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Express Tribune
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
India reverses ban on Pakistani channels and celebrities' accounts
Listen to article India has lifted the ban on Pakistani YouTube channels and artists' social media accounts, allowing Indian viewers to once again access to Pakistani content. Ahad Raza Mir, Mawra Hocane, Yumna Zaidi and Danish Taimoor are among the celebrities whose accounts have been reinstated. However, several accounts are still inaccessible to Indian users, including those of Mahira Khan, Fawad Khan, Wahaj Ali, Iqra Aziz, Farhan Saeed and Hania Aamir. After the April 22 shooting, which targeted tourists in Pahalgam, located in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) and left 26 civilians dead, India had imposed restrictions on Pakistani YouTube channels and the social media profiles of several Pakistani actors and celebrities. Tensions between India and Pakistan further escalated in May when the Pakistan Air Force shot down six Indian jets in retaliation for missile strikes on its territory. The conflict also disrupted the release of Fawad Khan's film Abir Gulaal, starring Vaani Kapoor, with a ban. Posters featuring Pakistani stars Mahira Khan and Mawra Hocane were also removed from Bollywood movie posters on streaming platforms. Read: Instagram accounts of Mahira Khan, Hania Aamir, Ali Zafar blocked in India Indian social media users confirmed that the ban has been lifted by sharing screenshots of previously blocked Pakistani channels and accounts. Not even 3 months into the ban and Pakistani channels are back, many Pakistani actresses' Insta accounts unbanned in India, reports say India vs Pakistan Asia Cup match in September 🙏🙏 — Prayag (@theprayagtiwari) July 2, 2025 Before that, Indian users attempting to view the profiles of Pakistani actors were met with a message stating: 'Account not available in India. This is because we complied with a legal request to restrict this content'. Several Indian media outlets, including India Today and Hindustan Times, also reported the lifting of the ban, confirming that access to Pakistani YouTube channels and some celebrity Instagram accounts has been restored. Earlier, Sardaar Ji 3, a Punjabi horror-comedy starring Diljit Dosanjh, became the center of controversy due to Hania Aamir's involvement. The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) and the Film Federation of India had reportedly urged the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to block the film's release due to her involvement. Ahead of the film's international release, actress Neeru Bajwa reportedly unfollowed Hania on Instagram and removed all promotional content related to the movie from her profile. Many interpreted it as a response to growing criticism in India over the inclusion of a Pakistani actor, especially amid renewed nationalist sentiment following the Pahalgam attack in IIOJK.
NDTV
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Naseeruddin Shah Deletes His Facebook Post Hours After Supporting Diljit Dosanjh Over Sardaar Ji 3 Row
New Delhi: Film veteran Naseeruddin Shah supported Diljit Dosanjh amid Sardaar Ji 3 controversy through a Facebook post on Monday (June 30). He deleted the post later. What's Happening Diljit Dosanjh's Sardaar Ji 3, which released in overseas theatres on June 27, has been embroiled in a controversy as the film featured Pakistani actor Hania Aamir. While singers like Mika Singh, Guru Randhawa slammed Diljit for "betraying" audience's trust, film veteran Naseeruddin Shah supported him full-fledgedly. "I STAND FIRMLY WITH DILJIT," Naseeruddin Shah wrote. "He was not responsible for the casting of the film, the director was. But no one knows who he is whereas Diljit is known the world over, and he agreed to the cast because his mind is not poisoned," he added in a now-deleted post. "What these goons want is to put an end to personal interaction between the people of India and Pakistan. I have close relatives and some dear friends there and no one can stop me from meeting them or sending them love whenever I feel like it. And my response to those who will say 'Go to Pakistan' is 'GO TO KAILASA," Naseeruddin Shah didn't mince his words. The Diljit Dosanjh Controversy Diljit Dosanjh's Sardaar Ji 3 landed in trouble after the presence of Pakistani actor Hania Aamir came to light following the trailer release on June 22. In the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack, the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) renewed its directive of banning Pakistani artistes working in India. Following the ban, Fawad Khan's Abir Gulaal release was stalled in May. However, in the face of ban and threats, Diljit Dosanjh didn't withhold the decision of releasing the film overseas. Diljit is one of the producers of the film as well. Diljit Dosanjh has been facing backlash on social media while celebrities like Imtiaaz Ali and Javed Akhtar backed him over his decision. In A Nutshell
Mint
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Mika Singh clarifies after viral post for Diljit Dosanjh over Sardaar Ji 3 row: ‘No hate, but he must apologise'
After sharing a note, allegedly taking a dig at Diljit Dosanjh, Mika Singh has now clarified that it was indeed for the Lover singer. In a new post, Mika has urged Diljit to apologise after a controversy erupted for casting Pakistani actor Hania Aamir in the upcoming film, Sardaar Ji 3. For the unversed, Hania Aamir was cast in the Diljit movie despite a ban on Pakistani artists in the Indian film industry. In a new post, Mika said that India will forgive Diljit Dosanjh if he apologises for his actions. He wrote, "Guys, I understand we all make mistakes in life. But when we do, there's one simple word that holds power: Sorry. If Diljit made a mistake, we are all willing to forgive. But he must apologise and remove all objectionable scenes from the movie. That's it. No hate. Just respect. Desh Pehle (Nation first) (sic)." Previously, Mika Singh called Diljit a 'fake singer' in his viral post. Without naming him, he shared on social media: 'Guys, as we all know, the relationship between India and Pakistan isn't going well right now. Yet some people continue to act irresponsibly. Before releasing any content that involves artists from across the border, they should think twice - especially when our nation's dignity is involved.' Citing Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor's film Abir Gulaal as an example, Mika also said, 'There was a film featuring Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor that many of us opposed, and yet, some still don't seem to get the message. What's more shocking is that a fake singer, after doing 10 shows in India with thousands of fans buying tickets, has now disappeared — leaving fans betrayed and helpless.' Sardaar Ji 3 also stars Neeru Bajwa. The film is set for release on 27 June. However, as per the makers, it won't release in India as a result of heavy backlash on the internet. Talking about the controversy, Diljit earlier told BBC Asian Network that the film shoot was completed in February, before the Pahalgam terror attack which further escalated tension between India and Pakistan.
