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Hans India
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Singer Jasbir Jassi faces legal heat over support for Pakistani actress
Popular Punjabi singer Jasbir Jassi has found himself at the center of controversy after publicly defending actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh's decision to cast Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in the upcoming film Sardaar Ji 3. His remarks have now led to a formal complaint being lodged against him at the Parliament Street police station in Delhi. According to the complaint, Jassi's support for involving a Pakistani artist in the film, especially in the immediate aftermath of the recent Pahalgam terrorist attack, is being seen as 'anti-national' and insensitive to the sacrifices of Indian soldiers. The complaint also claims that Jassi's statements — which are now widely circulating on social media — have stirred public outrage and hurt national sentiment. In a recent interview, Jassi openly addressed the backlash surrounding Sardaar Ji 3, stating: 'I see protests against Diljit's film because it stars a Pakistani actress. I understand the love for our country — I share that too. But what about the double standards? If you want to ban Pakistani artists, fine — but then why is 80% of our music industry filled with songs stolen from there, or sung by artists from that country? Why selectively target just one film?' He went on to criticize the inconsistency in such protests, adding: 'You can't invite someone into your home, enjoy what they bring, and then call them the enemy. If the sentiment is to ban, then let's remove everything — songs, content, all of it — from YouTube, Spotify, and every digital platform. But singling out one artist or film isn't the solution.' Jassi's comments have sparked intense debate online, with many supporting his call for consistency, while others deem his timing and tone inappropriate given the current national climate. With legal proceedings now in motion, the controversy surrounding Sardaar Ji 3 continues to deepen, underscoring the recurring tensions between cross-border cultural collaboration and national sentiment in India's entertainment industry.
Time of India
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Jasbir Jassi supports Diljit Dosanjh amid 'Sardaar Ji 3' amid controversy, calls it 'double standards'
Pakistani actress Hania Aamir appearance in the trailer of Diljit Dosanjh 's 'Sardaar Ji 3' sparked quite the controversy. Due to rising tensions between India and Pakistan, especially after the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22 and Operation Sindoor on May 7, the makers decided not to release the film in India. After Diljit announced the film's release date as June 27, major film bodies like the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) and the All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) responded by announcing a ban on Diljit Dosanjh in India. Jasbir Jassi Supports Diljit Dosanjh Now, Punjabi singer Jasbir Jassi has lent his support to Diljit Dosanjh during the current controversy. Speaking to NDTV, he said he respects people's feelings about standing by the country. However, he also pointed out the double standards, saying that Indian films often feature songs by foreign singers, but no one seems to have a problem with that. Jasbir Jassi Calls Out 'Double Standards' Amid the ongoing 'Sardaar Ji 3' and Hania Aamir controversy, Punjabi singer Jassi said that the harsh criticism against Diljit Dosanjh reflects 'double standards' in the industry. He said to NDTV, "I'm seeing how Diljit Dosanjh and his film are facing protests on social media because that film also stars a Pakistani artiste. I respect people's sentiments that we should love our country and that we should stand by our country. But, why these double standards? If you don't want any Pakistani artists singing, acting or working in any Indian film, you want to ban them. But 80% of the songs of our industry have been stolen, be it their tunes or words or the entire songs. There are so many songs in our films that have been sung by the artists of that country. I don't want to take names because the list is too long. So, why these double standards?" "Either get rid of all those songs from YouTube, Spotify and other digital platforms. But not like this, you take just one artist and start protesting against them. It's like someone came to your house with something to eat and then you start calling them the enemy but you keep eating the things or sweets they brought along with them. If you want to ban (Pakistani artists), ban them completely. Get all that content available in the world lifted. .. why are you banning films of one artist at a time?, he further stated. FWICE to Ban Diljit Dosanjh After a strong online backlash over a Pakistani actress featuring in the upcoming regional film, Diljit Dosanjh has faced severe criticism. FWICE President BN Tiwari told NDTV that the federation has decided to issue a directive banning Diljit and the film's producers in India. BN Tiwari revealed to NDTV, "There will be complete non co-operation. If the film is released anywhere, we will issue a directive of non co-operation. We will ensure that Diljit Dosanjh won't get work (films or concerts) in any part of India." "If he doesn't withdraw the release of the film, he won't get work in India." FWICE and AICWA Ban Diljit Dosanjh from Working in India Along with FWICE, the All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has also decided to ban Diljit from working in the Indian film industry. Ashok Pandit reacted to the news and opened up in an exclusive interview in NDTV, "This is sheer arrogance. You think it doesn't matter to you (Diljit Dosanjh). This is arrogance. And it's important to break this arrogance. It's important to break this arrogance. By living in this country, by earning in this country, by using this country, the emotions of the people here... Look, you have a huge responsibility. Because you have lakhs of followers. You have so many followers that your responsibility increases." Jasbir Jassi Says Targeting One Pakistani Artist Is Unfair As the backlash over Hania Aamir acting with Diljit in 'Sardaar Ji 3' continues, singer and actor Jasbir Jassi shared his view. He said it's unfair to blame just one Pakistani artist when '80% of the songs in Indian films' are copied, and no one talks about that. Bobby Deol Meets Diljit Dosanjh: Punjabi Power Goes Viral
NDTV
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Amid Hania Aamir- Sardaar Ji 3 Row, Punjabi Singer Jasbir Jassi Supports Diljit Dosanjh: "Why These Double Standards?"
