Chetan Bhagat weighs in on Diljit Dosanjh's Sardaar Ji 3-Hania Aamir row: The author says he admires the actor: 'We don't need to hate anyone to keep our country safe'
Amidst controversy over Hania Aamir's casting in Sardaar Ji 3 and escalating political tensions, Chetan Bhagat defends Diljit Dosanjh. He urges calm, emphasizing fairness and national dignity over outrage, as calls to ban the film intensify. Bhagat highlights the collective effort behind the film and advocates for focusing on national security rather than hostility.
As controversy brews over the casting of Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in Sardaar Ji 3, author
Chetan Bhagat
has come out in support of lead actor
Diljit Dosanjh
. Amid rising backlash and boycott calls, Bhagat has urged for calm and perspective, advocating for a focus on art, fairness, and national dignity over outrage.
Sardaar Ji 3 released in international markets today, skipping an India premiere due to heightened political tensions. The decision comes in the wake of the recent attack and India's retaliatory action targeting terror camps across the border.
Calls to ban Sardaar Ji 3 and actor Diljit have intensified ever since the film's trailer—featuring Hania Aamir—was released on social media this past Sunday. The casting has sparked backlash amid escalating political tensions.
Speaking at the NDTV Creators' Manch on Friday, Chetan expressed admiration for Diljit Dosanjh, calling him exceptionally talented and principled. He praised the actor for staying true to his identity—even while pursuing Bollywood fame—and highlighted his music, concerts, and social media presence as proof of his wide appeal and charm.
At the event, the author spoke against the calls to ban Sardaar Ji 3, stressing that a film is a collective effort involving hundreds of people, not just the lead actor.
He argued that punishing an entire crew over one controversy is unfair, especially given the investment involved. Bhagat also emphasized that safeguarding national interest doesn't require promoting hate.
He further stated that India's focus should be on ensuring national security rather than engaging in hostility. Emphasizing the importance of maintaining dignity and perspective, he said that reacting with hate only serves to empower the other side. If provoked, India knows how to respond firmly—but hatred, he added, isn't the answer.
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