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Diljit tops UK’s 2024 celebrity list!

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Diljit’s rise to the top is a testament not only to his chart-topping hits and contributions to soundtracks, but also to his expanding global influence.(Photo: Instagram/diljitdosanjh)

Diljit Dosanjh, the globally renowned celebrity, has claimed the top spot on the prestigious Top 50 Asian Celebrities in the World list, which was unveiled in London.

The Punjabi singer-actor has dethroned last year’s frontrunner, Shah Rukh Khan, to secure the coveted position, surpassing an impressive array of international talent across various fields including cinema, television, music, arts, and literature. This achievement is part of the 2024 edition of the list, published by the UK-based Eastern Eye.

Diljit’s rise to the top is a testament not only to his chart-topping hits and contributions to soundtracks, but also to his expanding global influence. Throughout the year, he has collaborated with major international artists, further solidifying his place as a trailblazer in the music and entertainment industries.

Pop sensation Charli XCX, of Indian descent, took the second spot, while Bollywood star Priyanka Chopra Jonas secured fifth for her seamless balance of high-profile roles in both Hollywood and Bollywood. Renowned playback singer Arijit Singh claimed the seventh position, further cementing his standing as one of India’s most influential voices in music.

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