Diljit Dosanjh: Punjabi singer makes history under the famous Wembley arch
Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh has made history by becoming the first Punjabi artist to headline Wembley Stadium in London. The sold-out concert drew massive crowds and solidified his status as a global music icon.
Why it matters
This event marks a significant milestone for South Asian artists in the global music industry and highlights the growing international reach of Punjabi music.
By Noor Nanji & Amrit Singh Cheema Reporting from Wembley Stadium Published 13 September 2026, 00:06 BST On Saturday night, under the world-famous Wembley arch, five words rang out: "Punjabi Aa Gaye Wembley Oye!"
Indian megastar Diljit Dosanjh famously starts all his concerts by announcing that "the Punjabis have arrived".
But this time, it was a play on the usual catchphrase.
Dosanjh is the first ever Punjabi singer to headline Wembley Stadium, the music venue has said.
Addressing his fans, he reflected on the significance of the occasion. "This moment will go down in the history books," he said.
And as Bhangra beats blared out, fans erupted with cheers while Dosanjh launched into his biggest hits, from Born to Shine to Lover.
Over two decades, Dosanjh has built a huge global fanbase, topping charts and singing with the likes of Ed Sheeran.
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