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India Today
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Diljit Dosanjh's Sardaar Ji 3 breaks Sultan's box office record in Pakistan
'Sardaar Ji 3' surpassed the box office collection of 'Sultan' starring Bollywood actor Salman Khan in Pakistan after skipping a release in India. The Punjabi film, which features singer-turned-actor Diljit Dosanjh and Pakistani actor Hania Aamir, reportedly emerged as the highest-grossing Indian film in the neighbouring Diljit Dosanjh-starrer is said to have recorded the biggest opening for an Indian film in Pakistan, earning Rs 3.5 crore (PKR) on its first day. In comparison, 'Sultan' had earned Rs 3.4 crore (PKR) on its opening day in to official figures released by the makers, the Punjabi film earned Rs 4.3 crore on Day 1 and Rs 6.7 crore on Day 2. Its overall overseas gross now stands at Rs 11 Dosanjh re-shared a video of Pakistan-based theatres Cinegold Plex on his Instagram story. The video showed the audience's enthusiastic response to 'Sardaar Ji 3.' "12 shows on ultra screens. The largest in the country. The overwhelming response for 'Sardaar Ji 3'. Come and watch!," read the caption. View this post on Instagram A post shared by DILJIT DOSANJH (@diljitdosanjh)Reports say 'Sardaar Ji 3' is running houseful in theatres across Pakistan. The film is allegedly a huge hit in cities like Lahore and Islamabad and people are loving the Dosanjh is facing boycott calls in India for signing Hania Aamir despite a ban on Pakistani actors amid India-Pakistan an interview with BBC Asian Network, he said, "When this film was made, everything was fine. We shot it in February and things were okay back then. After that, a lot of big things happened that were beyond our control. So the producers decided that the film obviously won't be released in India now, so they'll release it overseas. The producers have invested a lot of money, and when the film was being made, nothing like this was happening."Amid the backlash over 'Sardaar Ji 3', Dosanjh could lose out on his upcoming Bollywood film 'Border 2'. Reports say he could be replaced with Ammy Virk by the makers of the film.- EndsMust Watch IN THIS STORY#Diljit Singh Dosanjh
Economic Times
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Diljit Dosanjh's Sardaar Ji 3 goes houseful in Pakistan, gets third-best global opening for a Punjabi film
Diljit Dosanjh's Punjabi film 'Sardaar Ji 3,' despite its ban in India due to political tensions and casting of Pakistani actor Hania Aamir, has premiered internationally on June 27, 2025, with a record-breaking opening in Pakistan, surpassing previous Bollywood hits. Globally, it ranks third among Punjabi films for opening day earnings. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Full theatres and record response in Pakistan Third-best global opening for a Punjabi film Ban in India amid India-Pakistan tensions Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Diljit speaks Fallout for Diljit in Bollywood projects Despite not releasing in Indian theatres, Punjabi film Sardaar Ji 3 , starring Diljit Dosanjh , has seen a strong opening overseas. The film released internationally on June 27, 2025, and has recorded packed shows across cinemas in Pakistan, becoming the highest opener for any Indian film in the Cinegold Plex shared a video showing crowded halls, while Universal Cinemas highlighted the audience's positive reactions. Diljit Dosanjh reshared the clip on Instagram with the message: "12 shows on ultra screens. The largest in the country. The overwhelming response from the audience for 'Sardaar Ji 3'. Come and watch!"Despite political tensions, the horror-comedy earned approximately $500,000 on its first day in Pakistan, setting a new record. It surpassed previous Bollywood hits like Sultan to claim the biggest opening for an Indian film in the Sardaar Ji 3 ranks third in terms of opening day earnings among Punjabi films. Only Jatt & Juliet 3 and Carry On Jatta performed better on debut. In two days, the film has earned ₹11.03 crore worldwide, including ₹4.32 crore on Day 1 and ₹6.71 crore on Day 2. The weekend numbers are expected to be even film's India release was blocked after the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) urged the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to withhold clearance. This came after the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22. The casting of Pakistani actor Hania Aamir in the film triggered strong opposition, as several Indian film bodies called for a boycott of cross-border to BBC Asian Network, Diljit said: 'When this film was made, everything was fine. We shot it in February and things were okay back then. After that, a lot of big things happened that were beyond our control. So the producers decided that the film obviously won't be released in India now, so they'll release it overseas. The producers have invested a lot of money, and when the film was being made, nothing like this was happening.'He further added that producers were aware of the losses they might face by skipping the Indian market, but he supports their decision under the changed the controversy, several industry groups have written to the makers of Border 2, asking them to drop Diljit from the cast. Director Imtiaz Ali has also reportedly been urged to reconsider his collaboration with the the pushback, Sardaar Ji 3 continues to draw large crowds abroad, with many of its shows running houseful in international markets.
