Interview with Jaspreet Singh
"When my rant on metro issues reached Parliament, I realized comedy isn’t just about laughs—it can bring real change."
Q1. How did “Dilliaalaa” come into existence, and what inspired you to start this journey?
I always dreamt of becoming a YouTuber. Since I had a natural talent for sketching, I applied to the College of Art, but I stayed stuck on the waiting list for two years. That’s when I thought—why not share my art on YouTube? I created a page called Artist Munda. Some of my videos even hit millions, but honestly, I didn’t enjoy it much and slowly lost consistency until the channel faded away.
Later, a close friend suggested, “You’re funny, people love listening to you—why don’t you try vlogging?” My first reaction was, “Never! Vlogs are so cringe.” But one day, just for fun, I uploaded a rant-style video, and it went viral. From that point, I never stopped—and within just one and a half years, I had crossed 350K followers.
As for the name Dilliaalaa, it came from my friends and relatives. Whenever I visited Punjab, everyone called me “Dilli Aalaa,” meaning “the guy from Delhi.” The name just stuck.
Q2. What has been the most memorable moment or turning point in your career so far?
There are so many. Early on, Lallantop mentioned my name and video, which felt huge. Later, India Today made a reel highlighting metro connectivity issues using one of my rants—and that topic actually reached Parliament. Another unforgettable moment was when I made a roast video about a broken road in Shahdara, and within days, it was repaired.
But honestly, the biggest turning point has been the overwhelming support I received. To see people connect so quickly and to realize that millions are listening—even when I’m talking about something random—that feeling is unmatched.
Q3. How do you connect with your audience and keep your content authentic?
Connection comes when something feels familiar. People like me because I don’t come across as “different”—I’m just like them, living the same daily life. I often say what people want to say but can’t, so I end up becoming their voice—whether it’s ranting about office struggles or highlighting bigger issues.
Maybe it’s my style, my voice, or the fact that I make people laugh without using abuses. Families, especially moms, enjoy my videos together. In today’s world, where most content requires headphones, mine is something people can openly watch at home.
Q4. What challenges have you faced while building your brand, and how did you overcome them?
In the beginning, I didn’t even have a proper phone. The one I had had a broken camera, but thankfully, my amazing friends—Moin and Madhav—lent me their phones so I could shoot. I would then edit everything on my laptop. We faced crazy challenges—shooting outdoors at 10 p.m. in freezing winters or under the scorching summer sun. But when you’re having fun, you don’t really care about the weather.
Even today, challenges exist, but now they’re more internal—like self-doubt, questioning what’s next. But then I remind myself: if I could accidentally become a comedian and reach here, anything is possible. I thought my sketching and painting would take me far, but destiny surprised me. In a field I never imagined, I found recognition. So, I just keep moving forward with faith in God—whatever tomorrow brings, I’ll face it.
Q5. Who or what inspires your creativity the most?
India itself is full of entertainment—you can find it anywhere, and if not, I know how to create it. What inspires me is the thought that if I can make someone smile just by talking—and maybe earn a little too (haha)—why not?
I often get messages like, “Bro, you helped me come out of depression.” Honestly, I ask myself, “Am I really worthy of that?” And then a smile appears on my face—and with that smile, new content ideas naturally follow.
Q6. If you could give one piece of advice to aspiring creators, what would it be?
Never try to become someone else—just be yourself. God made you unique; there’s no one like you, and there never will be. If you’re born to be a rose, don’t try to become a jasmine. You’ll lose the strength of being a rose, and you’ll never truly be a jasmine either.
The internet loves originality. Even if your first 50 videos don’t perform, treat them as your training ground. Stay consistent, keep experimenting, and most importantly, enjoy the process.
Q7. What’s one thing about you that your audience might be surprised to know?
People often assume I’m this nonstop funny guy in real life too, cracking jokes all the time. But honestly, I’m a big introvert. Before picking up a call, I overthink so much that sometimes the call cuts before I answer—that’s how socially awkward I can be.
In reality, I’m super quiet. I just sit and observe people like a CCTV camera. Maybe that’s why my content feels relatable—I silently absorb everything, and then unload it all in front of the camera. Basically, I’m on mute all day, and the moment the camera turns on—it’s like someone pressed the “unmute” button at full volume.
Bio:
Popularly known as Dilliaalaa, Jaspreet Singh is an “accidental comedian” from Delhi who transitioned from sketching on paper to sketching life’s realities with humor. His content proves that you don’t need abuses to make India laugh.
Interviewed by: Gurbani Kaur
Edited by: Shantanu Singh
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