Diljit Dosanjh opened up recently about the controversy surrounding his film, Sardaarji 3 and said that it was shot before Pahalgam attack. The film was criticised for featuring Pakistani actor, Hania Aamir and its release was halted in India in the aftermath of the Pahalgam attack.

During a recent concert, Diljit addressed the controversy and remarked how cricket matches between India and Pakistan are still being played, referring to the Asia Cup 2025. He saluted the Indian tricolor and said to the audience, “That’s my country’s flag. Always respect. If you allow me, I have something to say. When my film Sardaarji 3 was shot in February, the matches were being played. After that, the tragic Pahalgam terror attack happened. At that time, and even now, we have always prayed that the terrorists should receive strict punishment. The difference is that my film was shot before the attack, and the match was played after the attack.”

He added, “The national media tried their best to portray me as anti-national, but Punjabis and the Sikh community could never go against the nation. I have many answers, but I kept quiet, kept everything inside me. I didn’t speak. I have many answers. Whoever tells you anything, you shouldn’t take that poison inside you. I have learned that from life. So I didn’t say anything. There is a lot to say, but I don’t want to do that.”

After the Pahalgam attack on April 22, which led to the death of 26 tourists, social media accounts, YouTube channels and all content from Pakistan was banned in India.

Sardaar Ji 3 was only released in the international market, skipping India release as film bodies in India didn’t allow its release.