Mika Singh Calls Diljit Dosanjh 'Fake Singer' Amid Sardaar Ji 3 Row, Tells Fans 'Desh Pehle'
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Mika Singh lashes out at Diljit Dosanjh for working with Pakistani actor Hania Aamir amid India-Pak tension.
Mika Singh has taken a sharp dig at Diljit Dosanjh amid the controversy over his upcoming film Sardaar Ji 3, which stars Pakistani actress Hania Aamir. Amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan, Mika criticised Diljit, calling him a 'fake singer" and urging the entertainment industry to prioritise the country over personal gains.
Taking to Instagram Stories, Mika shared a statement titled Desh Pehle, in which he wrote: 'Guys, as we all know, the relationship between India and Pakistan isn't going well right now. Yet some people continue to act irresponsibly. Before releasing any content that involves artists from across the border, they should think twice — especially when our nation's dignity is involved. There was a film featuring Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor that many of us opposed, and yet, some still don't seem to get the message. What's more shocking is that a fake singer, after doing 10 shows in India with thousands of fans buying tickets, has now disappeared — leaving fans betrayed and helpless."
Though Mika did not name Diljit directly, the post comes in the wake of Sardaar Ji 3 controversy and appears to be a direct jibe. His use of the term 'fake singer" and references to international tours strongly hint at Diljit. However, the statement featured Mika and Diljit's headshots.
The backlash against Sardaar Ji 3 began after its trailer was released, with the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) demanding a boycott of the film. The outrage stems from the involvement of Hania Aamir, a Pakistani actress, at a time when relations between India and Pakistan are tense following the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 civilian lives.
In his first response to the controversy, Diljit Dosanjh told BBC Asian Network that the film was shot earlier this year before political tensions flared. He added that the decision to release the film overseas was taken by the producers to minimize losses.
'Jab yeh film bani thi tab situation sab theek tha… Now the situation is not in our hands. So if the producers want to release it abroad, I support them."
Despite the clarification, FWICE remains unsatisfied. In a statement to Hindustan Times, FWICE President BN Tiwari said, 'By working with a Pakistani actor, Diljit has hurt Indian sentiments. He has disrespected the sentiments of the nation and insulted the sacrifice of our brave soldiers. His preference for Pakistani talent over Indian artists raises serious questions about his loyalty and priorities."
With the backlash escalating, the makers of Sardaar Ji 3 have opted for a worldwide release, skipping Indian theatres altogether. The film is scheduled to hit international screens on June 27.
Directed by Amarjit Singh Saron, the third instalment in the popular Sardaar Ji franchise brings back Diljit in his beloved ghost-hunting avatar. This time, he is joined by Hania Aamir and Neeru Bajwa in pivotal roles. The supporting cast includes Manav Vij, Gulshan Grover, Jasmin Bajwa, and Sapna Pabbi.
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