Amid recent accusations about the non-payment of desi dancers during the Dil-Luminati Tour, Diljit Dosanjh’s manager, Sonali, has issued a statement to address the controversy. The accusations emerged from social media, led by Rajat Batta, a Los Angeles-based entrepreneur and owner of several dance institutes, who expressed disappointment regarding the alleged lack of payment for dancers. Batta’s comments highlighted that dancers were expected to perform without remuneration, despite Diljit’s success.
In response, Sonali clarified that neither Rajat Batta nor Manpreet Toor were involved in the tour. “Our official team never contacted Rajat Batta or Manpreet Toor, who are presenting false narratives on social media. Rajat and Manpreet were not part of the Dil-Luminati Tour in any way,” the statement read. The official choreographers for the tour were Balwinder Singh, Preet Chahal, Divya, and Parth from Vancouver. Sonali urged those not involved to refrain from spreading misinformation.
Social Media Reactions
Rajat Batta took to Instagram, tagging Diljit Dosanjh and expressing his concerns: “We are proud of Diljit breaking barriers but deeply disappointed that desi dancers are still undervalued. All dancers in the Dil-Luminati Tour were not paid and were expected to perform for free. It’s disappointing to see an artist of this caliber cutting corners at the expense of the desi dancer community.”
In response to these claims, several dancers who participated in the tour posted their own statements. They expressed their honor and gratitude for the opportunity to showcase Punjabi culture globally. The dancers described the performance as a “priceless opportunity” and a tribute to their heritage. Their statement emphasized their voluntary participation and thanked Diljit for the platform provided:
“While we appreciate the concern, we do not wish to be represented by voices who don’t understand our relationship, our motivations, sacrifices, and the immense value we place on such experiences. We are proud of our participation and the new avenues it has opened for the Punjabi community. Do not try to break our bond. We stand united.”
Although the dancers’ post did not explicitly confirm whether they were paid, it suggested that their motivation was the experience and exposure rather than financial compensation.
Broader Discussion
The situation has ignited a broader discussion about the treatment and compensation of dancers in the entertainment industry. As of now, Diljit Dosanjh has not released a statement addressing the allegations directly. The controversy underscores the importance of transparency and fairness in how performers are treated and compensated.
For more updates and related discussions, visit the [official Instagram posts by Sonali](https://www.instagram.com/sonalisingh) and [Preet Chahal](https://www.instagram.com/_preetchahal_).