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Mumbai: Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah took to social media to share a powerful message after deleting a post in support of Diljit Dosanjh. Reflecting on the pressure and backlash that followed, Shah reflected on truth and silence in a thought-provoking message, quoting German scientist and philosopher Georg Christoph Lichtenberg. The 'Omkara' actor took to his Facebook handle and wrote, "It is almost impossible to carry the torch of truth through a crowd without singeing somebody's beard. -Georg Christoph Lichtenberg, scientist and philosopher (1 Jul 1742-1799)." The line, though centuries old, seems to have resonated deeply in the current context, subtly highlighting the backlash the veteran actor faced for removing his post. In the post, he had made religious remarks against those criticizing Diljit Dosanjh's collaboration with Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in the film 'Sardaar Ji 3.' Shah clarified that the actor had no role in the decision to cast Hania Aamir in the film. In his now deleted post, Naseeruddin Shah wrote, "I stand Firmly With Diljit. The dirty tricks deptt of Jumla Party has been awaiting a chance to attack him. They think they've got it at last. He was not responsible for the casting of the film, the director was. But no one knows who he is whereas Diljit is known the world over, and he agreed to the cast because his mind is not poisoned." Also Read | Diljit Dosanjh Remains Calm Even After The 'Sardaar Ji 3' Controversy The 74-year-old actor added, "What these goons want is to put an end to personal interaction between the people of India and Pakistan. I have close relatives and some dear friends there and no one can stop me from meeting them or sending them love whenever i feel like it. And my response to those who will say "Go to Pakistan" is Go To Kailasa." A section of users on X criticized the veteran actor for taking down his post merely a day after he had spoken out against the backlash aimed at Diljit Dosanjh.
New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): Despite an uncertain and challenging global economic backdrop, the Indian economy remains a key driver of global growth -- underpinned by sound macroeconomic fundamentals and prudent macroeconomic policies, RBI said in its latest Financial Stability Report. Elevated economic and trade policy uncertainties are testing the resilience of the global economy and the financial system. Also Read | 'I Stand Firmly With Diljit': Actor Naseeruddin Shah Comes Out in Support of Punjabi Singer-Actor Diljit Dosanjh Amid 'Sardaar Ji 3' Controversy. "Financial markets rema ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 27: Punjabi singer Jasbir Jassi has landed in legal trouble for lending his support to Diljit Dosanjh and his decision to work with Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in "Sardaar Ji 3". A complaint has been filed against him in the Parliament Street police station, Delhi regarding the statement made by him in support of Pakistani artists. According to the complaint, releasing "Sardaar Ji 3" starring a Pakistani actress in the backdrop of the horrific Pahalgam attack is against the national sentiment. It further noted that Jassi's statement is going viral on social media, enraging the ...Read More >
Mumbai, Jul 1 (PTI) Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah on Tuesday came under attack from a BJP MLA in Maharashtra for defending Punjabi singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh over collaboration with Pakistani actor Hania Aamir in his movie Sardaar Ji 3. Shah had shared his views in a Facebook post on Monday, which he later deleted. Talking to reporters in Vidhan Bhawan premises in south Mumbai, BJP MLA Ram Kadam termed Shah's remarks anti-Hindu and sought a public apology from the veteran actor. Shah had hurt the sentiments of crores of Hindus, Kadam said. "Why is Naseeruddin Shah equating Kailasa with P ...Read More >
Mumbai: Despite the ongoing controversy surrounding his film Sardaar Ji 3, actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh has chosen to maintain his calm and composure. As debates rage online, the artist continues to keep a dignified silence, showing no visible signs of stress or distraction. Diljit recently took to Instagram to share a set of photos that reflect his unbothered attitude. The 'Udta Punjab' actor was seen posing confidently in his private jet, dressed in a classic white kurta-pyjama, proudly flaunting his signature mustache. Alongside the stylish images, he wrote, "SARDAAR JI 3 Smashing Records O ...Read More >
