New Delhi, May 9 -- Actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh has made it clear that politics is not on his agenda, despite growing calls from some quarters urging him to take on a larger public role in Punjab. While the star often speaks proudly about Punjab and its culture on global platforms, he recently rejected suggestions that he should become the "new face" of the state's politics.

The response came shortly after Diljit made headlines for addressing pro-Khalistani protesters during one of his concerts and for speaking about Punjab's historical connection with Canada during his appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.

According to a report by Punjabi Tribune, a section of civil society members, including retired military personnel ...