Diljit Dosanjh’s new ‘Devil’ music video features protest scenes that have prompted social media users to draw comparisons with recent student demonstrations.
Indian Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh’s new song “Devil” has sparked discussion on social media following the release of its music video, which features scenes of protests, police presence and tensions between demonstrators and authorities.
The video shows large crowds taking part in a protest while holding placards carrying messages including “Save Our Future” and “Hamari Ladai.” Although the video does not identify any specific protest, organization or movement, some social media users have linked its visuals to student demonstrations held in July.
In one scene, Dosanjh is seen among people taking part in the protest, while police and demonstrators appear to be facing a tense situation. The imagery has prompted viewers to question whether the video was inspired by recent events or was created as a broader artistic statement.
The video ends on a different note, with a young girl holding a white rose approaching a police officer. The officer walks toward her and embraces her.
A message reading “Don’t Treat Home” appears toward the end of the video, followed by the words “EMN Artist Bro.”
The protest-themed visuals have fueled a debate online over whether Dosanjh intended to reflect the recent student protests. However, there has so far been no clear confirmation from the singer that the video was based on any specific protest or real-life incident.
Dosanjh’s previous comments regarding the July student protests have also resurfaced on social media following the song’s release.
During an Instagram Live session, Dosanjh was asked about the protests and said he was an artist, not a politician. He explained that he had been busy with his tour and was therefore not fully aware of the situation at the time.
He later expressed regret over the treatment of students, saying they should not have been treated in such a manner and that authorities should listen to their demands.
Dosanjh also referred to allegations he had faced in the past, saying he had repeatedly been labelled “anti-national” and expressing concern that he could face similar accusations over the issue.
The protest scenes in “Devil,” combined with Dosanjh’s earlier remarks, have intensified discussion surrounding the song. However, it remains unclear whether the video was directly influenced by a specific real-world protest or uses protest imagery to convey a general artistic message.
“Devil” is one of seven songs featured on Dosanjh’s EP “EMN Artist Bro.”
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