Controversial British-American influencer Andrew Tate is once again in the eye of a storm for a racist comment he made on a video in which Punjabi rockstar Diljit Dosanjh was seen gifting his jacket to a fan.

Mr Dosanjh, currently on his 2024 India Tour, shared the moment with a female fan during his Delhi concert. The video, which has been circulating on social media, shows the singer handing over his jacket to the emotional fan, with her husband also visibly moved by the gesture.

However, the beautiful moment was marred by Andrew Tate’s disturbing comment on an X post. Tate, known for his misogynistic views, wrote, “Bet it stinks of curry,” referring to the jacket Mr Dosanjh gifted to his fan.

Bet it stinks of curry

— Andrew Tate (@Cobratate) October 29, 2024

The internet didn’t take the comment lightly.

A user wrote, “Still smells better than sexual misconduct.”

still smells better than sexual misconduct

— Rishsane (@TheRishabhAnand) October 30, 2024

Another taunted, “Which is worst? A pedo or currified jacket?”

Which is worst? A pedo or currified jacket? Go back to pimping

— Crypto Guru (@EatHealthyGetR1) October 29, 2024

Last month, Andrew Tate was accused of rape by two British women. These accusations surfaced amid ongoing investigations into his activities, including charges related to sex with minors and trafficking underage individuals.

The Tate brothers were already facing serious charges that could lead to over ten years in prison if convicted. Despite the numerous allegations against him, Tate consistently denied any wrongdoing, claiming he never engaged in non-consensual acts.

Earlier, the controversial social media personality was involved in a public spat with Indian-American doctor Kirti Patel. This exchange was triggered by Tate’s shirtless photo captioned, “I don’t sleep with vaccinated women.” Dr Patel criticised his physique, expressing her aversion to “gym bros” with “ripped abs.” Tate responded by mocking Dr Patel’s appearance in a series of tweets, saying, “I’m super disappointed that I’m not attractive to you Kirti. I was only trying to make my arms as big as your nose.

Pop star Diljit Dosanjh walks in through the half-opened gate. A quick namaste follows, then a handshake, and a few steps later he covers the BJP leader Jaiveer Shergill in an embrace, shows a video.

The Punjabi artist, wearing a red turban and an all-black ensemble with white sneakers, was visiting the BJP spokesperson’s home in Delhi today, a day after he sold out his two back-to-back concerts in the national capital over the weekend as part of his “Dilluminati” tour.

“Punjabi Aagayee Oyee ! Touched by respect shown by my friend & superstar @diljitdosanjh to my entire family at my house in Delhi humbled, Waheguru Mehr Rakhe,” Mr Shergill posted on X, with a video of Diljit’s visit to his home.

Punjabi Aagayee Oyee ! Touched by respect shown by my friend & superstar @diljitdosanjh to my entire family at my house in Delhi humbled , Waheguru Mehr Rakhe pic.twitter.com/w1v9zPesk5

— Jaiveer Shergill (@JaiveerShergill) October 28, 2024

In the video, the 40-year-old singer, who in 2023 became the first Punjabi artist to perform at the Palm Springs-based music festival Coachella, is seen meeting the BJP leader’s family and exchanging pleasantries.

“He is the pride of Punjabis. He is our identity. He is symbol of humility and humbleness. I would urge the youth to learn this from him,” says Mr Shergill in the video. Then he turn to the singer, and says, “I want to say you inspire millions of people.”

“You also inspire,” Diljit, who also is the first Indian artiste to feature on Billboard Canada, responds.

A day earlier, Mr Shergill’s father was seen dancing at the superstar’s concert in the city as seen in a video posted by the leader.

“My dad vibing at @diljitdosanjh show !! Thanks bhaji for bringing a smile to his face, for making everyone dance their hearts out, for making everyone celebrate music & most importantly for telling the youth that hardwork & kindness can do wonders!” said the BJP leader.

My dad vibing at @diljitdosanjh show !! Thanks bhaji for bringing a smile to his face, for making everyone dance their hearts out, for making everyone celebrate music & most importantly for telling the youth that hardwork & kindness can do wonders !

Punjabi Aa Gaaye Oyee ! pic.twitter.com/KbFEmE5gVg

— Jaiveer Shergill (@JaiveerShergill) October 28, 2024

Diljit has been performing on tour around the world in venues in the US, the UK, Canada, Ireland, Germany, France, Italy, and the Netherlands.
 

New Delhi:

The Enforcement Directorate conducted raids in Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur, Chandigarh, Bangalore in connection with illegal sale of tickets for Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres World Tour and Diljit Dosanjh’s Dilluminati concert.

