WEBDESK: In yet another display of intolerance and extremism, Indian film organisations have launched a vicious campaign against popular singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh and the team behind his upcoming Punjabi film Sardaarji 3. The controversy arose after the casting of celebrated Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in the film, sparking outrage among extremist Indian groups.
Bollywood film bodies boycott Diljit Dosanjh for Daring to cast a Pakistani
The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has gone as far as to demand the cancellation of passports for Diljit Dosanjh and his team, accusing them of betraying India by collaborating with a Pakistani artist. In an official letter addressed to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, FWICE expressed fury over the actress’s inclusion, labelling it an “affront to the sovereignty, dignity, and security of India.”
The film, which was originally scheduled for release in India on 27 June 2025, will now only be screened internationally after pressure from extremist elements within the Indian film industry. FWICE and another group, the All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA), have pledged to boycott Diljit Dosanjh and anyone associated with the film.
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— All Indian Cine Workers Association (@AICWAOfficial) June 23, 2025
Date: 23rd June 2025
Issued by: All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA)
AICWA Condemns Inclusion of Pakistani Actress Hania Aamir in Sardar Ji 3
Calls for Boycott of Singer & Producer Diljit Dosanjh
All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) strongly… pic.twitter.com/W2rOhE2jMO
In their aggressive statement, FWICE accused Hania Aamir of being “anti-India” and alleged that she had spoken against the country in the past. They claimed that her appearance in any Indian production would be “an insult to every Indian citizen, every martyr, and every family affected by cross-border terrorism.”
FWICE also warned that any Indian artist or filmmaker who collaborates with Pakistani nationals would be treated as complicit in “promoting anti-India narratives.” The group demanded that the Indian authorities revoke the passports of Diljit Dosanjh, Gunbir Singh Sidhu, Manmord Sidhu, and director Amar Hundal, stripping them of the rights and privileges of Indian citizenship.
Despite the threats and bans, Diljit Dosanjh defied the pressure and released the trailer of Sardaarji 3 on his Instagram page, confirming that the film would premiere overseas on 27 June.
He captioned the post, “Sardaar Ji 3 releasing 27th June OVERSEAS only. FADH LAO BHOOND DIAN LATTAN,” making it clear that he had no intention of bowing to extremist demands.
This bycott reflects the deep rooted intolerance and anti-Pakistan sentiment that continues to plague India’s entertainment industry, where cross-border artistic collaboration is relentlessly attacked under the guise of nationalism.
