Punjabi music icon Karan Aujla made history with his grand debut on NBC’s The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon, delivering a high-energy medley of his hit tracks “Boyfriend” and “Gabhru.”
His dynamic performance marked a landmark moment for Punjabi music, bringing vibrant desi energy to an international stage and leaving fans worldwide thrilled.
The appearance wasn’t just about music, Aujla also brought a touch of Punjabi culture to the show by turning dance coach for host Jimmy Fallon.
In a fun and light-hearted moment, Karan taught Fallon some classic bhangra moves. A video shared on the official Tonight Show Instagram account showed the duo bonding over dance, with Fallon admitting, “I’m not ready for this,” before Aujla encouraged him with, “It’s easy, it’s easy.”
Their brief dance tutorial ended with Fallon enthusiastically exclaiming, “Let’s go, man. That’s what I’m talking about!”
This marks a significant milestone not only in Karan Aujla’s career but also for Punjabi music globally, showcasing its rising influence on mainstream Western platforms.