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India.com
34 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Imtiaz Ali Backs Diljit Dosanjh Amid Sardaar Ji 3 Row, Calls Him ‘Son Of The Soil'
Mumbai: Renowned filmmaker Imtiaz Ali showed support for his 'Amar Singh Chamkila' actor Diljit Dosanjh amidst the ongoing controversy regarding his movie, "Sardaar Ji 3" starring Pakistani actress Hania Aamir. While appearing as a guest on NDTV 's Creators Manch, the 'Tamasha' maker was asked about Diljit's decision to release "Sardaar ji 3" abroad. Reacting to this, Imtiaz shared, "I can't say much on the row, but since I know Diljit, I can say that us mein deshbhakti ka jazbaa poora bhara hua hai (He is a patriot at heart). He is a son of the soil. You can see at all his concerts, he shows up with the Indian flag." He added that Diljit is not someone who fakes things. "Fakeness ke saath woh kuch nahi karta hai (He doesn't fake things). No one asked him to do it. At the end of all his concerts, he says, "Main hoon Punjab", with the Indian flag," he shared. Shedding some more light on the 'Sardaar Ji 3' row, Imtiaz went on to reveal, "I don't know the details, but casting someone isn't the decision of the actor. I don't know how it went, but I know that uske andar desh prem bahut zyada hai (He loves his country too much). Jo log dekh paayenge unke andar ke sach ko, unko ye samajh mein aa jaayega (People who can see the truth, will understand)." Meanwhile, The Federation of Western India Cine Employees had sent a letter to the filmmaker, asking him to cut all ties with Diljit. "Your involvement risks sending a deeply conflicting message, especially given your influence as a director known for socially resonant themes... "We, therefore, strongly appeal to you to reconsider your collaboration with Diljit Dosanjh and withdraw from associating with any artist who has been officially boycotted by FWICE. Upholding the dignity of our industry and the nation must remain paramount over professional or commercial interests," the letter read.
Hindustan Times
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Rupali Ganguly says Diljit Dosanjh 'fails to recognise responsibilities towards country', miffed at his Border 2 casting
Jun 28, 2025 10:41 AM IST Singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh has been facing criticism since he announced that Pakistani artist Hania Aamir will star in his upcoming movie Sardaar Ji 3. Diljit made the announcement against the backdrop of continuing tensions between India and Pakistan. Now, actor Rupali Ganguly has also criticised Diljit, though she didn't name him, and talked about his upcoming film Border 2. Rupali Ganguly talked about Diljit Dosanjh and Border 2. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Rupali said that it's "truly disheartening and frustrating" for her to "see an actor in Border2 who fails to recognise his responsibilities towards the country". She wrote, "Border was a film that evoked deep patriotism among the people of our nation. It's truly disheartening and frustrating to see an actor in #Border2 who fails to recognise his responsibilities towards the country." Though Rupali hailed the Border 2 team for dropping Diljit from the film, there are no confirmed reports about it. "Kudos to the makers for showing clarity and conviction by dropping that actor from film. A film that celebrates our soldiers and national pride must reflect that spirit in every aspect. No room for confused loyalties in a film about national pride," she tweeted. Is Diljit Dosanjh being dropped from Border 2? Several reports emerged saying that the makers of Border 2 are likely to drop Diljit from the film and that he would be replaced by actor-singer Ammy Virk. However, a highly-placed source close to the production told Hindustan Times, 'There is no plan to replace or remove Diljit from Border 2. His casting was confirmed nearly nine months ago, long before the recent unfortunate incidents. Nearly half the film has already been shot, and any replacement at this stage would be logistically unfeasible." About Border 2 Border 2 is the upcoming sequel to the 1997 blockbuster Border and has a powerhouse production team, including Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, JP Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta. The film is directed by Anurag Singh. Diljit had joined the project in September last year and will feature alongside Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan and Ahan Shetty.
