Indian-origin Canadian singer Amritpal Singh Dhillon, popularly known as AP Dhillon, has revealed the reason behind rejecting multiple offers from the Bollywood music industry, saying he refuses to be part of a system that exploits artists for commercial gain.
Speaking in a recent interview, the Punjabi singer said, “I’ll tell you why I haven’t done any Bollywood songs yet, it’s because I care about my people. This is not about Bollywood; it’s about setting an example for my community.”
Dhillon explained that when Punjabi artists contribute songs to Bollywood films, producers often take full ownership of the tracks, remixes, and all associated rights, leaving singers with no creative or financial control. “Producers want complete ownership of the songs, which strips artists of their independence,” he added.
The “Brown Munde” hitmaker said he had told Bollywood producers he would be happy to sing for their films but only if they changed the business model to ensure fair treatment and respect for artists.
Dhillon’s remarks have sparked discussion about intellectual property rights and exploitation in the Indian music industry, where many independent musicians have voiced similar concerns over loss of creative freedom.
