Satluj Row: Diljit Dosanjh Not Scared After Film’s Removal From ZEE5; Says ‘You Might Have Downloaded It’

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Dosanjh’s Satluj, formerly titled Panjab 95, has been removed from ZEE5 just hours after its OTT release. Netizens are shocked after learning about the latest development, but the Main Vaapas Aaunga star is not at all worried about it. Diljit recently went live on his Instagram handle, where he mentioned that the makers wanted to show the film to viewers. The makers of Satluj were prepared for a possible ban, but now they are not worried, as many people may have already downloaded the film to watch it.

Diljit Dosanjh On Satluj Ban

In a live session on Instagram, Diljit Dosanjh said that he is happy as Satluj has been watched by many people after its silent release on the OTT platform. The actor said, “There was an underlying fear that it could be removed. I think you might have downloaded the movie by now. So, now there is no fear. The youth is now talking about Satluj. I saw a reel in which the film was screened at the Gurudwara.” While explaining more about the Satluj, Diljit stated, “It was necessary for us to present the Satluj to all the audience since we have worked hard on it for many years. I am happy with the response. I am saisfied that movie have reached to you Now, it is your film, and you can watch it multiple times.”

Earlier, Diljit Dosanjh had shared a video on Instagram after Satluj was removed from the OTT platform. He wrote, “Shaheed Jaswant Singh Khalra Ji (folded hand emoji) #Panjab95 Satluj is what happened to Khalra Saab.” (sic)

What Is Satluj Controversy?

Satluj was earlier titled Panjab 95. The Honey Trehan-directed film is a biopic of Jaswant Singh Khalra. He was the one who uncovered the evidence of the truth behind the death of 2000 people in Tarn Taran, Punjab, after the assassination of then-Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. In 1995, Jaswant was reportedly abducted and killed after his investigation had sparked worldwide protests. The film was supposed to be released in 2023, but the Central Board of Film Certification didn’t clear the film’s release due to its political content and potential influence on the viewers. The board had suggested over 120 cuts in Satluj. However, the makers held their grounds against the CBFC demands. Satluj was also scheduled to be premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in 2023, but it didn’t happen since the film was still expecting a verdict from the Bombay High Court. After three years, the makers silently released Satluj on ZEE5. Satluj also stars Arjun Rampal, Suvinder Vicky, Geetika Vidya and others in key roles. Stay tuned for more updates!