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Diljit Dosanjh: A Global Ambassador for Punjabi Music

Diljit Dosanjh has emerged as a prominent figure in the global music scene, showcasing Punjabi culture on various international platforms. Currently on his Aura tour across North America, the actor-singer recently appeared on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. During this episode, which aired at 9:15 AM IST on April 28, Diljit celebrated Indian music and encouraged Fallon to join him in a Bhangra dance. The audience erupted in cheers when Diljit explained the meaning behind his popular phrase, Punjabi Aa Gaye Oye.

Explaining Punjabi Culture to Jimmy Fallon Diljit Dosanjh explains Punjabi terms to Jimmy Fallon

A clip from the show went viral, featuring Diljit teaching Fallon the phrase ‘Main Hoon Punjab’. Jimmy successfully repeated it, and when Diljit elaborated on the meaning of ‘Punjabi Aa Gaye Oye’, the audience responded with enthusiastic applause.

Diljit Dosanjh's Return to The Tonight Show Diljit Dosanjh returns to The Tonight Show

This isn't Diljit’s first time on The Tonight Show; he previously appeared in 2024 after his Coachella performance. In a behind-the-scenes moment, he taught Fallon how to pronounce ‘Punjabi Aa Gaye Oye’ and ‘Sat Sri Akal’. Jimmy impressed Diljit with his pronunciation of the latter. During this latest episode, Diljit showcased his dance moves while teaching Bhangra to Fallon, sharing a sneak peek on Instagram. This time, he opted for a sleek all-black semi-formal outfit, while still embracing his signature style during performances.

Diljit Dosanjh's Aura Tour Highlights Diljit Dosanjh's Aura tour

Before his appearance on The Tonight Show in 2024, Diljit made history as the first Punjabi artist to perform at Coachella. His AURA World Tour 2026 commenced on April 23, 2026, at BC Place in Vancouver, and he is set to perform across Canada and the U.S. until June 20, 2026, with stops in cities like Toronto, Calgary, and Chicago. On the film front, Diljit was last seen in Border 2 as Flying Officer Nirmal Jit Singh Sekhon, PVC, and he is gearing up for his next project, Main Vaapa Aunga, alongside Vedang Raina, Sharvari, and Naseeruddin Shah, although he will miss the promotional events due to prior commitments.