Music and Youth
Diljit Dosanjh’s ‘Pagal’ & ‘Putt Jatt Da’ rakes in over Five Million Hits on Gaana each
MUMBAI: Punjabi sensation Diljit Dosanjh’s newly released tracks ‘Pagal’ & ‘Putt Jatt Da’ have smashed charts on India’s largest music streaming app – GAANA with over five million hits within less than a month. ‘Putt Jatt Da’ is written by Ikka, music is composed by Goldboy and Archie respectively.
‘Pagal’ is a sad romantic melody encapsulating the journey of two lovers of different ethnicities re – uniting in death whereas ‘Putt Jatt Da’ is a groovy number showcasing the swanky lifestyle of a Jatt. Both the tracks have garnered rave reviews within just hours of its release. Fans have also been uploading covers of the tracks to pronounce their fondness for the songs and the heartthrob himself.
On this occasion, Diljit Dosanjh stated, “I’ve always been passionate about singing and it is something that brings me immense joy. It also makes for a great medium to engage with my fans. I am extremely elated at the response both the songs have garnered. Five million hits is a big milestone and I hope to continue entertaining my fans with every release. Both the songs cater to a spectrum of audience and I am glad that they’ve appreciated it.”
Commenting on the success of Diljit, Mr. Prashan Agarwal, CEO, Gaana, said, “Diljit Dosanjh is a powerhouse of talent and it feels great to have collaborated with him. We at Gaana strongly believe in nurturing and promoting talent and good content and wish Diljit all the very best for his future releases.”
MUMBAI: Mumbai is about to witness something it has never seen before. The Global Youth Festival arrives on 6-7 December at Jio World Garden with 15,000 attendees and 60-plus experiences sprawled across six sprawling arenas. On its sixth edition, this is no ordinary jamboree—it is a carefully orchestrated collision of wellness, adventure, arts, music, yoga and social change.
Chief Minister of Maharashtra Devendra Fadnavis will throw open the proceedings with a landmark ceremony, signalling the state’s backing for a movement that has already mobilised youth across 20-plus countries and 170-plus cities. The sheer scale is staggering: 500-plus volunteers powering the machine, 600,000-plus volunteer hours logged across previous editions, and millions of lives touched annually.
The speaker roster is formidable. Diipa Büller-Khosla and Dipali Goenka, chief executive of Welspun India, will share the stage with Malaika Arora in conversations spanning leadership, creativity and culture. Union Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs Mansukhbhai Mandaviya will also attend, reinforcing GYF’s reach into the corridors of power.
But this is not mere talk. The Solaris Mainstage promises concerts from renowned Indian artists. Innerverse delivers a 360-degree LED spectacle of art, technology and sound. The Love and Care Arena houses hands-on projects spanning women’s empowerment, child education, rural upliftment and animal welfare. India’s largest outdoor sound-healing experience awaits. An inflatable obstacle course, neon drifter karts and open-sky bouldering cater to thrill-seekers.
Some have branded GYF the “Coachella of Consciousness.” Others call it “India’s Largest Sober Festival.” Spiritual visionary Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshji, who inspired the festival, will deliver the Wisdom Masterclass. Every rupee goes to charity.
After Mumbai comes Kolkata on 14 December. New York looms next year. For one weekend in December, Mumbai becomes the epicentre of youth-driven change—and nothing will be quite the same after.
Tickets available on BookMyShow. Visit youthfestival.srmd.org or follow @globalyouthfestival on Instagram.