Time of India
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Diljit Dosanjh's Sardaar Ji 3 goes houseful in Pakistan, gets third-best global opening for a Punjabi film
Diljit Dosanjh's Punjabi film 'Sardaar Ji 3,' despite its ban in India due to political tensions and casting of Pakistani actor Hania Aamir, has premiered internationally on June 27, 2025, with a record-breaking opening in Pakistan, surpassing previous Bollywood hits. Globally, it ranks third among Punjabi films for opening day earnings. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Full theatres and record response in Pakistan Third-best global opening for a Punjabi film Ban in India amid India-Pakistan tensions Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Diljit speaks Fallout for Diljit in Bollywood projects Despite not releasing in Indian theatres, Punjabi film Sardaar Ji 3 , starring Diljit Dosanjh , has seen a strong opening overseas. The film released internationally on June 27, 2025, and has recorded packed shows across cinemas in Pakistan, becoming the highest opener for any Indian film in the Cinegold Plex shared a video showing crowded halls, while Universal Cinemas highlighted the audience's positive reactions. Diljit Dosanjh reshared the clip on Instagram with the message: "12 shows on ultra screens. The largest in the country. The overwhelming response from the audience for 'Sardaar Ji 3'. Come and watch!"Despite political tensions, the horror-comedy earned approximately $500,000 on its first day in Pakistan, setting a new record. It surpassed previous Bollywood hits like Sultan to claim the biggest opening for an Indian film in the Sardaar Ji 3 ranks third in terms of opening day earnings among Punjabi films. Only Jatt & Juliet 3 and Carry On Jatta performed better on debut. In two days, the film has earned ₹11.03 crore worldwide, including ₹4.32 crore on Day 1 and ₹6.71 crore on Day 2. The weekend numbers are expected to be even film's India release was blocked after the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) urged the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to withhold clearance. This came after the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22. The casting of Pakistani actor Hania Aamir in the film triggered strong opposition, as several Indian film bodies called for a boycott of cross-border to BBC Asian Network, Diljit said: 'When this film was made, everything was fine. We shot it in February and things were okay back then. After that, a lot of big things happened that were beyond our control. So the producers decided that the film obviously won't be released in India now, so they'll release it overseas. The producers have invested a lot of money, and when the film was being made, nothing like this was happening.'He further added that producers were aware of the losses they might face by skipping the Indian market, but he supports their decision under the changed the controversy, several industry groups have written to the makers of Border 2, asking them to drop Diljit from the cast. Director Imtiaz Ali has also reportedly been urged to reconsider his collaboration with the the pushback, Sardaar Ji 3 continues to draw large crowds abroad, with many of its shows running houseful in international markets.
Indian Express
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Sardaar Ji 3: Diljit Dosanjh shares film's overwhelming response in Pak as it's is a no-show in India, earns over Rs 11 cr worldwide
Sardaar Ji 3 gets warm welcome in Pakistan: A casting choice to star Pakistani actor Hania Aamir alongside Diljit Dosanjh ended up getting a huge backlash for the film in India where Pakistani actors are banned in the wake of Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor. The film chose to stick with the cast and decided to forgo it's India release. Diljit has now shared how the film is getting an amazing response overseas, especially in Pakistan. Sardaar Ji 3 opened to packed theatres in Pakistan, and if the reports are to be believed the Diljit Dosanjh and Hania Aamir-starrer earned about $500,000 (Rs 4,27 crore) on its first day. A casting choice to star Pakistani actor Hania Aamir alongside Diljit Dosanjh ended up getting a huge backlash for the film in India. This casting choice sparked controversy amid rising India-Pakistan tensions. And the Diljit Dosanjh-starrer Sardaar Ji 3 had to skip its India release amid controversy. But looks like the film is getting an amazing response overseas, especially in Pakistan. According to reports from Box Office India, the film managed to rake in Rs 11.03 crore globally within just two days. The opening day saw collections of Rs 4.32 crore, with day two witnessing a significant jump to Rs 6.71 crore. A post shared by TEAM DOSANJH (@teamdiljitglobal) Despite being denied a theatrical release in India, Diljit Dosanjh's Sardaar Ji 3 was released internationally on June 27, 2025 and has gone houseful in cinemas across Pakistan. The film has been witnessing massive success across the border. A fan shared his review for the film and wrote, 'Loved every bit of it, you and Hania together omg, I have laughed loved and smiled longer after ages watching a