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Sardaar Ji 3 Banned: Censorship Sparks Controversy in India

7/19/2025

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Diljit Dosanjh's much-anticipated film "Sardaar Ji 3" has been banned in India, igniting a firestorm of controversy due to its Pakistani co-star, Hania Amir. The government's decision to block its release and online access underscores escalating tensions with Pakistan, raising alarms about the increasing censorship and limitations on artistic expression in the country.

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Diljit Dosanjh's much-anticipated film "Sardaar Ji 3" has been banned in India, igniting a firestorm of controversy due to its Pakistani co-star, Hania Amir. The government's decision to block its release and online access underscores escalating tensions with Pakistan, raising alarms about the increasing censorship and limitations on artistic expression in the country.