New Delhi: Another backup dancer has come forward with accusations against Diljit Dosanjhs management during the European leg of his Dil-Luminati Tour, citing unprofessionalism and unfair pay. Shilpa Sajan, a professional dancer, took to Instagram to express her frustration, claiming she was promised a once-in-a-lifetime experience but was ultimately left disappointed. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shilpa Sajan (@lateafternoonthoughts)In her detailed post, Shilpa explained how she initially accepted the offer due to her admiration for Diljit and the allure of performing in a major international tour. However, the excitement quickly turned to dismay when the compensation offered was a meager £80 GBP, with no coverage for travel or accommodation—despite some events requiring international travel. Shilpa criticized the management for its lack of professionalism, stating that important messages were ignored and that many dancers were abruptly cut without any explanations.Shilpas controversial claimsShilpa further highlighted the absence of proper rehearsals, adding that the chaotic preparation led to a substandard performance on stage. I have never worked with such an unprofessional and disrespectful management team in my life, she wrote, emphasizing the frustration of being undervalued and disregarded as a professional dancer.The dancer also referenced previous allegations against Diljits team for failing to compensate dancers during his US tour, warning others in the industry to prioritize their self-respect over fame or exposure. Sometimes choosing self-respect is the harder thing to do, she concluded, urging the dance industry to do better in its treatment of performers.
