Popular Punjabi pop singer Daler Mehndi fell for a parody tweet that claimed that Prince Harry in his biography credited the singer`s songs for helping him in his `lowest moments`. Mehndi penned a note of gratitude in responding to the tweet.
The original post by Instagram handle @qualiteaposts reads, “Prince Harry reveals music artist he listened to in his lowest moments in new book ‘Spare’. “In the times I felt alone and separated from my family, I always took time to myself to sit back and listen to Daler Mehndi. His lyrics resonated with me and got me through a lot.”
“anY partY is iNcomPlete withoUt hIs sonG,” the post was captioned.
Not realizing that it is a parody tweet, Daler Mehndi responded to the tweet in an earnest way. “I am grateful to the blessings of Guru Nanak, my mom and dad, I created a unique Pop Folk Ethnic Music Style. Love you Prince Harry! God Bless you, In gratitude that my music helped you. @TeamSussex”.
I am grateful to the blessings of Guru Nanak, my mom and dad, I created a unique Pop Folk Ethnic Music Style.
Love you Prince Harry! God Bless you, In gratitude that my music helped you.@TeamSussex pic.twitter.com/r2mRU0mn6U— Daler Mehndi (@dalermehndi) January 20, 2023
Reacting to the post, netizens had some hilarious comments. “Oho Praaji, yeh toh dhoka ho gaya.. never mind ji, you`re the best,” wrote a user.
“I wish I can see prince harry dance on tunak-tunak with Megan,” wrote another user.
“I don’t think we should tell him. This is the cutest acceptance speech ever.”
“stop! nobody tunak his tananaas,” wrote a Twitter user.
Daler Mehndi has played a huge role in the revival of Bhangra pop and is known to deliver catchy music. `Ho Jaayegi Balle Balle`, `Bolo Tara Ra Ra` include some of his hit songs.
Prince Harry`s biography book `Spare` has sold more than 3.2 million copies worldwide. The book comes after Netflix dropped a documentary on Harry and Meghan`s side of the story revolving around their love story and their exit from the Royal family.