Diljit Dosanjh’s involvement in the upcoming war drama Border 2 has sparked widespread speculation following backlash over his latest Punjabi film, Sardaar Ji 3. The controversy centers on the casting of Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in Sardaar Ji 3, which has led to calls from industry bodies to boycott Dosanjh and remove him from Border 2. Despite intense debate and rumors of a replacement, there is no official confirmation that Dosanjh has been dropped from the film.
Diljit Dosanjh: Industry Response and Public Outcry
The Border 2 controversy escalated after the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) publicly objected to Dosanjh’s casting, citing his collaboration with a Pakistani actress as a violation of industry sentiment. FWICE urged the producers to reconsider his role, arguing that his involvement undermines national solidarity. Social media amplified the issue, with many users demanding Dosanjh’s removal and a boycott of his projects.
Sardaar Ji 3 Backlash and Its Impact on Diljit Dosanjh
Sardaar Ji 3’s trailer release, featuring Hania Aamir, intensified criticism against Dosanjh. The film, set for an overseas release, has been at the center of heated debates, especially in the wake of recent India-Pakistan tensions. Despite the backlash, sources close to the Border 2 production maintain that Dosanjh’s casting was finalized months ago and that a significant portion of the film has already been shot with him. Logistical challenges also make a replacement unlikely at this stage.
No Official Replacement: Ammy Virk Rumors Clarified
Amid swirling rumors, reports suggested that actor-singer Ammy Virk was being considered as Dosanjh’s replacement in Border 2. However, representatives from Virk’s team have clarified that these are merely speculations, and no formal approach has been made. Production sources reiterate that there are no current plans to replace Dosanjh, emphasizing that any change would be unfeasible given the film’s progress.