New Delhi: Diljit Dosanjh will continue to be a part of the upcoming war drama 'Border 2', despite the uproar surrounding his collaboration with Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in 'Sardaar Ji 3'. The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE), which had earlier imposed a non-cooperation order on Diljit, has now temporarily revoked the restriction, but only for this specific project. BN Tiwari, President of FWICE, confirmed the development to India Today, stating that producer Bhushan Kumar personally appealed to the federation to allow Dosanjh to continue shooting for 'Border 2'. "Yes, ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 26 (SocialNews.XYZ) Punjabi singer and actor Guru Randhawa recently found himself at the centre of online criticism after he appeared to take an indirect dig at Diljit Dosanjh amid the controversy surrounding the film "Sardaar Ji 3." Randhawa faced backlash from Diljit Dosanjh's fans over his cryptic posts, which were seen as subtle digs at the singer-actor, indirectly referring to the casting of Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in the upcoming film. Taking to his X handle, the High Rated Gabru singer, on Thursday, tweeted, "Lakh pardesi hoyieee Apna desh nhi bhandi daa Jehre mulk ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 2: Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah took to social media to share a powerful message after deleting a post in support of Diljit Dosanjh. Reflecting on the pressure and backlash that followed, Shah reflected on truth and silence in a thought-provoking message, quoting German scientist and philosopher Georg Christoph Lichtenberg. The 'Omkara' actor took to his Facebook handle and wrote, "It is almost impossible to carry the torch of truth through a crowd without singeing somebody's beard. -Georg Christoph Lichtenberg, scientist and philosopher (1 Jul 1742-1799)." The line, though cen ...Read More >
New Delhi: Delhi govt has prepared a plan under which Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) bus drivers and conductors will receive regular training, with a focus on ethical values, customer service and safe driving, transport minister Pankaj Singh said on Friday. The move is for improving the public image of DTC buses.The minister mentioned that DTC bus drivers who fail to halt at designated stops or are found speeding will face strict departmental action.Several commuters have complained about the behaviour of DTC bus drivers. There have alleged that the buses often fail to stop at the designate ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 5 (SocialNews.XYZ) Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film 'Main Vapas Aaunga', reunited with his 'Amar Singh Chamkila' team on Sunday. The actor was seen promoting the upcoming film with Imtiaz Ali, Irshad Kamil, and the Oscar and Grammy-winning music composer A. R. Rahman. This comes after Diljit missed the promotions of 'Border 2' earlier this year. The film, a big ticket entertainer marked the second chapter of the legacy title 'Border', and starred Sunny Deol and Suniel Shetty. Meanwhile, 'Main Vapas Aaunga' marks Diljit's ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jun 30 (PTI) Cinema veteran Naseeruddin Shah on Monday defended Punjabi star Diljit Dosanjh amid backlash over Pakistani actor Hania Aamir's role in "Sardaar Ji 3", saying casting is not the actor-musician's responsibility. The row began last week after Dosanjh shared the trailer of "Sardaar Ji 3", which made its debut in overseas territories on June 27 and skipped release in India. Many social media users have called for a ban on Dosanjh, while trade unions like the All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) and the Federation of Western lndia Cine Employees (FWICE) have critici ...Read More >
Actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh recently broke his silence over the massive controversy surrounding his film 'Sardaar Ji 3', which had come under fire for featuring Pakistani actress Hania Aamir amidst rising tensions between India and Pakistan. During his recent concert in Malaysia, Diljit clarified that Sardaar Ji 3 was filmed before the Pahalgam Terror attack, while the match between India and Pakistan was played after the attack. He also said that the Punjabi and the Sikh community could never go ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 5 (ANI): Critically acclaimed filmmaker Imtiaz Ali's upcoming film 'Main Vaapas Aaunga' is set to feature a song which will mark the collaboration of Oscar-winning musician AR Rahman and singer Diljit Dosanjh for a song penned by Irshad Kamil. According to the press note, the new track is titled 'Kya Kamaal Hai'. The makers call this a "song of hope" amidst the noise, violence and displacement that surrounds us today. Also Read | Divyanka Tripathi and Vivek Dahiya Celebrate Baby Shower, 'Yeh Hai Mohabbatein' Cast Joins Ahead of June Due Date (View Post). ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 6 (PTI) A woman on her deathbed has lost all memory but one: the doll she perhaps left in her home in what is now Pakistan. An old man remembers his teen romance that was never to be. It is these "small, small stories" that helped Imtiaz Ali knit together his Partition film "Main Vaapas Aaunga". "I never wanted to make a film on the Partition if I had nothing unique to say. I did not want to report an incident," Ali told PTI about his latest film that reunites him with his "Amar Singh Chamkila" star Diljit Dosanjh, longtime collaborators A R Rahman and lyricist Irshad Kamil. I ...Read More >
