Although the film was complete long before the recent political developments, the decision was made to release it only internationally on June 27, 2025, avoiding any potential fallout in India.
The backlash in question stems from the fact that 'Sardaar Ji 3' stars Hania Amir, a Pakistani actress. This casting decision has drawn fierce criticism from certain sections of the public.
“I STAND FIRMLY WITH DILJIT,” Shah wrote in all caps, leaving no room for ambiguity. “The dirty tricks deptt of Jumla Party has been awaiting a chance to attack him. They think they’ve got it at last.”
“There was no advisory, no directive, no indication of such a situation back then,” Sidhu explained. “We didn’t violate any law or sentiment at the time of filming.”
Additionally, they’ve asked for his songs and films to be removed from all major streaming platforms: YouTube, Spotify, JioSaavn, and OTT platforms.
Sonali’s note didn’t shy away from asking hard questions: “And maybe we need to ask ourselves. Is it because he wears a turban? Because he is not Hindu?"
The singer also slammed Diljit’s silence on the matter, accusing him of turning his back on Indian fans after enjoying immense support through concerts and shows.
Let’s take a moment to explore Hania Amir’s past connections with Indian celebrities, both personal and professional, that many may not know about.
The federation expressed deep anger and disappointment, calling this decision not just a professional misstep but a direct insult to the country and its people.
In fact, a prominent cine workers' organisation has now called for a complete ban on Diljit Dosanjh. They argue that featuring Pakistani artists goes against the current national sentiment.
