Diljit Dosanjh to perform at 2026 Latin Grammy Awards alongside Karol G, Bizarrap
Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh is set to take another step on the international stage, with the artist announced as one of the performers at the 2026 Latin Grammy Awards. He will join an impressive line-up of musicians, including Colombian singer Karol G and Argentine producer Bizarrap, at the ceremony in Las Vegas on November 12.
The Latin Recording Academy confirmed Diljit's participation on November 5, adding the 'G.O.A.T.' singer to the performers' list for the 27th edition of the awards. The ceremony will take place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena.
The announcement marks a significant moment for Punjabi music, which has been reaching increasingly wider audiences beyond India. Diljit's inclusion also places him alongside some of the biggest names in Latin music.
Diljit Dosanjh's team reacts to Latin Grammy announcement
Diljit's team celebrated the news with a comment on the Latin Recording Academy's Instagram announcement, writing, "Punjabi AA Gaye Grammy Oye".
The newly announced performers include Baby Ranks, Bad Gyal, Miguel Colon, Divino, DJ Premier, Grupo Niche, Jay Wheeler, Lil Supa, Luis Enrique, Nathy Peluso and Angel "Cucco" Pena.
Several other artistes had been confirmed earlier, among them Anitta, Banda Los Recoditos, Camila Fernandez, Daddy Yankee, Rosalia, Sofia Reyes and The Warning. The wider line-up also features Carn León, Cristian Castro, Elena Rose, Feid, Fonseca, Grupo Frontera, Jorge Drexler, Juanes, Kany García, Luis Figueroa, Milo J, Mon Laferte, Nia Pastori, Rawayana, Reik, Silvana Estrada, Vivir Quintana, Xavi and Yami Safdie.
The news has also prompted an enthusiastic response from Diljit's fans, with several taking to social media to celebrate his achievement. One fan wrote, "A really proud moment for all Punjabis." Another commented, "He's easily the biggest music star our country has ever witnessed." Others described him as the "greatest of GOATs" and called the announcement a "new achievement unlocked".
What to expect at the 2026 Latin Grammy Awards
The 27th Latin Grammy Awards will be hosted by actor Roselyn Sánchez, who is returning to the role for the 10th time. The ceremony will be broadcast live on TelevisaUnivision's platforms in the US, including Univision, UNIMÁS, ViX and Galavisión.
This year's event will also honour Mexican singer-songwriter José Alfredo Jiménez, a major figure in ranchera music. The tribute segment will be produced by Edgar Barrera.
Diljit Dosanjh's upcoming concerts and projects
Diljit is currently on his Aura India Tour, which began with a concert in Delhi on October 30. His next show is scheduled to take place in Indore on November 15.
Known for popular tracks such as 'Kinni Kinni', 'Lover', 'Do You Know', '5 Taara' and 'Born To Shine', the singer has built a following that extends well beyond the Punjabi music scene.
He recently lent his voice to a devotional rendition of the Hanuman Chalisa for Nitesh Tiwari's 'Ramayana: Rise of a Legend'.