Shetty. Directed by Anurag Singh, the movie is a sequel to the 1997 conflict drama Border and launched in January 2026.
In line with Mika, Diljit might have spoken extra concerning the movie and his expertise of working with Sunny Deol. “I might be improper, however I really feel that when Border 2 got here out, Diljit paaji didn’t advertise even one per cent. He did not even thank Sunny paaji one p.c. I’ve by no means seen Diljit say, ‘It’s a large factor that my movie with Sunny Deol is coming.’ He by no means spoke about Border 2. When the movie got here out, and even afterwards, I did not see him publish about it. And Fundamental Vaapas Aaunga was additionally launched, however he did not put up any publish. He made just one publish about his movie by which there was a Pakistani artist,” Mika added.
He went on to query why Diljit would select to not promote Bollywood initiatives regardless of being a part of them. “I do not perceive this. Why do not you promote Bollywood while you work in Bollywood? You then say, ‘I do not want Bollywood,’ however you’re employed in Bollywood. I’m saying these items to him as a brother. Border 2 is likely one of the largest movies for our nation. It’s a movie about Hindustan. Why do not you publish about it? You’ll be able to examine his Instagram and see if there’s even one video the place he has promoted Border 2,” he added.
Diljit did share promotional materials for Border 2. He unveiled his first look in December 2025 and featured within the movie’s promotional marketing campaign. He additionally shared some behind-the-scenes movies from the movie and songs.
Mika talks about Sardaar Ji 3
Mika additionally spoke about Diljit’s Sardaar Ji 3, which starred Hania Aamir alongside Diljit and Neeru Bajwa. “The one one he posted was about his movie with the Pakistani heroine (Hania Aamir). Neeru Bajwa can be in that movie, however there was no point out of Neeru Bajwa. I really feel it’s best to promote every little thing,” he stated.
Sardaar Ji 3 grew to become controversial in 2025 as a result of Hania was a part of the forged. Her involvement got here below scrutiny amid tensions between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror assault. The movie didn’t launch theatrically in India and as an alternative opened abroad on June 27, 2025.
Mika says he supported Diljit
Regardless of his latest feedback about Diljit Dosanjh’s movie promotions, Mika made it clear that his remarks don’t take away from the help he has proven the singer through the years. He recalled standing by Diljit when he confronted backlash from Khalistani teams, publicly defending him at a time when he was being focused.
Mika identified that Diljit had at all times represented Punjabi music on a worldwide stage and stated he didn’t deserve the criticism he was going through. He maintained that he had supported the singer as a result of he was happy with the way in which Diljit had taken Punjabi music to a wider viewers. He additionally regarded again at their equation from the early days of Diljit’s profession. He recalled Diljit visiting him and the 2 sharing butter rooster, including with amusing that the singer has since turned vegetarian.
Mika remembered how his Lokhandwala studio would typically be utilized by Diljit’s group each time they wanted a spot to document at brief discover. He stated Diljit’s supervisor Sonali would name him each time there was an pressing requirement, and he was at all times prepared to assist.
Mika talks concerning the controversy
Again in June 2025, Mika had taken to his Instagram account to take a dig at Diljit with out naming him. He wrote, “Desh Pehle. Guys, as everyone knows, the connection between India and Pakistan is not going effectively proper now. But some individuals proceed to behave irresponsibly. Earlier than releasing any content material that includes artists from throughout the border, they need to assume twice — particularly when our nation’s dignity is concerned.”
The singer went on so as to add, “There was a movie that includes Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor that many people opposed, and but, some nonetheless do not appear to get the message. What’s extra surprising is {that a} pretend singer, after doing 10 reveals in India with hundreds of followers shopping for tickets, has now disappeared — leaving followers betrayed and helpless.”
About Diljit Dosanjh
Diljit Dosanjh was final seen in Imtiaz Ali’s Fundamental Vaapas Aaunga. The movie launched in June 2026, by which co-starred alongside actors like Naseeruddin Shah, Rajat Kapoor, Sharvari and Vedang Raina. The singer-actor will now be bringing his Aura stadium tour to India and has introduced a number of cities because the tour stops.