Hindi film industry accepted me with open arms: Diljit Dosanjh

Mumbai March 27 (IANS) Actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh a popular name from the Punjabi film industry has penned an open letter after the success of his latest release Phillauri to thank the Hindi film industry for accepting him with open arms.

Diljit ventured into Bollywood with 2016 film Udta Punjab.

I do not have enough words to express my gratitude towards the Hindi film industry which has given birth to innumerous superstars an industry which has fulfilled innumerous dreams an industry which has expressed Indian emotions showcased beauty in diversity of our culture tradition language on a global platform Diljit wrote on Facebook on Sunday.

The Hindi film industry which accepted me with open arms blessed me with love and made this journey possible... I am highly grateful to every individual involved who has directly or indirectly contributed in my career right from the beginning he added.

After his successful career as a singer Diljit made his acting debut with 2011 Punjabi film The Lion of Punjab. He later went on to star in hit films like Jatt & Juliet Punjab 1984 and Sardaarji.

Phillauri which also stars Anushka Sharma and Suraj Sharma has minted Rs 15.25 crore in its opening weekend.

--IANS
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