India Today
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Diljit must apologise, remove objectionable scenes: Mika Singh amid Sardaar Ji 3 row
Singer-rapper Mika Singh, in another social media note, urged Diljit Dosanjh to apologise for casting Pakistani actor Hania Aamir in his upcoming film, 'Sardaar Ji 3' amid India-Pakistan conflict. He also mentioned that the singer-actor should remove 'objectionable scenes' from the film to put an end to the controversy surrounding the Wednesday, Mika Singh wrote that the nation will forgive Diljit if he apologises. Emphasising the term 'Desh Pehle', he also suggested an amendment that Diljit and the team of 'Sardaar Ji 3' could I understand we all make mistakes in life. But when we do, there's one simple word that holds power: Sorry. If Diljit made a mistake, we are all willing to forgive. But he must apologise and remove all objectionable scenes from the movie. That's it. No hate. Just respect. Desh Pehle (Nation first) (sic)," he wrote on his Instagram page. Here's the post: Prior to this, Mika Singh lashed out at Diljit, calling him a 'fake singer'. On Tuesday, he condemned Diljit's actions in an Instagram post."Guys, as we all know, the relationship between India and Pakistan isn't going well right now. Yet some people continue to act irresponsibly. Before releasing any content that involves artists from across the border, they should think twice - especially when our nation's dignity is involved (sic)," he wrote on then cited Fawad Khan and Vani Kapoor's 'Abir Gulaal', which was banned from releasing in India over Khan's casting. "There was a film featuring Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor that many of us opposed, and yet, some still don't seem to get the message. What's more shocking is that a fake singer, after doing 10 shows in India with thousands of fans buying tickets, has now disappeared — leaving fans betrayed and helpless (sic)," he posted. 'Sardaar Ji 3' is facing the wrath of film associations and many people over the casting of Pakistani actor Hania Aamir amid tensions between India and Pakistan. After the tragic Pahalgam terror attack on April 22 that claimed 26 lives, mostly tourists, India has banned collaborations with Pakistani Diljit Dosanjh and the makers of 'Sardaar Ji 3' are defending themselves, stating that the film was shot before tensions escalated between India and Pakistan. The film is gearing up for a release overseas on June 27.- EndsMust Watch
India Today
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Lakshmi Manchu says art and politics should be kept separate amid Sardaar Ji 3 row
Actor Lakshmi Manchu recently voiced her opposition to the backlash on the casting of Pakistani actors in Indian cinema and emphasised that art should not be entangled with politics. This comes amid backlash over two recent Bollywood films, including 'Abir Gulaal' and 'Sardaar Ji 3.'In a conversation with Hindustan Times, the actor was asked about her opinion on calls to ban such films released in India. She replied, 'Don't politicise art. Go after the people who are causing the trouble. You can't just throw a blanket ban on everybody and say no (you can't work with them). Where is our growth? Where is our warmth? As Indians, we welcomed all these people with open hearts.'advertisementCurrently, Diljit Dosanjh's film is under fire for sharing the screen with Pakistani actor Hania Aamir. Earlier, in March, Vaani Kapoor was under fire for featuring alongside Fawad Khan in 'Abir Gulaal'. Manchu further added, 'Where are our hearts now? Politics is one way, but why are cattle herding and blanketing? Why are they going after an actor? What threat are they to India, and banning their Instagram? Like how insecure are you? Rather than a divide and rule policy, we need to find ways around how we can find common ground and fight together against the common enemy.'Meanwhile, the actor recently featured in Prime Video's latest reality show, 'The Traitors' which is hosted by Karan Johar.- EndsMust Watch