New Delhi: The controversy surrounding 'Sardaar Ji 3' continues to escalate as sharp-eyed social media users noticed that Punjabi actress Neeru Bajwa has seemingly distanced herself from the project. The actress has reportedly unfollowed her co-stars Diljit Dosanjh and Pakistani actor Hania Aamir on Instagram. The film, starring Diljit Dosanjh, Hania Aamir, and Neeru Bajwa, is set to release overseas on June 27. But its timing and cast have triggered outrage online, with backlash centring on the inclusion of a Pakistani actor in an Indian film soon after the tragic Pahalgam terror attack that ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 5 (ANI): Critically acclaimed filmmaker Imtiaz Ali's upcoming film 'Main Vaapas Aaunga' is set to feature a song which will mark the collaboration of Oscar-winning musician AR Rahman and singer Diljit Dosanjh for a song penned by Irshad Kamil. According to the press note, the new track is titled 'Kya Kamaal Hai'. The makers call this a "song of hope" amidst the noise, violence and displacement that surrounds us today. "It serves as a gentle reminder of the beautiful world we live in, one where love is abundant, happiness outweighs sorrow, and togetherness ...Read More >
When Diljit Dosanjh, AR Rahman and Imtiaz Ali come together, expectations are bound to be high. The trio has now joined forces for the first time for the song Kya Kamaal Hai from their upcoming film Main Vaapas Aaunga. Photos and videos of Dosanjh, Rahman and Ali together surfaced online on Sunday, with the trio posing for the paparazzi and interacting with them. The visuals quickly gained attention, building excitement around the project. The track, Kya Kamaal Hai, is part of the film's soundt ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar, Jun 29 (PTI) Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati on Sunday expressed grief over the death of three persons in a stampede near Lord Jagannath's chariots in Puri. Kambhampati in a post on X said: "Deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives in the unfortunate stampede at Saradhabali, Puri. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families." "I pray to Mahaprabhu Jagannatha to grant strength to those in mourning and bless the injured with a swift and complete recovery. May His divine grace bring solace and healing to all affected by this tragedy," he said. At least three persons, ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) It was a belligerent, brilliant, and breathtaking performance from the Chennai Bulls, who were crowned the first ever champions of the Rugby Premier League, here in Mumbai, at the Shahaji Raje Bhosale Sports Complex. The Chennai Bulls thrashed the Delhi Redz by a scoreline of 41-0 in the final, to clinch the title. In fact, the margin of victory is the biggest across Season 1 of the GMR RPL. Meanwhile, the Hyderabad Heroes, who had finished top of the table in the league stage, came away with a third-place finish, after they won 17-12 against the Bengaluru Bra ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jun 30 (PTI) Cinema veteran Naseeruddin Shah on Monday defended Punjabi star Diljit Dosanjh amid backlash over Pakistani actor Hania Aamir's role in "Sardaar Ji 3", saying casting is not the actor-musician's responsibility. The row began last week after Dosanjh shared the trailer of "Sardaar Ji 3", which made its debut in overseas territories on June 27 and skipped release in India. Also Read | 'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan': Vikrant Massey Opens Up on Choosing Quality Over Quantity in Films, Says Deep Preparation Matters More Than Just Shooting Days. Many social media users have call ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 3 (ANI): The first glimpse of 'Ramayana', directed by Nitesh Tiwari, has been officially unveiled, showcasing Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Yash as the formidable Ravana, and introducing Sunny Deol in the portrayal of Lord Hanuman. The introductory footage, now released on the official social media handles of the makers, has generated a storm of excitement for the epic's Diwali 2026 release. Also Read | 'I Have NOT Deleted My Post About Diljit Dosanjh': Naseeruddin Shah Remains Defiant Amid 'Sardaar Ji 3' Row, Says He Doesn't 'Care a Fiddler's Fart About Backl ...Read More >
