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Time of India
3 hours ago
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- Time of India
'Son of Sardaar 2' Movie Review and Release Live Updates: Ajay Devgn starrer off to a slow start at the box office
07:03 (IST) Aug 01 When there are two differing points of view, you need to sit down and resolve issues through conversation, actor Ajay Devgn said on Friday while responding to the controversy surrounding Diljit Dosanjh's film "Sardaar Ji 3", which has drawn criticism for featuring Pakistani star Hania Aamir. The Punjabi film courted a huge controversy last month after Dosanjh shared the trailer of "Sardaar Ji 3", which made its debut in overseas territories on June 27 and skipped release in India. Many social media users have called for a ban on Dosanjh, while politicians and trade unions like the All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) and the Federation of Western lndia Cine Employees (FWICE) have criticised the Punjabi actor-musician for collaborating with Aamir in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack. "I don't know where the trolling comes from (or) what is right and what is wrong. I'm not in his shoes to comment on that. He would've had his problems, and people are thinking from their point of view. "So, when you've two different points of view, then you can sit and solve it out together. I'll not blame anybody or say that, this is right or wrong; they need a conversation," Devgn told reporters at the trailer launch press conference of 'Son of Sardaar 2'.
Indian Express
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Meet singer and former MP Muhammad Sadiq, whose song from the '80s is powering Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar
When Punjabi folk singer Muhammad Sadiq recorded his song 'Na de dil pardesi nu' (Don't give your heart to a stranger) aka Jogi in the turbulent '80s of Punjab marked by significant insurgency, it was under a modest contract with HMV and sung with his singing partner Ranjit Kaur. Penned by popular Punjabi songwriter Babu Singh Mann and arranged by Charanjit Ahuja, the song quickly found a place in the village akhadas (live performances), at weddings and had trucks and tractors blaring it on their crackling cassette stereos – a litmus test for the popularity of any song. Algorithm-based music searches and Spotify chart toppers were yet to arrive. The song was revived and given a new lease of life in the 2000s by music producer Panjabi MC, who took the raw appeal of the song and its high-pitched and bright Punjabi tumbi riff and turned it into a club favourite in the British Asian underground space. The desis bonded over its beats and brassy tune often during 'daytimers' – afternoon club events, as there were night curfews from parents and a very confined nightlife. Two decades later, the song is back – this time with rapper Hanumankind and singer Jasmine Sandlas layering their voices with Sadiq and Kaur's rustic, unpolished voices in the upcoming Ranveer Singh-starrer action thriller, Dhurandhar. Singh's smouldering intensity and the numerous action sequences in the recently released first look have been paired with this age-old Punjabi ditty in a new avatar. The film will release in December. Sadiq, 78, is chuffed that the song is back in the spotlight. 'I lived and grew up in a village and my background is basic and traditional. Whatever I sung and whenever I made these songs, the idea was to appeal to the people from the village. The young in that generation were not so educated. Youngsters were like me and I made a song that they would like. The urban audience was never on my mind. But it was nice when it played in clubs in England. Now this film has done another version of it,' says Ludhiana-based Sadiq, who is also a former Member of Parliament and had won the Indian general election on a Congress ticket from Faridkot in 2019. The song, which Sadiq calls an example of 'Punjabi civility and culture' uses figures like Heer, Sassi and Sohni – tragic heroines popular in Punjabi folk tales – besides traditional Punjabi folk styles. This was one of Sadiq's most significant moments; he has sung it at almost every concert. 'I was in England last year. They are still playing it in the clubs,' he says. Earlier this year, Sadiq was the guest artiste in global popstar Dosanjh's Ludhiana concert, which was a part of his sold-out Dil-Luminati tour, where he was introduced as 'the real OG' of Punjabi music. The two also sung a couple of songs together, including Na de dil pardesi nu. Dosanjh honoured Sadiq with a shawl and tumbi – Sadiq's instrument – in a glass case, besides going on his knees and bowing to him on stage. 'That boy (Dosanjh) has shown the way to the younger generation and manifested what it is to respect senior artistes. It is because of him that the younger generation knows me and my music. He's achieved so much and yet he is still so down to earth. I wish Waheguru gives him more success,' says Sadiq. Born in Kup Kalan, a sleepy little village in Punjab's Malerkotla, Sadiq grew up in a Punjabi Muslim family from the Mirasi community, traditionally travelling musicians and keepers of the folklore in the subcontinent, who came from Rampur near Ludhiana. In the village noted for its literary tradition and writers like Surjit Rampuri, Gurcharan Rampuri, Joginder Singh and Surinder Rampuri, is where Sadiq's father, a military man, became a raagi in the Manji Sahab gurdwara – a significant religious site for the Sikhs – in the nearby Alamgir. So the first strains that Sadiq heard and imbibed were that of the gurbani (hymns from Guru Granth Sahib). 