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Punjabi Star AP Dhillon Rejects Bollywood Deals Over Unfair Practices
19 Oct
Summary
- AP Dhillon, global Punjabi music star, refuses Bollywood collaborations
- Cites exploitation of Punjabi artists by Bollywood producers
- Wants fair partnership between Punjabi and Hindi music industries
As of October 19th, 2025, global Punjabi music star AP Dhillon has steadfastly refused to collaborate with Bollywood, despite receiving countless offers from top producers, directors, and A-list actors. Dhillon recently revealed that his decision is driven by a desire to stand up for his community and not be part of an industry that, in his words, "exploits" artists for profit.
Dhillon explained that when a Punjabi artist provides a song for a Bollywood film, the producer often owns everything - the track, the remix rights, and all associated rights. This, he believes, is an unfair practice that exploits the artist. Dhillon has made it clear that he will not compromise on this issue, even turning down opportunities from major Bollywood actors who wanted to feature his music in their films.
Looking ahead, Dhillon hopes to see a more equitable partnership between the Punjabi and Hindi music industries, where artists and producers uplift each other, rather than one side taking advantage of the other. He is determined to set an example for the younger generation of Punjabi artists, ensuring they are not forced to surrender their rights and income sources to Bollywood's exploitative practices.