Diljit Dosanjh's Sardaar Ji 3 has stormed into the North American box office top 12, earning \$876K despite no release in India. It's the only Indian film to feature alongside major Hollywood hits. Diljit Dosanjh is celebrating as his latest Punjabi film Sardaar Ji 3 is breaking records in North America. Even though the film didn't release in India, it is managing to impress the audiences oversees. Sardaar Ji 3, directed by Diljit Dosanjh, has made a remarkable global impact by ranking among th ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 2: Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah claimed that he has not deleted his post supporting Diljit Dosanjh. He added that he "does not care about any backlash". Taking to his FB account, Naseeruddin wrote: "I have NOT deleted my post about Diljit Dosanjh. I don't care a fiddler's fart for backlash." It must be noted here that the deleted post by the 74-year-old actor continues to not be visible on social media. Before this, Naseeruddin dropped a powerful message after deleting his post in support of Diljit. Quoting German scientist and philosopher Georg Christoph Lichtenberg, the 'Ishq ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 1 (ANI): Filmmaker Ashoke Pandit condemned the support of Nasseruddin Shah for Diljit Dosanjh amid the ongoing controversy against the singer-actor for collaborating with Pakistani artist Hania Aamir for 'Sardaar Ji 3'. Against the massive backlash to Dijit Dosanjh from celebrities, social media and Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE), Naseeruddin Shah defended the singer, saying that the singer wasn't responsible for the film's casting, and expressed his disapproval of restricting personal interactions between India and Pakistan. While speak ...Read More >
Jalandhar (Punjab) [India], July 1 (ANI): Congress leader Pargat Singh on Tuesday supported actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh amid the ongoing controversy against him for collaborating with Pakistani artist Hania Aamir in 'Sardaar Ji 3' following the tensions between Indian and Pakistan after Pahalgam terror attack in April. While talking to ANI, Pargat Singh lauded Dosanjh for highlighting Punjab on the global platforms, including the singer's performance at Coachella, showcasing Punjab culture at Cannes 2025 and other international events of the actor. 'I support Diljit Dosanjh. He made Punjab f ...Read More >
Diljit Dosanjh has been grabbing attention following Pakistani actress Hania Aamir's casting in Sardaar Ji 3. Though the film has not been released in India, but still celebs have criticised the singer cum actor. Rumours were going on that he had been removed from Border 2. Looks like Diljit Dosanjh has put all speculation to rest. He shared a behind-the-scenes (BTS) video from the sets of Border 2, hinting that he's very much part of the much-anticipated war drama. Taking to his Instagram handl ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah has come under the radar of netizens for deleting his Facebook post in which he defended and supported Diljit Dosanjh amid the 'Sardaar Ji 3' controversy. A section of users took to X to troll the veteran actor for deleting his post just a day after condemning the criticism directed at Dosanjh. One netizen shared the screenshot of Shah's now deleted post and wrote, "So, Naseeruddin Shah has deleted his post. But he has deleted it only from the social media, not from his mind. He never supported Bharat, and he never will." Another ...Read More >
Diljit Dosanjh at the airport Mumbai: Singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh made his first public appearance on Monday, following the controversy surrounding his film Sardaar Ji 3. The Udta Punjab actor was spotted flashing a smile and waving at paparazzi while exiting the airport. As soon as Diljit stepped out of the airport, the paparazzi began calling out, "Paaji!" Though he didn't stop to pose, he acknowledged them with a warm smile, folded hands, and a friendly wave before getting into his car. For ...Read More >
The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) is opposing Diljit Dosanjh's casting in 'Border 2' and Imtiaz Ali's project, citing a boycott due to his collaboration with Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in 'Sardaar Ji 3'. FWICE reminded of its 2019 ban on Pakistani collaborations after the Pulwama attack. The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has strongly opposed actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh being cast in the upcoming film 'Border 2' and Imtiaz Ali's untitled project. They ...Read More >
Chandigarh: Senior Congress leader and Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Punjab Assembly, Partap Singh Bajwa, has come out strongly in support of singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh amid recent calls by the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) to revoke the artist's Indian citizenship over the casting of Pakistani actress Hania Amir in Sardaar Ji 3. "I find FWICE's demand not only unreasonable but also completely unjustified," said Bajwa in a statement on Sunday. "Diljit Dosanjh is a celebrated Indian artist who has made all of us proud on the global stage. He has taken Indian and Punjabi ...Read More >
Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh has gotten support from BJP national spokesperson RP Singh and former DSGMC chief Manjit Singh G K.has amid backlash for his film 'Sardaar Ji 3' starring Pakistan actor Hania Aamir. In a post on his X account on Friday R P Singh described Dosanjh as "a national asset and a global ambassador of Indian culture" and slammed the Federation of Western India Cine Employees for demanding action against the celebrity. "FWICE's call to revoke his Indian citizenshi ...Read More >