Sardaar Ji 3 skips India for overseas release on June 27. Diljit Dosanjh, Hania Aamir face backlash over casting amid Indo-Pak tensions.
🎬 Sardaar Ji 3 Skips India: Hania Aamir’s Role Sparks Backlash Against Diljit Dosanjh
Date: 23 May 2025
Location: Mumbai/London
Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh‘s much-awaited horror-comedy Sardaar Ji 3 is now confirmed to release only overseas on June 27, skipping Indian theatres entirely. The sudden decision follows growing online backlash over the casting of Pakistani actor Hania Aamir, who plays a lead role in the film.
This comes just weeks after the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir, and subsequent Operation Sindoor, where Indo-Pak tensions reached a boiling point. Critics have taken issue not only with Hania’s casting but also with the fact that her presence was kept hidden until the trailer release.
🔥 Controversy Around Hania Aamir’s Secret Casting
Why Was Her Role Kept Under Wraps?
For months, there had been no mention of Hania Aamir during promotions. Her name was missing from teaser posters, social media captions, and even the teaser released in early June.
Interestingly, fans now point out that a woman in a black saree seen from the back in a BTS post was indeed Hania. It wasn’t until the full trailer dropped on June 15 that her involvement was confirmed.
Many feel the secrecy was intentional to avoid backlash, given India’s ban on Pakistani artists following the 2016 Uri attack and current heightened tensions.
🌍 International Release Confirmed for June 27
The film will now be released globally on June 27, 2025, in countries like:
- United Kingdom
- United States
- Canada
- Australia
- Middle East
Indian cinema workers’ unions, including FWICE, have declared a total ban on the film and have demanded that Diljit Dosanjh and the film’s producers be barred from any future projects in India.
“By collaborating with a Pakistani actor, Diljit has disrespected Indian sentiments and dishonored the sacrifices of our soldiers,” said BN Tiwari, FWICE President.
🎭 Plot Overview & Cast
Directed by Amar Hundal, Sardaar Ji 3 is the third installment in the popular Punjabi horror-comedy series. This time, the story follows ghostbuster Jaggi (Diljit) as he teams up with Meher (played by Hania Aamir), another ghost hunter, to remove a spirit from a haunted UK mansion.
The film features:
- Diljit Dosanjh
- Hania Aamir
- Neeru Bajwa
- Gulshan Grover
- Jasmin Bajwa
- Manav Vij
- Sapna Pabbi
🗣️ diljit’s Response to the Controversy
While Dosanjh has not addressed the backlash directly, he shared an interview with the Recording Academy, in which he expressed:
“Music and art are beyond borders. Nations may conflict, but creativity brings people together. I serve Mother Earth, not politics.”
He added,
“We humans are here for a short time. I choose to spend that time spreading love, not hate.”
📱 Social Media Reactions & Fan Backlash
After the trailer dropped, social media exploded with criticism:
- Instagram comments branded Diljit as a “traitor”.
- Twitter/X users started trending #BoycottSardaarJi3 and #BanDiljit.
- Several fan pages have deleted earlier posts supporting the film.
Even more damaging, Sardaar Ji 3‘s song teaser featuring Hania Aamir was removed from Diljit’s page—an indication of damage control following the outrage.
🎤 Past Connection Between Hania Aamir & Diljit
Fans had long speculated about Hania’s involvement after she was spotted at Diljit’s London concert in October 2024. Videos of the singer serenading her with his hit “Lover” at the O2 Arena had gone viral.
She had posted:
“It was magic. The love, the respect, the soul. Thank you for such warmth @diljitdosanjh sir.”
The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has called for a complete ban on the film and its makers. Source: FWICE
🛑 FWICE Calls for Industry-Wide Ban
The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has issued a formal call for:
- Ban on Diljit Dosanjh in all upcoming Indian projects.
- Ban on producers of Sardaar Ji 3.
- No certification or OTT release in India.
“We had issued a letter earlier but got no reply. Now, we are taking direct action,” said FWICE in a statement.
📸 Feature Image Details
- Image Title: Diljit Dosanjh and Hania Aamir in Sardaar Ji 3
- ALT Text: Diljit Dosanjh and Hania Aamir in overseas-only release Sardaar Ji 3
- Caption: Hania Aamir joins Diljit in a ghost-hunting role in Sardaar Ji 3
- Image Description: A still from the film showing the two actors in a haunted mansion in London
❓FAQs
1. Why isn’t Sardaar Ji 3 releasing in India?
Due to backlash over casting Pakistani actor Hania Aamir and rising national tensions, producers chose an overseas-only release.
2. What is Hania Aamir’s role in the film?
She plays Meher, a ghost hunter working alongside Jaggi (Diljit Dosanjh).
3. Is there an official ban on the film in India?
FWICE has called for a full ban, including future projects involving the cast and crew.
4. When is Sardaar Ji 3 releasing overseas?
The film hits global theatres on Friday, June 27, 2025.
5. Has Diljit Dosanjh responded to the criticism?
He hasn’t addressed it directly but has emphasized unity through art and music.
✅ Final Thoughts & Call to Action
The controversy around Sardaar Ji 3 is more than just about a movie. It’s a reflection of geopolitical sensitivities, art’s role in bridging cultures, and the risks artists face in navigating them.
📣 Do you think art should rise above politics? Share your thoughts in the comments.
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