Threats to Amitabh Bachchan After Diljit Dosanjh's Gesture on Kaun Banega Crorepati

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Amitabh Bachchan, the 83-year-old Bollywood icon, is facing threats from Khalistani organization Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) after Diljit Dosanjh, a Punjabi singer and actor, was seen touching Bachchan's feet during a promo for Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) 17. SFJ claims that Bachchan had played a role in inciting violence during the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, in which over 30,000 Sikh men, women, and children were killed across India. The organization has been promoting hashtags like BoycottDiljit and PanthicJustice on social media platforms, and warned of attempts to shut down Dosanjh's concert in Australia.

Key Takeaways:

  • Amitabh Bachchan is facing threats from Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) after Diljit Dosanjh was seen touching his feet during a Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) promo.
  • SFJ claims that Bachchan played a role in inciting violence during the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, which resulted in the deaths of over 30,000 Sikhs.
  • The organization has been promoting hashtags like BoycottDiljit and PanthicJustice on social media platforms.
  • SFJ has warned of attempts to shut down Diljit Dosanjh's concert in Australia.
  • Amitabh Bachchan will be hosting Diljit Dosanjh on KBC 17 on October 31.
  • This incident has sparked controversy and criticism from various quarters, with some accusing SFJ of attempting to create a controversy.

Statistics:

  • Over 30,000 Sikh men, women, and children were killed during the 1984 anti-Sikh riots.
  • Amitabh Bachchan is 83 years old (as of 2024).
  • Diljit Dosanjh is to perform in Australia on November 1.
  • SFJ has been promoting the hashtags #BoycottDiljit and #PanthicJustice on social media platforms.

Sources:

  • CNN-News18
  • Sikhs for Justice (SFJ)
  • Diligent Media Corporation Ltd., DNA (Daily News & Analysis)
  • Contify.com