Ticketing partners for the shows BookMyShow and Zomato Live were reported to have sold out tickets for both concerts within minutes, leading to alleged black marketing of tickets. Several complaints of fraud through fake ticket sales and resale of tickets at exorbitant prices were also received. Several FIRs have been filed in many states in this regard.

BookMyShow too has filed complaints against several suspects.

The Enforcement Directorate initiative a probe into the money laundering angle and conducted raids at more than 13 location in five cities on October 25. During the raid, incriminating materials like mobile phones, laptops and SIM cards were seized. The probe also found that fake tickets were being sold using Instagram, WhatsApp and Telegram.

The searches were aimed at investigating the illegal sales of tickets, financial networks supporting these scams, and tracing the proceeds of crime generated from such illegal activities, it said.

The Coldplay concert is slated to be held in Mumbai on January 18,19 and 21, 2025. Meanwhile, Diljit Dosanjh’s Dilluminati India tour will begin from Delhi on October 26 and 27. He will then take his tour to various cities, including Jaipur on November 2, Hyderabad on November 15, Ahmedabad on November 17 and Lucknow on November 22, among others, before concluding in Guwahati on December 29.

A heartwarming gesture by popular Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh has been winning hearts. He met one of his fans during his “Dil-luminati Tour” in Manchester and gifted her a box of shoes. On learning that she was from Pakistan, he gave a priceless and powerful message of love and peace.

“Hindustan and Pakistan are the same for me. Punjabis have love for all in their hearts. The borders are drawn by politicians. Punjabis don’t care, Punjabis love everyone,” he said amid a thunderous round of applause.

“I welcome those who have come from my country India and also those who have come from Pakistan,” Mr Dosanjh, dressed in an all-black traditional Punjabi attire, addressed the crowd gathered to see him perform.

Diljit Dosanjh Love For Pakistan

Singer Diljit Dosanjh taking Aman Ki Asha, “BhaiChara” & Ganga-Jamuni Tehzeeb to new heights!

~ During his recent Manchester Concert, He said: For us, India & Pakistan are same. POLITICIANS Divided us. There’s no difference.” pic.twitter.com/jPJeueTOKC

— Shivraj_meena (@shivrajlalsotya) September 30, 2024

Another video of the singer went viral recently when he introduced his mother and sister at the Manchester show.

He interacted with the audience gathered at the Co-op Live internal arena on Saturday night as he sang his popular track “Hass Hass”. Unexpectedly, the singer then held an elderly woman’s hand and raised it in the air before declaring through the microphone: “By the way, this is my mom”.

Mr Dosanjh’s mother became emotional as he bowed in front of her and hugged her through the barricades.

He then pointed towards his sister: “She is my sister. My family is also here today.”

Diljit Dosanjh, known for songs such as “GOAT”, “Mombattiye”, “Proper Patola”, and “Do You Know?” will visit India next month to kick off the “Dil-Luminati Tour” on October 26 in New Delhi.

A heartwarming gesture by popular Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh has been winning hearts. He met one of his fans during his “Dil-luminati Tour” in Manchester and gifted her a box of shoes. On learning that she was from Pakistan, he gave a priceless and powerful message of love and peace.

“Hindustan and Pakistan are the same for me. Punjabis have love for all in their hearts. The borders are drawn by politicians. Punjabis don’t care, Punjabis love everyone,” he said amid a thunderous round of applause.

“I welcome those who have come from my country India and also those who have come from Pakistan,” Mr Dosanjh, dressed in an all-black traditional Punjabi attire, addressed the crowd gathered to see him perform.

Diljit Dosanjh Love For Pakistan

Singer Diljit Dosanjh taking Aman Ki Asha, “BhaiChara” & Ganga-Jamuni Tehzeeb to new heights!

~ During his recent Manchester Concert, He said: For us, India & Pakistan are same. POLITICIANS Divided us. There’s no difference.” pic.twitter.com/jPJeueTOKC

— Shivraj_meena (@shivrajlalsotya) September 30, 2024

Another video of the singer went viral recently when he introduced his mother and sister at the Manchester show.

He interacted with the audience gathered at the Co-op Live internal arena on Saturday night as he sang his popular track “Hass Hass”. Unexpectedly, the singer then held an elderly woman’s hand and raised it in the air before declaring through the microphone: “By the way, this is my mom”.

Mr Dosanjh’s mother became emotional as he bowed in front of her and hugged her through the barricades.

He then pointed towards his sister: “She is my sister. My family is also here today.”

Diljit Dosanjh, known for songs such as “GOAT”, “Mombattiye”, “Proper Patola”, and “Do You Know?” will visit India next month to kick off the “Dil-Luminati Tour” on October 26 in New Delhi.