Ever since the internet spotted Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in Diljit Dosanjh's Sardaar Ji 3 trailer, the outrage has been tremendous. The makers have skipped the film's India release amid the India-Pakistan tensions, propelled by the Pahalgam terror attack (April 22) and Operation Sindoor (May 7). After Diljit announced the release date of the film (June 27), authorities like the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) and the All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) have decided to ban Diljit Dosanjh in India. Now, Punjabi singer Jasbir Jassi has extended his support towards Diljit Dosanjh amid the ongoing backlash. He told NDTV, that he respects "people's sentiments that we should love our country, that we should stand by our country", however, he also called people out on their "double standards", as he justifies how there are many songs in Indian films that are sung by artists of other countries. What's Happening Amid the ongoing Hania Aamir-Sardaar Ji 3 controversy, Jasbir Jassi has spoken up on why the severe backlash against Diljit Dosanjh is a sign of "double standards". He told NDTV, "I'm seeing how Diljit Dosanjh and his film are facing protests on social media because that film also stars a Pakistani artiste. I respect people's sentiments that we should love our country and that we should stand by our country. But, why these double standards? If you don't want any Pakistani artists singing, acting or working in any Indian film, you want to ban them. But 80% of the songs of our industry have been stolen, be it their tunes or words or the entire songs. There are so many songs in our films that have been sung by the artists of that country. I don't want to take names because the list is too long. So, why these double standards?" He added, "Either get rid of all those songs from YouTube, Spotify and other digital platforms. But not like this, you take just one artiste and start protesting against them. It's like someone came to your house with something to eat and then you start calling them the enemy but you keep eating the things or sweets they brought along with them. If you want to ban (Pakistani artists), ban them completely. Get all that content available in the world lifted... why are you banning films of one artist at a time? Jasbir Jassi's comments come after singer Mika criticised Diljit Dosanjh for working with Hania Aamir in Sardaar Ji 3. What We Know So Far After the internet reacted strongly against seeing a Pakistan artist feature in an upcoming regional film, Diljit Dosanjh has received severe flak. The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) President, BN Tiwari told NDTV that they have decided to issue a directive to ban Diljit Dosanjh and other producers of the film in India. BN Tiwari told NDTV, "There will be complete non co-operation. If the film released anywhere, we will issue a directive of non co-operation. We will ensure that Diljit Dosanjh won't get work (films or concerts) in any part of India." "If he doesn't withdraw the release of the film, he won't get work in India," BN Tiwari added. Along with the FWICE, the All Indian Cine Workers Association also decided to ban Diljit Dosanjh from working in India. In an exclusive interview with NDTV, Ashok Pandit reacted to the news. "This is sheer arrogance. You think it doesn't matter to you (Diljit Dosanjh). This is arrogance. And it's important to break this arrogance. It's important to break this arrogance. By living in this country, by earning in this country, by using this country, the emotions of the people here... Look, you have a huge responsibility. Because you have lakhs of followers. You have so many followers that your responsibility increases," he said. In A Nutshell The rage against Hania Aamir starring with Diljit Dosanjh in Sardaar Ji 3 refuses to simmer down. Now Indian singer and actor Jasbir Jassi has shared his opinion on why it is extremely unfair to target just one Pakistani artist, when "80% of the songs in our Indian films" have been stolen.
