Actor-musician Diljit Dosanjh, usually vocal on social issues, has distanced himself from the ‘Cockroach Janata Party’s’ recent protest. This stance has left CJP spokesperson Saurav Das feeling “upset,” sparking a debate about celebrity involvement in political movements.
Key Points
Diljit Dosanjh asked to be kept away from the CJP's political protest.
CJP spokesperson Saurav Das expressed being "a little upset" with Diljit.
Dosanjh claimed he was unaware of the specifics of the CJP's protest.
The satirical CJP is protesting the NEET paper leak at Jantar Mantar.
Diljit Dosanjh’s Political Neutrality
Actor-musician Diljit Dosanjh is not one to stay mum on social and political issues, having previously spoken about farmers’ protests and Khalistani separatists. However, when asked about the Cockroach Janata Party’s recent protest, he urged them to ‘keep me away’ from all things political. CJP spokesperson Saurav Das admits he’s ‘upset’ with Diljit over the same.
However, when specific remarks are brought up, he says, “Arre haan yaar. Matlab, that’s very sad. I think he should. Comment something, yuvaaon ka thoda josh badaye. Gaanon se josh badate hai lekin, bolke bhi kuch, is movement ke baare mei, iss yuvaaon ke issues ke baare mai, unko kuch bolna to chahiye. (Yes. It’s very sad. I think he should say something to encourage the youth. He does it with his songs, but he should do it with his words too. Speak about the movement, and the issues faced by the youth of this country).”
CJP Spokesperson Expresses Disappointment
When asked if he’s upset with Diljit , he admitted, “Thoda sa upset hoon. (I’m a little upset).”
He also claimed not to know what the protest they were talking about was, saying, “I don’t know what you think of me. See, everything cannot be put right. Jo protest kar rahe hain, unhe mubarakan, jinke layi protest hori, unhe vi mubarakan. (Whoever is protesting, congratulations to them. Whoever the protest is against, congratulations to them too). I have no idea what it is about.”
The ‘Cockroach Janata Party’ and Its Cause
The CJP, which started as a satirical digital outfit, has been protesting at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET paper leak. Abhijeet Dipke founded the CJP in response to comments made by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant.
Diljit most recently starred in Imtiaz Ali’s Main Vaapas Aaunga , with Naseeruddin Shah, Vedang Raina and Sharvari as his co-stars. The film tells a love story set against the backdrop of the India-Pakistan partition.
Diljit Dosanjh’s decision to remain neutral highlights the complex relationship between celebrities and political activism. While the CJP seeks his support, Dosanjh maintains a cautious distance, leaving fans and activists to ponder the implications of his choice.