movie, this is what we need ❤️ 👏👏👏🔥🔥🙌🙌.' On Friday, a Pakistan-based theatre Cinegold Plex shared a video showing packed shows for the film. Diljit too reposted a clip from Universal Cinemas, a cinema hall based out of Lahore and Multan, highlighting the audience's enthusiastic response on his Instagram story. Diljit Dosanjh shared a reel that showed a houseful theatre and the audience can be heard cheering. '12 shows on ultra screens. The largest in the country. The overwhelming response from the audience for Sardaar Ji 3. Come and watch!,' read the text on the reel. A post shared by UNIVERSAL CINEMAS (@universalcinemas) This horror-comedy has reportedly achieved a record-breaking opening in Pakistan, and now holds the title for the highest-ever opening for an Indian film in Pakistan, surpassing previous records set by Bollywood hit Sultan. Sardaar Ji 3 had a high footfall on Friday, thus the film is expected to make more collections in the coming days. A post shared by TEAM DOSANJH (@teamdiljitglobal) On the Global scale, too Sardaar Ji 3 has made its ranks as the third-best opening day for a Punjabi film, after Jatt & Juliet 3 and Carry On Jatta. After the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) urged the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to block the film's release in India. Actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh too has been facing backlash for sharing screen space with Pakistani actor Hania Aamir in Sardarji 3. The producers opted to release Sardaar Ji 3 overseas only, which has resulted in a huge loss for the film. Speaking to BBC Asian Network, Diljit shared his view on not releasing the film in India and said, 'When this film was made, everything was fine. We shot it in February and things were okay back then. After that, a lot of big things happened that were beyond our control. So the producers decided that the film obviously won't be released in India now, so they'll release it overseas. The producers have invested a lot of money, and when the film was being made, nothing like this was happening.' Diljit also added that the producers were aware of the potential financial loss from removing an entire territory like India. He also added that at the time he signed the film, everything was normal, but the situation has since changed and is now beyond their control. He added that he fully supports the producers' decision to release the film internationally.
India Today
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Sardaar Ji 3 gets overwhelming love in Pakistan, Diljit shares audience reactions
Despite being denied a theatrical release in India, Diljit Dosanjh's 'Sardaar Ji 3' is witnessing massive success across the border. The film, which released internationally on June 27, 2025, has gone houseful in cinemas across Pakistan. On Friday, Pakistan-based theatre Cinegold Plex shared a video showing packed shows for the film, and Diljit later reposted a clip from Universal Cinemas highlighting the audience's enthusiastic Dosanjh shared the reel on Instagram, which featured cheering crowds and read, "12 shows on ultra screens. The largest in the country. The overwhelming response from the audience for 'Sardaar Ji 3'. Come and watch!"The horror-comedy's strong opening comes despite the backlash over Diljit's decision to co-star with Pakistani actor Hania Aamir, a casting choice that sparked controversy amid rising India-Pakistan tensions. Watch the video here: The comedy-action film 'Sardaar Ji 3' has reportedly achieved a record-breaking opening in Pakistan, earning an estimated $500,000 on its first day. It now holds the title for the highest-ever opening for an Indian film in Pakistan, surpassing previous records set by Bollywood hits like 'Sultan'.Globally, 'Sardaar Ji 3' ranks as the third-best opening day for a Punjabi film, trailing only 'Jatt & Juliet 3' and 'Carry On Jatta'. Industry experts expect even stronger numbers over the weekend, as the film released on a high-footfall situation between India and Pakistan intensified after the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, leading the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) to urge the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to block the film's release in India. Responding to the outcry, the producers opted to release 'Sardaar Ji 3' overseas to BBC Asian Network, Diljit broke his silence on the matter. 'When this film was made, everything was fine. We shot it in February and things were okay back then. After that, a lot of big things happened that were beyond our control. So the producers decided that the film obviously won't be released in India now, so they'll release it overseas. The producers have invested a lot of money, and when the film was being made, nothing like this was happening," he said. He further explained that the producers were aware of the potential financial loss from removing an entire territory like India. At the time he signed the film, everything was normal, but the situation has since changed and is now beyond their control. He added that if the producers chose to release the film internationally, he fully supports their decision.- EndsMust Watch
