Renowned Punjabi singer and rapper AP Dhillon has confirmed his safety following gunshots fired outside his home in Vancouver, Canada, on the night of September 1. In an Instagram post on Monday, Dhillon reassured his fans and followers, stating, “I’m safe. My people are safe. Thank you to everyone who reached out. Your support means everything. Peace and love to all.”
The incident, which has raised concerns among the singer’s global fan base, occurred amid claims from the Lawrence Bishnoi-Rohit Godara gang, who have taken responsibility for the shooting. The gang also issued threats to Dhillon, referencing his recent collaboration with Bollywood star Salman Khan in the music video for “Old Money.”
Canadian authorities are currently investigating the situation, though specific details regarding the incident are still emerging. This comes as a disturbing reminder of recent incidents where public figures have been targeted by organized crime groups.
AP Dhillon, whose real name is Amritpal Dhillon, has quickly risen to international fame as one of the most prominent figures in Punjabi pop music. His journey from a small village in Gurdaspur, Punjab, to becoming a global music icon in Canada was recently documented in the Prime Video series AP Dhillon: First of a Kind.
Fans and well-wishers across the globe have been sending messages of support, and the singer continues to focus on his music, sharing a video of himself singing shortly after the incident.
