Punjabi music is set to get another international spotlight as Diljit Dosanjh joins the performer line-up for the 2026 Latin Grammy Awards. The Latin Recording Academy announced the singer's participation on November 5, placing him alongside global music stars such as Karol G and Bizarrap at the 27th annual ceremony in Las Vegas on November 12.
Diljit's inclusion marks another significant international stage for the singer, who has been taking Punjabi music to audiences beyond India.
Diljit joins star-studded Latin Grammy line-up
The Latin Recording Academy announced several performers for this year's ceremony, with Diljit among the latest additions. The line-up also includes Baby Ranks, Bad Gyal, Miguel Colón, Divino, DJ Premier, Grupo Niche, Jay Wheeler, Lil Supa, Luis Enrique, Nathy Peluso and Ángel “Cucco” Peña.
Reacting to the announcement, Diljit's team shared a celebratory message on social media, writing, "Punjabi AA Gaye Grammy Oye (Punjabis have arrived at Grammy)."
Other performers announced earlier include Anitta, Daddy Yankee, Feid, Juanes, Rosalía, Reik, Mon Laferte, Carín León, Grupo Frontera, Jorge Drexler and Kany García, among others.
The announcement also prompted enthusiastic responses from fans. One social media user wrote, "A really proud moment for all Punjabis." Another commented, "He's easily the biggest music star our country has ever witnessed." Reactions also included "Greatest of GOATs" and "New achievement unlocked."
When and where to watch the Latin Grammys 2026
The 27th Latin Grammy Awards will take place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on November 12. Roselyn Sánchez will return as host for the 10th time.
The ceremony will be broadcast live in the US on Univision, UNIMÁS, ViX and Galavisión from 8 pm Eastern Time. The pre-show will begin at 7 pm, with red carpet appearances starting at 5 pm.
The event will also feature a tribute to late Mexican singer-songwriter and ranchera icon José Alfredo Jiménez, produced by Edgar Barrera.
Diljit busy with India tour and film projects
Meanwhile, Diljit is continuing his Aura India Tour, which began with a concert in Delhi on October 30. His next scheduled performance is in Indore on November 15.
He has also recently lent his voice to a rendition of the Hanuman Chalisa for Nitesh Tiwari's 'Ramayana'.