Punjabi actor Diljit Dosanjh has finally broken his silence on the controversy surrounding the casting of Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in Sardaar Ji 3, which has now been officially announced for overseas release following a ban on Pakistani artists in India. Diljit Dosanjh Reacts to Sardaar Ji 3 Ban in India Controversy.
In an interview, Diljit confirmed that the movie was filmed in February. That was months prior to the devastating Pahalgam terror attack in April. That intensified India–Pakistan tensions and prompted film federations to boycott Pakistani artists. He added:
“Jab yeh film bani thi tab situation sab theek tha. We shoot this in February. Now situation is not in our control. … Even when I signed film, everything was good. So if the producers want to release abroad, I support them.”
He did admit to the financial costs, commenting that the producers have “invested a lot of money” and “know there will be a loss” by not opening the film in India.
As for Hania Aamir, Diljit had praise for her professionalism and respect for each other. That he “really respects her work and her privacy,” and that their interactions were “to the point, nothing more.”.
Pakistani Actress Hania Aamir Ban:
The backlash for casting Hania has been so fierce. Pretty soon after the trailer dropped, Indian cinema bodies—led by the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE). They demanded a block against the Indian certification of the film and held Diljit responsible for going against national sentiments. Social media was filled with judgment from fans and other artists alike, such as singer B Praak, who berated Diljit, calling some artists “conscience sellers”.
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Ignoring all the flak, Sardaar Ji 3 will be internationally released on June 27, 2025, with a big cast comprising Neeru Bajwa, Jasmin Bajwa, Manav Vij, and Gulshan Grover. Diljit has clearly expressed his stand and he endorses it.
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