Tensions between India and Pakistan have worsened after the Pahalgam attack in April. Following the attacks, India banned the social media accounts of Pakistani artistes in the country, and barred them from participating in Indian shows and films. Amid this, Diljit Dosanjh’s decision to release his film Sardaar Ji 3, featuring Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in a supporting role, has attracted severe backlash. Now, the Punjabi actor-singer has reacted to the hate and his decision to release the film overseas.
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Diljit Dosanjh reacts to hate against Sardaar Ji 3
In an interview with BBC Asian Network, Diljit shared that the situation between India and Pakistan was fine when he signed the film. He said in Hindi, “When the film was made, the situation was fine. This film was shot in February. A lot of things happened after that which are not in our control. When it (Pahalgam attack) happened, the producers knew that they can’t release this film in India anymore. But, they decided to release it overseas as they have invested a lot of money in the film. They will 100% suffer losses because they are removing an entire territory.”
The singer clarified, “The truth is when I signed the film, the situation was just fine. Now, when the producers want to release it overseas, I will have to stand with them and support their decision.” In the same interview, he also spoke about working with Hania. He said, “Hania Aamir is good. She is very professional. I don’t get involved with anyone much, I am a very private person.”
As part of his support, Diljit Dosanjh shared the trailer of his film on his social media handles, which attracted mixed reactions. While some were thrilled for the film, others questioned Diljit’s choice to work with a Pakistani actress even after the terror attack. Hours later, Diljit shared a teaser of a song from the film, starring Hania Aamir, which he soon removed due to criticism.
How India reacted to Abir Gulal
Post the Pahalgam attack in April, India strongly reacted to the film Abir Gulal, starring Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor. What was supposed to be the Pakistani actor’s comeback in Indian cinema after nine years, was banned once again. Fawad Khan had been away from Indian cinema due to another ban, which was imposed post the 2016 Uri attack.
