'Border 2': Bhushan Kumar accused of using influence to lift Diljit Dosanjh's ban for the film
's ban from FWICE has been lifted, permitting him to work on the movie "Border-2." The federation added that Diljit has been given permission to work exclusively on "Border 2" and that the limitations will not be lifted for other projects.
FWICE president B. N. Tiwari disclosed in an exclusive interview with IANS that the "Border 2" makers, T-Series, put pressure on them to remove the Diljit ban.
"If considering a request is pressure, then it can be called that," Tiwari told IANS. "We have good relations with T-Series. We visited them four times and warned them that they could not continue with the shoot, but they kept on asking us for a chance. They were unable to find a different combination of artists for their film.
When they showed their incapability, it was our duty to come up with a solution, as it was our country's money at stake.
"
The "Border 2" producer had sent a letter asking them to allow Diljit to appear in the film, the FWICE president added.
He added that since most of the filming had already been finished and it would have been challenging to find a different cast for the war drama, the filmmakers urged them to allow Diljit to appear in the film.
The filmmakers also told them that it would be very challenging to replace Diljit because they had already filmed the majority of the action scenes.
In response to criticism of Diljit for collaborating with Pakistani actress Hania Aamir on "Sardaar Ji 3," FWICE wrote a letter to
Anurag Singh
,
Bhushan Kumar
, JP Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta requesting that Diljit be taken out of the film.
The letter stated, "The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE), representing the core workforce of the Indian film and television industry, is deeply disappointed and concerned by the casting of actor-singer Mr. Diljit Dosanjh in your upcoming film Border 2, produced under the banner of JP Films in collaboration with T-Series and directed by Mr. Anurag Singh. By choosing to collaborate with an artist who has so brazenly ignored the ongoing tensions and national sentiment, your production has directly undermined the stand taken by the Indian film industry in solidarity with the nation.
"
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Time of India
19 minutes ago
- Time of India
Exploring Urban Horror in '84 Square Meters': The Nightmare of Noisy Neighbors
Your Dream Home Turns Into A Living Nightmare So you finally manage to buy your own place after years of hustling, saving, and maybe borrowing a little (okay, a lot) from every possible source-sounds familiar, right? That's exactly what happens to Woo Sung (played by Kang Ha Neul) in Netflix's latest Korean thriller, ' 84 Square Meters '. He's your typical "yeongkeul-jok"-someone who's literally "scraped their soul together" to own an 84㎡ (about 900 sq. ft.) apartment, the golden standard for middle-class dreams in Korea. But just when he thinks he's made it, he's hit with the one thing no one warns you about: mysterious, relentless apartment noise that just won't quit. Apartment Noise: The True Urban Horror Story by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo Every night, Woo Sung is tortured by bizarre sounds from above. Earplugs? Forget it. He's exhausted, stressed, and starting to lose it. His upstairs neighbor Jin Ho (Seohyun Woo) seems shady, always staring down with a poker face, while the penthouse resident Eun Hwa (Yeom Hye Ran), who runs the apartment association, looks down on everyone-literally and figuratively. The film's poster says it all: "Is it the apartment's fault? Or is it just people?" If you've ever lived in a flat where you could hear every cough, fight, or midnight furniture shuffle, you know this is not just a Korean problem. In Indian cities, too, thin walls and nosy neighbors are a rite of passage-except here, it's dialed up to eleven, with blood, paranoia, and psychological warfare. The Pressure Cooker: When Neighbors Become Enemies Woo Sung's life is already a mess-he's juggling a soul-crushing job, side gigs like late-night food delivery, and even "borrowing" office supplies to make ends meet (raise your hand if you've ever pocketed a stapler). But the real horror starts at home. Accused of being the noise culprit himself, Woo Sung gets desperate. He confronts Eun Hwa, hoping for help, but she's more interested in keeping things quiet before the new GTX train line opens (because, priorities). Meanwhile, the downstairs neighbors start leaving passive-aggressive notes, and Woo Sung gets the creeping feeling he's being watched. "The people downstairs aren't normal," he mutters, and honestly, who hasn't thought that at least once? The tension explodes as neighbors turn on each other. Jin Ho taunts, "You think the downstairs can ever beat the upstairs?" The lines between victim and villain blur, and soon, Woo Sung's face is bloodied, his mind shattered, and the audience is left wondering: Who's really to blame when everything falls apart? Why This Movie Hits So Hard '84 Square Meters' isn't just a thriller-it's a mirror to the anxieties of anyone hustling for a better life in a crowded city. The film dives deep into the struggles of the "yeongkeul-jok" generation, crushed by home loans and sky-high property prices, only to find that the real battle begins after you get the keys. It's the kind of story that hits home for young people everywhere-whether you're in Seoul, Mumbai, or Bangalore. The cast is top-tier, with Kang Ha Neul shedding his usual soft image for a raw, desperate portrayal, backed by Yeom Hye Ran's icy authority and Seohyun Woo's unsettling calm. Director Kim Tae Joon, who made waves with 'Unlocked', brings his signature suspense to the most ordinary setting: your own apartment. By the end, you'll be side-eyeing your own neighbors-and maybe sleeping with the lights on. And if you think this is just another horror flick, think again. '84 Square Meters' is a social thriller that exposes the cracks in our urban dreams, where the real monsters aren't ghosts or ghouls, but the people living next door.
