The announcement was made at the Billboard Summit at NXNE in Toronto.
Toronto Metropolitan University to Launch Course on Diljit Dosanjh in Fall 2026
Canada University to Launch Course on Diljit Dosanjh latest news: In a first of its kind, Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) will launch a new course dedicated to Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh in Fall 2026.
The announcement was made at the Billboard Summit at NXNE in Toronto.
Dr. Charlie Wall-Andrews, Assistant Professor at The Creative School at TMU, stated, “Toronto Metropolitan University is excited to pioneer a course on Diljit Dosanjh, whose journey embodies the intersection of culture, identity, and global music entrepreneurship."
She further added, "His rise illustrates the cultural influence and economic potential of Punjabi music on the world stage. By examining his impact, students will explore how regional sounds shape global pop culture, mobilize diasporic communities, and contribute to sustainable creative economies rooted in authenticity,” she was quoted as saying by Billboard Canada.
Diljit Dosanjh is now a global icon, with over 14 studio albums and more than 50 singles to his name. He made history as the first Punjabi artist to perform at Coachella in 2023, the first Punjabi performer on a U.S. late-night talk show, and the first turban-wearing performer on the Met Gala carpet this year.
Sonali Singh, CEO of Ripple Effects, stated, “It’s a true honour to help shape a course around an artist like Diljit Dosanjh. His journey represents far more than commercial success. It stands for cultural pride, creative freedom, and global representation for Punjabi and South Asian communities. Seeing his impact formally recognized in an academic space is not only powerful; it’s long overdue. Diljit is shifting the entire music industry, one milestone at a time.”
Mo Ghoneim, President of Billboard UK and Billboard Canada, added, “Billboard Canada is proud to support this course through our ongoing partnership with The Creative School and TMU. We’ve been at the forefront of spotlighting Punjabi artists, covering landmark performances, global chart debuts, and pivotal cultural moments. Diljit Dosanjh is the perfect fit for this program—not just because of his star power, but because of how his work connects cultures, generations, and borders. He represents the very heart of this global movement, and we’re excited to see his story enter the classroom.”
Apart from music, Diljit is also celebrated for his acting. His upcoming film, Sardaar Ji 3, is set to release overseas on June 27. A horror comedy, the film stars Diljit Dosanjh, Hania Aamir, Neeru Bajwa, Manav Vij, Gulshan Grover, Deedar Gill, B.N. Sharma, Jasmin Bajwa, Sapna Pabbi, Nikita Grover, and others.
Sardaar Ji 3 is directed by Amar Hundal and produced by Gunbir Singh Sidhu, Manmord Singh Sidhu, and Diljit Dosanjh himself.
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