Diljit Dosanjh tweaks lyrics, replaces alcohol with Coke, Coca-Cola reacts
Diljit, known for his witty charm, was quick to adapt. He transformed the lines like “5 tara theke” into “5 tara hotel” and replaced “daaru’ch lemonade” with “Coke’ch lemonade.”
PTC News Desk: Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh once again turned heads with his witty humour as he replaced alcohol in his songs with coke during his Hyderabad concert. Coca-Cola was quick to react after the video of the concert went viral. The company reacted to a fan-shared video on Instagram.
Diljit, known for his witty charm, was quick to adapt. He transformed the lines like “5 tara theke” into “5 tara hotel” and replaced “daaru’ch lemonade” with “Coke’ch lemonade.”
In another hit song, “Pehle Lalkare,” the singer swapped “bottlaan de datt pattne” with “Coke de datt pattne,” leaving the crowd roaring with laughter.
The imrovisation in the songs prompted the beverage company to quickly respond with leaving the netizens roaring with laughter. The company’s official India Instagram account commented on the video, writing, “Chautha kaam twade gaane japne! [Fourth task is worshipping your songs],” accompanied by a smiley and heart emoji.
The modification in the lyrics came after the Telangana government issued directive to the Punjabi singer asking him not to sing any songs that promote alcohol, drugs or violence.