India.com
19 minutes ago
- India.com
Urvashi Rautela Joins Dame Ur Grrr Trend With Jassie Gill on ‘Kasoor 2' Sets — Watch
Mumbai: Actress Urvashi Rautela is currently busy shooting for her next, "Kasoor 2", alongside Jassie Gill. It was speculated for a long time that Urvashi will be a part of "Kasoor 2", and now the former beauty queen has finally joined the sets of the forthcoming drama. During the shoot, Urvashi was spotted joining the 'Dame Ur Grr' trend with her co-star. Both Urvashi and Jassie were seen enjoying a scooter ride in the video captioned, "Dame Un Grrrr @ Talking about working with Urvashi in 'Kasoor 2' Jassie said, "Urvashi Rautela is the most beautiful girl in the universe. She is the most versatile and talented actress and our queen of Cannes. I'm truly happy to do our first film together with Kasoor 2." Before this, Urvashi made headlines for her unfortunate wardrobe mishap during Cannes 2025. She explained that her gown tore after her car came to a sudden halt to avoid hitting an elderly woman. Speaking to IANS, she shared, 'My dear fans, let me share a story that redefined our red-carpet journey. As we hurried toward the event, our car came to a sudden stop elderly 70-year-old woman, full of life's wisdom, crossed our path. Our driver's swift action to protect her sent us lurching forward, and my gown, a vision of artistry, paid the price with a tear. Yet, in that moment, I felt not loss but gratitude for her safety, for our survival, and for the chance to walk the red carpet with a story worth telling. True strength lies in perspective and in shaping our narrative. I choose to weave this tale not of a torn dress but of a heart intact, a spirit unbroken, and a commitment to shine for my nation." "Fortune favors the bold, and I chose to step onto that carpet, not as a victim of circumstance but as a queen of resolve. We celebrate a life spared. Let's raise a toast to priorities that outshine any spotlight," Urvashi added.
Time of India
20 minutes ago
- Time of India
Raza Murad says distributors who once begged for Raj Kapoor's films refused to buy Bobby without seeing it after Mera Naam Joker flop: 'He was in tremendous debt'
Raj Kapoor 's magnum opus Mera Naam Joker may have become a cult classic over time, but at the time of its release, the four-hour-long epic left the legendary actor-filmmaker in financial ruin. The film took six years to make and failed at the box office, putting Kapoor in a position where he was forced to rebuild the trust of an industry that had once revered him. In an interview with Filmy Charcha, veteran actor Raza Murad , who frequently collaborated with Kapoor, reflected on the aftermath of Mera Naam Joker's failure and how it impacted the making of Bobby . 'After Mera Naam Joker, he was in tremendous debt,' Murad said. 'Things got so bad that distributors refused to buy Bobby without seeing it first. These were the same people who were once desperate to secure the rights to his movies. But after Mera Naam Joker, everything changed.' Raj Kapoor wouldn't drink until his films got a censor certificate Despite being hailed early in his career and often compared to Orson Welles, Kapoor's subsequent films faced the burden of great expectations. Murad described him as a deeply passionate filmmaker who sacrificed everything, his time, his health, and even his family, for cinema. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo 'He loved his drinks and meat, but he would quit before getting a censor certificate,' Murad recalled. 'He would become absolutely consumed by films. He had the mind of a 14-year-old. He would fall ill a week before his film's release because he would be so tense about its reception. He was aware that his reputation was at stake. It wasn't about the money. He would put everything on the line.' When Raj Kapoor cheated on wife Krishna Raj Kapoor Raj Kapoor was a Shiva devotee and musical genius Raj Kapoor, who founded the iconic RK Studios and helped define post-Independence Indian cinema, was also deeply spiritual, Murad said. 'He was a devotee of Lord Shiva, and frequently referenced the Ganga in his films.' The actor also recalled Kapoor's exceptional musical instincts: 'He could play any musical instrument under the sun without practice.' Faced with skepticism from distributors during Bobby, Kapoor stood his ground. He reportedly refused to show them the full film but eventually agreed to show the songs to generate confidence. With Bobby, Raj Kapoor not only revived his fortunes but also launched his son Rishi Kapoor into stardom, proving once again why he was called 'The Showman' of Indian cinema.
