Diljit Dosanjh Addresses 'Satluj' Film Removal from ZEE5

Actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh has finally broken his silence after his film Satluj, based on the life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, was taken down from ZEE5 in India just two days after its release. Addressing the controversy during a LIVE social media session, Diljit said he was no longer worried about the film's future, insisting that once a film reaches audiences, it cannot be erased.

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Diljit Dosanjh reacts after Satluj disappears from ZEE5

Days after Satluj was removed from ZEE5, Diljit Dosanjh addressed the issue during a live interaction with fans on Monday morning. Responding to a fan's question about the film, the actor appeared calm about the situation and said the movie had already found its audience.

"No worries now, everyone has downloaded it. Once a film is out, it can never be destroyed," he said.

Diljit further explained that his concern was only during the initial release period. "I was worried on the first day, but now it doesn't matter whenever they choose to re-release it. People have already watched and downloaded the film; now it can never be wiped out."

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His comments quickly gained traction online, with many users viewing them as a reflection of how digital content continues to circulate even after being removed from official platforms.

The actor reportedly said he couldn't promote the film due to apprehension, adding that he is happy as the movie has reached households now.

What is Satluj about?

Directed by Honey Trehan, Satluj tells the story of Jaswant Singh Khalra, the human rights activist who exposed alleged illegal killings and secret cremations during Punjab's militancy years.

The film was originally titled Punjab '95 and faced a long road to release. It reportedly remained stuck for more than three years due to certification-related issues involving the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).

After years of delays and uncertainty, the film finally premiered on ZEE5 on July 3.

Why was Satluj removed from ZEE5?

On July 5, viewers discovered that Satluj was no longer available for streaming in India. While the platform did not disclose a specific reason for the removal, ZEE5 released an official statement confirming the decision.

"Given the current circumstances, the film Satluj will remain unavailable in India until further notice. We are committed to exploring every appropriate avenue through the right processes to bring this film back to our audience as quickly as possible."

The streaming service has not announced a timeline for the film's return.

A film that continues to spark debate

The removal of Satluj has reignited discussions around films based on sensitive historical and political subjects. The project had already attracted attention because of its prolonged certification battle, numerous cuts and repeated delays.

Diljit Dosanjh's latest remarks have added another chapter to the conversation. By stating that the film has already been seen and downloaded by viewers, the actor suggested that its impact extends beyond any single streaming platform.

For now, Satluj remains unavailable on ZEE5 in India, but the debate surrounding the film—and the story of Jaswant Singh Khalra—shows no sign of fading anytime soon.