'Also, on my way to school, I often heard Mohammed Rafi being played in some shops and his voice mesmerised me,' says Sadiq, who would often perform at Bal Sabhas. He was 10 when he performed at an event where the PEPSU (Patiala and East Punjab States Union – a State that united eight princely states) Chief Minister Brish Bhan was the chief guest and gave him Rs 100 as a reward for singing Rafi's Jagwala mela yaaron from the 1949 album Lachhi (1949). 'My mother didn't sleep,' says Sadiq, with a laugh. He soon began learning Hindustani classical music from Ustad Baqir Hussain of the Patiala gharana. 'After learning for a few years, I realised that classical music was a niche form and heard by fewer people,' says Sadiq, who was also the eldest of six children and needed to work. He was about 16-17 when he joined the neighbouring natak mandali and would do small roles in Ramlila and other Punjabi plays. He would often croon the singing portions. In the '80s, when duets were the trend, he began singing with many musicians. His recording of Laung Gawacha with Surinder Kaur remains famous, even though it has been sung and remixed by a number of artistes. Others include Kurti malmal di and Sun ke lalkaara among others. He finally began singing with Kaur and toured with her for years. Even though '80s Punjab was riddled with violence and turbulence Sadiq and Kaur continued so that they could make a living. This is also the time when Amar Singh Chamkila was singing. 'The mahaul (atmosphere) was not conducive when we were singing. While I wasn't threatened the way he was, I was asked not to sing on the platforms which were given by the Congress party. There was also the 11 people at a wedding rule for a while. After Chamkila's death, the work just stopped. Families organising weddings stopped calling the artistes. But slowly things began improving,' says Sadiq, who says that he hasn't received any royalty for the song since HMV changed hands in 1986. While Punjabi folk has found a new lease of life in Hindi cinema, questions of credit and royalty remain unanswered. Dhurandhar producers also did not credit Sadiq or any of the members involved with the song before it was pointed out by Charanjit Singh's son on social media, where he tagged actor Ranveer Singh. There has been no payment, of course, since the songs were owned by labels earlier and artistes were not very well aware of their rights. 'Almost every other Hindi film either has a Punjabi tune or a glimpse of one. But the folk artistes are often left on the margins. I hope there is awareness and better credit,' says Sadiq.
Mint
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Will not blame anybody, need to solve it together: Ajay Devgn on Diljit Dosanjh controversy
Mumbai, Jul 11 (PTI) When there are two differing points of view, you need to sit down and resolve issues through conversation, actor Ajay Devgn said on Friday while responding to the controversy surrounding Diljit Dosanjh's film "Sardaar Ji 3", which has drawn criticism for featuring Pakistani star Hania Aamir. The Punjabi film courted a huge controversy last month after Dosanjh shared the trailer of "Sardaar Ji 3", which made its debut in overseas territories on June 27 and skipped release in India. Many social media users have called for a ban on Dosanjh, while politicians and trade unions like the All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) and the Federation of Western lndia Cine Employees (FWICE) have criticised the Punjabi actor-musician for collaborating with Aamir in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack. "I don't know where the trolling comes from (or) what is right and what is wrong. I'm not in his shoes to comment on that. He would've had his problems, and people are thinking from their point of view. "So, when you've two different points of view, then you can sit and solve it out together. I'll not blame anybody or say that, this is right or wrong; they need a conversation," Devgn told reporters at the trailer launch press conference of 'Son of Sardaar 2'. At the event, Devgn was also asked about the ongoing language row in Maharashtra. The controversy started after the Maharashtra government made it compulsory for state-run primary schools to teach Hindi as a third language, apart from English and Marathi. "The only answer I'll give you about the language thing which is going on is 'Aata Maaji Satakli',' Devgn said, referring to the popular dialogue from his hit "Singham" franchise. The 'Raid 2' actor said he is thrilled about returning to the comedy genre after six years with 'Son of Sardaar 2'. 'I didn't realise I'm doing comedy after six years, but it was a lot of fun doing this film. The script was very funny. When we decided to do 'Son of Sardaar 2', the important thing was that the humour quotient had to be more than the first part, and we are glad we cracked that kind of a script,' Devgn said. 'Son of Sardaar' was helmed by Ashwni Dhir and starred Devgn, Sanjay Dutt and Sonakshi Sinha as well as Mukul Dev, who died in May this year at the age of 54. The first part revolved around Jaswinder "Jassi" Singh Randhawa (Devgn), who returns to his village in Punjab after spending years in London to sell ancestral property. But things take an unexpected turn. In the trailer of the upcoming sequel, Devgn's character is seen mimicking Sunny Deol's character from 'Border' in one of the sequences. 'He is my neighbour. When we were young, Bobby and I were growing up together, and Sunny paaji was someone whom we respected and looked up to. We still talk about the punch he gives on screen; nobody can beat him,' the actor said. Directed by Vijay Kumar Arora, "Son of Sardaar 2" also stars Ravi Kishan, Sanjay Mishra, Mrunal Thakur, Chunky Panday, Vindu Dara Singh, Deepak Dobriyal, Ashwini Kalsekar, Kubbra Sait, Roshni Walia, and Sharat Saxena. Produced by Devgn alongside Jyoti Deshpande, N R Pachisia and Pravin Talreja, the movie is set to release on July 25.
