Veteran lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar has weighed in on the ongoing controversy surrounding Diljit Dosanjh’s upcoming film Sardaar Ji 3, delivering a strong defense of the actor amid allegations of cross-border affiliations. Akhtar dismissed calls to boycott or ban the movie, saying such moves would only hurt Indian producers and investors, not any foreign entities.
The Controversy
Diljit Dosanjh, who plays the lead in Sardaar Ji 3, has recently faced scrutiny on social media over alleged ties with Pakistan, which sparked debates over whether the film should be released or blocked. Some fringe groups accused the actor of “anti-national sentiments.”
In response, Javed Akhtar said:
“If you ban the movie, the money lost will be Indian. It’s not Pakistani money in this film. It’s a product of our industry, and we should not sabotage our own.”
Film Industry Backs Dosanjh
Akhtar’s statement joins a growing chorus of voices from Bollywood and the Punjabi film industry condemning what they see as “cancel culture” without evidence. Producers of Sardaar Ji 3 also clarified that the film is 100% Indian-financed and produced, and has no foreign involvement.
Akhtar emphasized that art must not be politicized, especially when livelihoods and creativity are at stake.
Public Reaction
The lyricist's comments have gone viral, with many netizens applauding his bold and pragmatic take. Film fans and civil society members have called for more fact-based discourse rather than reactionary calls for bans.
FAQs
Q: Why is Diljit Dosanjh facing backlash over Sardaar Ji 3?
A: He was accused of having links with Pakistan, which he has denied; the claims have sparked boycott calls.
Q: What did Javed Akhtar say?
A: He stated that banning the movie would only hurt Indian investments, not Pakistani interests.
Q: Is Sardaar Ji 3 produced in India?
A: Yes, the film is fully Indian-produced and funded, with no Pakistani involvement.
Q: Has the government taken any action?
A: As of now, there has been no official intervention or ban on the film’s release.
Q: When is Sardaar Ji 3 releasing?
A: The official release date has not been altered and remains as announced earlier.
published on 28th june
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