AP Dhillon’s concerts are typically remembered for their electrifying energy, packed venues, and effortless swagger—but his Delhi show last year became infamous for an unexpected controversy. Months after reports of mass mobile phone theft emerged from his December 2025 concert, the Punjabi-Canadian rapper has finally addressed the issue, and true to his style, he chose humour over outrage.
Dhillon recently appeared in a promotional clip for Netflix’s The Great Indian Kapil Show, where host Kapil Sharma brought up the much-talked-about incident. Referring to the Delhi concert held at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, Kapil joked about the chaos that followed when several attendees reported their phones missing during the event. The issue had sparked outrage at the time, especially given the eye-watering ticket prices, with premium passes costing several lakhs.
Never one to miss a punchline, Kapil quipped, “AP stage pe apna talent dikha rahe the… aur log audience mein apna talent,” poking fun at how thefts unfolded amid the high-energy performance. Dhillon, unfazed, fired back with a sharp and cheeky response: “Jisne 6 lakh diye hain, poora toh karna hai.” The witty remark instantly sent the studio audience into fits of laughter and quickly began circulating on social media.
The upcoming episode also features comedian Anubhav Singh Bassi, though Kapil jokingly introduced only himself and Dhillon as “global stars,” deliberately leaving Bassi out for comic effect. The fun continues with Kiku Sharda appearing as Chota Shaikh, Krushna Abhishek as Bada Shaikh, and Sunil Grover stealing the spotlight as Diamond Raja. With Punjabi beats, playful banter, and rapid-fire jokes, the episode promises full-blown entertainment.
Dhillon’s One of One India Tour in December 2025 had already grabbed headlines for its massive scale and premium pricing. The VVIP-Crystal package, priced at approximately Rs 6.25 lakh in cities like Mumbai, offered access for up to 15 people, along with private entry, premium viewing zones, and gourmet dining experiences.
Following the Delhi show, similar phone theft complaints surfaced in Chandigarh and Mumbai. The crime branch later arrested four accused and recovered nearly 40 high-end smartphones worth several lakhs. Police confirmed the thefts were carried out by an organised interstate gang targeting expensive devices such as iPhone 17 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra models.
While the incident raised serious questions about concert security, AP Dhillon’s light-hearted response has once again highlighted his ability to handle controversy with humour—without losing his cool, confidence, or charisma.