India Today
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
I am not in his shoes: Ajay says conversation needed between Diljit and his critics
Actor Ajay Devgn reacted to people criticising Diljit Dosanjh for working with Pakistani actor Hania Aamir in 'Sardaar Ji 3'. The actor was present at the trailer launch of his latest film 'Son of Sardaar 2' when he answered a journalist's question about the trolling that Dosanjh has been facing for the overseas release of his film featuring a Pakistani actor. He said it wouldn't be appropriate on his part to take a side in the matter since he is not in Dosanjh's said in Hindi, "Dekhiye I don't know where the trolling comes from. Kya sahi hai, kya galat hai (I can't decide what is right and wrong) - I am not in his shoes to comment on that."He continued, "Uski apni problems hogi. Baaki jo log keh rahe hain vo apne point of view se soch rahe hain. Toh jab do alag point of views hote hain, toh vo baith ke solve kiya ja sakte hain. Vo apne hisaab se soch rahe hain, aap apne hisaab se soch rahe hain. Aisa nahi hota hai (He must be dealing with his own problems. Those who are criticising him are thinking from their perspective. Two clashing perspectives can only be sorted out with a conversation. Both parties are applying their own logic. This is not how things are done)." The actor concluded, "I will not blame anybody. I will not say ki ismein se koi galat hai ya sahi hai (I will not decide who's right and who's wrong here). They need a conversation." Dosanjh earlier said he had no control over the release of 'Sardaar Ji 3', and that the film was shot before the ghastly Pahalgam terror attack which led to the ban of Pakistani artistes in the country. Following the release of his film, several film bodies in India called for a ban of the actor and others associated with 'Sardaar Ji 3'.A section of the audience and celebrities continued to support Dosanjh, reiterating his own stand on the issue: that it was not his Devgn's 'Son of Sardaar 2' is slated to hit the screens on July 25. The film is directed by Vijay Kumar Arora, and also features Ravi Kishan, Sanjay Mishra, Mrunal Thakur, Neeru Bajwa, Chunky Panday, Kubbra Sait, Deepak Dobriyal, Vindu Dara Singh, Roshni Walia, Sharat Saxena, Sahil Mehta and the late Mukul Dev in important roles.- EndsMust Watch IN THIS STORY#Ajay Devgn#Diljit Singh Dosanjh
News18
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
‘Shot Before Pahalgam...': Punjab CM Mann Backs Diljit Dosanjh Amid Row Over Sardaar Ji 3
Last Updated: CM says film was shot before Pahalgam attack, questions why Pakistani teams can visit India while artists face bans. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann earlier this week appeared to dismiss the criticism levelled at singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh over casting Pakistani female actor Hania Aamir in his latest film 'Sardaar Ji 3'. The Punjab Chief Minister, according to a report by news agency PTI, a 'gaddar' (traitor) pointed out that critics of Diljit Dosanjh labelled his as a 'traitor" over his casting choice. Many were enraged by the singer-actor's choice because the national sentiment was not to give space to artists of the neighbouring country until their government abandons its pro-terrorism state policy. The Aam Aadmi Party's top leader also highlighted that the film was made before the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that claimed the lives of 26 people. 'A Pakistani actor acted in Diljit Dosanjh's film. It was shot before the Pahalgam terror attack. The Pakistani actor worked in it as our culture is the same. They speak Punjabi and we speak as well," said Mann was quoted as saying by the news agency. He made the statement during his address at an event here. The Punjab CM appeared to question the decision of Pakistan playing the Asia Cup. 'Diljit was called a 'gaddar'. And now a Pakistani team will come to play here, and then everything will be fine?" asked Mann. The government last week gave its approval for Pakistani participation in hockey's Asia Cup, scheduled to be held in Rajgir, Bihar from August 27 to September 7. Envious Of Punjabis Mann also said that Punjabis are unncessarily being targeted by the 'self-proclaimed nationalists" who are envious of Punjab and Punjabis. He said the movie has been unnecessarily banned in the country. He said that the community played a key role in making the country self-reliant in food production and safeguarding the borders of the nation. A row had erupted over the casting of the Pakistani actress in Dosanjh's movie. Trade unions like the All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) and the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) have criticised Dosanjh for collaborating with Aamir in the wake of the Pahalgam attack, with FWICE demanding that his citizenship be cancelled. Many social media users have also called for a ban on the Punjabi actor-musician. Several Sikh leaders from across parties have come out in Dosanjh's support terming the calls to revoke his citizenship as unfair. Dosanjh had recently defended his decision to release 'Sardaar Ji 3' in overseas territories amid the controversy. The film's producers are already facing losses as the film won't come out in India due to a ban on Pakistani artists, and in such a scenario, it is justified to release it overseas, he had added. 'When this film was made, the situation was fine. We shot it in February and everything was going well at that time. Look, there are a lot of things, big things, that are not in our control. So the producers decided that obviously, now this film won't release in India, so let's release it overseas," Dosanjh had said. Relations between India and Pakistan hit an all-time low after the Pahalgam attack. In retaliation, the Indian armed forces carried out strikes on nine terror camps across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) on May 7, in an operation codenamed Operation Sindoor. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
