Dosanjh's 'Satluj' faces backlash over scene echoing Beant Singh assassination
Diljit Dosanjh's new film Satluj is facing major backlash for a scene where a suicide bomber attacks the Punjab chief minister's car, a moment many feel is an insensitive nod to former chief minister Beant Singh's real-life assassination.
The movie, inspired by activist Jaswant Singh Khalra and his fight against extrajudicial killings in Punjab in the 1990s, has sparked heated debate on social media.
'Satluj' pulled from Zee5 in India
Critics say the film glorifies the assassination, especially since the scene plays out with an upbeat song some call "a call to heroes," and skips mention of alleged Khalistani links.
Supporters argue the music reflects personal loss, not heroism.
After intense viewer backlash, Zee5 has pulled Satluj in India, but says it hopes to bring it back soon.
The controversy follows earlier certification issues and shows how sensitive history still hits home for many.