Time of India
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Trump DROPS Plans To Ease Sanctions On Iran After Khamenei's 'Victory' Over Israel Speech
Diljit Dosanjh Snuck a Kirpan into the Met Gala |Shakira Helped Without Knowing Diljit Dosanjh didn't just walk the Met Gala red carpet, he walked in with Punjab, pride, and power stitched into every thread. The actor-singer's royal look featured the map of Punjab, Gurmukhi script, and a tribute to Maharaja Bhupinder Singh of the real moment? Diljit carried his sacred kirpan and almost couldn't get past security. Then, in a twist straight out of a movie, Shakira's metal-heavy outfit triggered the detectors and Diljit slipped through beside her. 'If we get caught, we both will… if not, then not,' he joked later. From cultural symbolism to fashion bravery, Diljit made history. This wasn't just style. It was Sikh identity on the world's biggest fashion stage. 5.7K views | 1 day ago
News18
9 hours ago
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- News18
Diljit Dosanjh Safe In Border 2 Amid Sardaar Ji 3 Backlash? Here's What We Know
Last Updated: Amid the Sardaar Ji 3 backlash, Diljit Dosanjh will not be replaced in Border 2, say sources, despite growing calls for a ban by industry bodies. Diljit Dosanjh remains at the centre of a heated controversy over the overseas release of Sardaar Ji 3, which features Pakistani actress Hania Aamir. The film's release, just two months after the Pahalgam terror attack, has drawn sharp criticism, with demands intensifying from film bodies to boycott Diljit and remove him from upcoming projects—including the much-anticipated war drama Border 2. However, according to information obtained by Hindustan Times, there are no current plans to replace Diljit in Border 2. A highly-placed source close to the production confirmed, 'There is no plan to replace or remove Diljit from Border 2. His casting was confirmed nearly nine months ago, long before the recent unfortunate incidents. Nearly half the film has already been shot, and any replacement at this stage would be logistically unfeasible." The controversy escalated on June 25, when the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) formally addressed letters to co-producer Bhushan Kumar and lead actor Sunny Deol, urging them to sever ties with Diljit. While both parties have yet to issue a formal response, the silence from the production team—led by Nidhi Dutta and Bhushan Kumar—has only intensified public curiosity. In an unexpected twist, FWICE has also written to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Home Minister Amit Shah, appealing for the withdrawal of permissions granted to the Border 2 team for filming at the prestigious National Defence Academy (NDA). As the backlash brews, the film's production team is reportedly preparing an official statement to address the growing controversy. Adding to the intrigue, Neeru Bajwa, Diljit's co-star in Sardaar Ji 3, quietly deleted all promotional content related to the film from her Instagram profile on Thursday. While she has not publicly commented on the matter, her digital silence has prompted speculation about a possible shift in allegiance. Meanwhile, singer Mika Singh has vocally opposed the casting of Hania Aamir and the decision to proceed with the film's overseas release. Singer Guru Randhawa also joined the conversation with a cryptic post on X (formerly Twitter) that read, 'Lakh pardesi hoyieee, Apna desh nhi bhandi daa. Jehre mulk da khayie, us da bura nhi mangi da," a statement many interpreted as a veiled jab at Diljit. In a surprising follow-up, Guru deactivated his X account on Friday, adding more layers to an already polarising situation. While the makers of Sardaar Ji 3 have maintained that the film was shot before recent tensions and chose to release it only overseas out of respect for domestic sentiment, the debate around art, patriotism, and accountability continues to gain momentum. First Published:
Time of India
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kumar Vishwas reacts to Diljit Dosanjh's 'Sardaar Ji 3' row: 'Uski mazaak banane waali ladki ke saath aap film bana lunga?'
Renowned Hindi poet and former politician Kumar Vishwas recently addressed the rising criticism surrounding Diljit Dosanjh-starrer 'Sardaar Ji 3'. The film has drawn flak for featuring Pakistani actress Hania Aamir, particularly in the aftermath of the India-Pak tensions since April 2025. Kumar Vishwas on Diljit Dosanjh 's ' Sardaar Ji 3' controversy During an interview with NDTV, Kumar Vishwas addressed the ongoing boycott call for the movie from social media users. Many found the collaboration insensitive, and Vishwas slammed the double standards artists display in such a crucial situation. Diljit Dosanjh Snuck a Kirpan into the Met Gala |Shakira Helped Without Knowing He further criticised Diljit's decision to collaborate with a Pakistani actress who once mocked India's strategy and stood against the country in times of crisis. 'Aur yeh jo ahankar ho gaya hai na stars ko, ki mera kya hai? Main toh gaa dunga. Yeh bohot galat baat hai. Meri responsibility yeh jo log ticket deke Kumar Vishwas ko dekhne aaye hain, unke prati hai. Inke gharon mein toh gola aake padh raha hai, inka sipahi toh tirange mein lapet ke aa raha hai. Aur uski mazaak banane waali ladki ke saath aap bol rahe hain mein uske saath film bana lunga, gaana bana lunga?' (This arrogance that the stars have now, thinking, 'What's it to me? I will just sing.' This is very wrong. Who made you? My responsibility is towards those people who bought tickets to come and see Kumar Vishwas. In their homes, shells are falling; their soldiers are returning wrapped in the tricolour. And you talk about making a film, making songs with the girl who mocks them?) About the boycott call for Diljit Dosanjh's Sardaar Ji 3 The backlash against Diljit Dosanjh intensified after the trailer of Sardaar Ji 3 was released. It showcased Pakistani actors including Hania Aamir, Nasir Chinyoti, Daniel Khawar, and Saleem Albela. The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) submitted a request to the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to refuse certification to the film due to the presence of Pakistani artists. Sardaar Ji 3 movie release Amid escalating tensions and mounting public pressure, the producers of Sardaar Ji 3 opted out of an Indian theatrical release. The film premiered internationally yesterday (June 27).
