CJP's Abhijeet Dipke responds after Diljit Dosanjh revisits 'I'm an artist, bro' controversy at Delhi concert

The controversy surrounding Diljit Dosanjh’s ‘I'm an artist, bro’ remark has resurfaced after the singer appeared to address it during his Aura India Tour concert in New Delhi on Friday. He addressed his remark with a clarification which prompted a response from Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke, who had earlier expressed disappointment over the singer’s reaction to the party’s protest in June. Dipke has now shared a message for "Diljit Paaji."

Abhijeet Dipke responds to Diljit Dosanjh's concert remarks

Taking to Instagram, CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke recalled feeling hurt by his earlier comments. He clarified that his disappointment stemmed from the respect he had always had for the singer and his belief that Diljit would speak up for causes. Dipke also revealed that he had attended Diljit's concert in Chicago in May, shortly before returning to India. He said he went not just to enjoy the music but also because he admired the person the G.O.A.T. singer was.

Praising the singer-acotr's courage, authenticity and contribution to taking India to the global stage while staying connected to his roots, Dipke said one disagreement or misunderstanding would not change his respect for him. He ended the message on a warm note, asking Diljit to let the matter go, saying, “Baaki paaji, chhota bhai samajh ke mitti pao.” He also quoted a line from Diljit's G.O.A.T. song, "Gabru ta vairi nu vi mitha bolda. Ni tu ta ferr jatt da pyar goriye!"

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Diljit Dosanjh's Delhi concert

Diljit's response came months after he was reportedly asked about the CJP-led protest in Delhi during an Instagram Live session. The singer had then distanced himself from political protests, saying, “Bro, keep me away from protests and such things. I am an artist, bro. I am not a politician.”

At Friday's concert, Diljit appeared to refer to the controversy without naming anyone. He told the audience that he loved them because he was an artist and asked to be allowed to remain quiet. He also said he supported everyone before adding, “Punjabian nu na sikhaao ladaayia kida ladnaa”, which translates to, “Don't teach Punjabis how to fight.”

Meanwhile, the Punjabi singer-actor kicked off his Aura India Tour 2026 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium and treated his fans to an electrifying evening filled with music and entertainment. He opened the concert with Morni and set the stage of fire with his energetic performances with his biggest hits. From G.O.A.T. and Ikk Kudi to Ishq Di Baajiyaan, Naina and Kinni Kinni and Water. But the highlight of the evening was his performance to Saanson Ki Mala, which left the crowd ecstatic.