Diljit Dosanjh’s long-delayed film became unavailable on Zee5 India just days after its OTT debut, while Harbhajan Singh shared his reaction after watching the film.
The Satluj movie controversy has resurfaced after Diljit Dosanjh’s biographical drama became unavailable on Zee5 India only days after its OTT release. The film, inspired by the life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, had already endured a lengthy certification process before finally premiering on July 3.
Soon after viewers noticed that the title was no longer accessible, discussions spread across social media. Among those reacting was former India cricketer Harbhajan Singh, who praised the film and shared a message that quickly gained attention online, adding another dimension to the Satluj movie controversy.
Why was Satluj removed from Zee5 India?
According to official sources quoted by media reports, concerns were raised that certain portions of the film could potentially be misused by anti-India forces. The reports said these concerns led to the decision to make the title unavailable for streaming in India.
Users attempting to watch the film are currently shown a notice on Zee5 India stating that the title is unavailable until further notice. Media reports citing official sources also said the platform is exploring legal options regarding the film’s availability. However, no timeline has been announced for its return.
At the time of publication, neither Zee5 nor the filmmakers had issued a detailed public statement explaining when the film may become available again.
From Punjab ’95 to Satluj: A difficult release journey
Originally titled Punjab ’95, the Honey Trehan-directed film is inspired by the life of Jaswant Singh Khalra, whose efforts to document alleged enforced disappearances in Punjab during the 1990s brought international attention to the issue.
The project remained caught in certification-related issues for nearly three years before eventually receiving an OTT release under the title Satluj. Its latest removal has once again placed the Satluj movie controversy in the spotlight.
Diljit Dosanjh shares cryptic message
After Satluj became unavailable on Zee5 India, Diljit Dosanjh posted a message on social media referring to Jaswant Singh Khalra, writing:
“I challenge the darkness.”
The actor did not directly mention the film’s removal. However, many social media users interpreted the post as a response to the latest development surrounding the Satluj movie controversy.
Harbhajan Singh reacts after watching Satluj
Former India cricketer Harbhajan Singh revealed on X that he had watched Satluj before it became unavailable on Zee5 India. Praising the film and Diljit Dosanjh’s performance, he wrote:
“Satluj is not just a film, it’s the truth. Truth cannot remain buried forever. Congratulations to Diljit Dosanjh and the entire team for bringing this important story to audiences.”
Harbhajan’s post was widely shared on social media, with many users discussing both the film and its sudden removal from the streaming platform.
What’s next after the Satluj Movie controversy?
There is currently no official confirmation on whether Satluj will return to Zee5 India or whether any changes will be made before it is made available again.
As the Satluj movie controversy continues to attract attention, the development has prompted renewed discussion around OTT content availability, certification processes and the film’s long journey to release. For now, viewers await further clarification from both the streaming platform and the filmmakers.
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