Punjabi music received a global spotlight at the Latin Grammys 2026 as Diljit Dosanjh joined Puerto Rican reggaeton icon Daddy Yankee for a live performance of their collaborative track Pokito. The two artists brought Punjabi and Latin sounds together on the prestigious stage, drawing loud cheers from the audience and an enthusiastic response online.
Days after the performance, Diljit offered fans another look at the musical moment by sharing a video on Instagram on Friday. The clip shows him delivering his Punjabi verse while Daddy Yankee takes over the Spanish portions of the song. The two eventually come together on stage, creating a musical blend that reflects the cross-cultural spirit of their collaboration.
Sharing the footage, Diljit celebrated the presence of Punjabi music at the international event. He wrote that Punjabis had arrived at the Latin Grammys and expressed his hope that the language would be heard on stages across the world. He also thanked Daddy Yankee, whom he affectionately called his “big brother”, for helping bring two cultures together, while acknowledging the Latin Grammys for the invitation.
The performance quickly became a talking point among fans. Social media users praised the combination of Punjabi and reggaeton, with comments describing it as an exciting musical crossover. Some called it one of the best collaborations of the year, while others celebrated the connection between Punjabi and Puerto Rican music.
Daddy Yankee calls Punjabi and reggaeton musical cousins
Speaking to the media on the Latin Grammys red carpet, Daddy Yankee expressed appreciation for Diljit and the collaboration. He said the Punjabi singer had done a great job and described Punjabi music and reggaeton as being like cousins. He added that bringing different cultures together through music had made the project particularly special.
Released on October 30, Pokito combines Diljit's Punjabi vocals and bhangra influences with Daddy Yankee's recognisable reggaeton style. The Spanish phrase “Poquito a poquito” translates to “little by little” and serves as a recurring element in the track.
The music video, directed by Stillz, brings together visual references from Punjabi traditions and Latin urban culture. The song is also part of Daddy Yankee's 15-track album La Postal.
Diljit’s upcoming India concerts
Diljit is continuing his Aura India Tour, with an Indore performance scheduled for November 15. His upcoming stops also include Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Lucknow, before the India leg concludes in Chandigarh on December 6.
The singer is also scheduled to return to the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in 2027, marking another major international appearance in his expanding global music journey.
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