Punjabi singer Jasbir Jassi has voiced his support for Diljit Dosanjh amid the backlash over Sardaar Ji 3, which features Pakistani actress Hania Aamir. The film, skipping its India release due to rising India-Pakistan tensions following recent attacks, has prompted industry bodies like FWICE and AICWA to call for a ban on Dosanjh. In an interview with a leading news channel, jasbir Jassi criticized what he described as “double standards,” pointing out that while Dosanjh is being targeted for working with a Pakistani actor, Indian music often features songs sung by Pakistani artists or ins

The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has formally requested that actor Sunny Deol and director Imtiaz Ali cut all professional associations with singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh. The call comes amid growing backlash surrounding Dosanjh’s upcoming film Sardaar Ji 3, which stars Pakistani actress Hania Aamir. Although the film will not hit Indian theaters, it is scheduled for an overseas release this Friday. FWICE issued individual letters to both Deol and Ali, voicing the collective disapproval within the film industry and urging them to immediately step away from any collabora

Mika Singh has taken a public swipe at fellow singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh following the overseas release of Sardaar Ji 3, which features Pakistani actress Hania Aamir. The move comes in the wake of the tragic Pahalgam terror attack, prompting Mika to express his disapproval over collaborating with Pakistani talent during heightened India-Pakistan tensions. Without naming Diljit Dosanjh directly, Mika posted an Instagram story with a collage of the two artists, making his target obvious. Labeling him a “fake singer,” Mika criticized the timing of the release and questioned the ethics of i

Punjabi singer and actress Sunanda Sharma has taken social media by storm, not with a new song or film announcement this time, but by offering a rare glimpse into her personal life. Known for her vibrant personality, powerful vocals, and chart-topping hits, Sunanda has always kept her private affairs under wraps until now. In a surprising move, the star shared a series of photos on her Instagram, casually tagging someone as her “boyfriend.” What caught everyone's attention, however, was the intriguing composition of the photo: while Sunanda is clearly visible, her boyfriend’s identity

Due to the growing tensions between the two countries, the producers of Sardaarji 3 opted to skip an Indian theatrical release and are now targeting international markets instead. In a recent conversation with BBC Asian Network, Diljit Dosanjh addressed the controversy and explained the reasons behind the decision. “When we made this movie, things were normal,” Diljit shared. “We completed shooting back in February when the situation between India and Pakistan wasn’t as tense. What happened afterward was beyond our control. So the producers had to make a tough call. Since releasing t

Bollywood actor Rajkummar Rao has officially confirmed that he will be playing Sourav Ganguly in the upcoming biopic, putting an end to months of speculation. Stepping into the shoes of the legendary cricketer, Rao acknowledged the magnitude of the role and admitted to feeling nervous, but also expressed his excitement about taking on such a significant challenge. Adding a personal touch, Rajkummar Rao demonstrated his grasp of Bengali during the interview a skill he’s picked up over time thanks to his wife, actor Patralekhaa, who hails from a Bengali background. He also expressed confide

From stadium stages to university lecture halls — Diljit Dosanjh is making history again. The global music and film icon is now the subject of academic study, with Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) set to introduce a full-fledged course on his cultural and musical impact. Offered by The Creative School, the course was officially announced during the Billboard Summit at NXNE in Toronto. In doing so, Diljit Dosanjh joins an elite league of artists like The Beatles, Beyoncé, and Taylor Swift — figures whose work transcends entertainment and enters scholarly discourse. TMU’s course, lau

Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh is drawing criticism for casting Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in his upcoming film Sardaar Ji 3. Amid heightened cross-border tensions, the horror-comedy will not see a theatrical release in India and is set to screen exclusively overseas on Friday, June 27. The move comes in the wake of recent geopolitical unrest following the deadly April 22 terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam and India’s retaliatory Operation Sindoor, which involved missile strikes on terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on May 7. Social media users have sl

Bollywood is in for a major Punjabi power move! Neeru Bajwa, the undisputed queen of Punjabi cinema, is making a splashy return to Bollywood and this time, she’s stepping into the Son of Sardaar universe alongside none other than Ajay Devgn. Yes, you read that right. After dominating Pollywood with hits like Jatt & Juliet, Sardaar Ji, and Laung Laachi, Neeru is back on the Hindi big screen in Son of Sardaar 2, the long-awaited sequel to the 2012 action-comedy blockbuster. And here’s the twist: she’ll be playing Ajay Devgn’s on-screen wife in what is their first-ever collaboratio