Diljit Dosanjh’s ‘Satluj’ removed from ZEE5 two days after release
Diljit Dosanjh’s film Satlujhas been removed from ZEE5 two days after its release on the streaming platform. Directed by Honey Trehan, the film was earlier
Diljit Dosanjh’s film Satlujhas been removed from ZEE5 two days after its release on the streaming platform. Directed by Honey Trehan, the film was earlier titled Punjab 95 and faced a long battle with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). The streamer issued a statement and made the announcement on Sunday (July 5, 2026). It read, “The response to Satluj since its release has been truly overwhelming. We are deeply grateful to every viewer who chose to subscribe, watch and champion the film.
Your love and support have meant a great deal to us and to everyone who brought this story to life.” The streamer added that they firmly stand by Satluj and the vision behind it. “We believe powerful storytelling has the ability to inspire, endure and leave a lasting impact. We remain committed to championing authentic and meaningful narratives.” They captioned the post on social media by saying, “Satluj may have paused.
But the conversation it started hasn’t. Thank you for the incredible love. We hope to bring it back soon.” ZEE5 did not disclose the exact reason for the film’s removal. The film traces the journey of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, an erstwhile bank manager who exposed mass disappearances and extra-judicial killings in Punjab during the militancy era. Produced by Ronnie Screwvala’s RSVP Movies, the film was initially slated to premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in 2023.
But Indian authorities intervened, prompting the filmmakers to withdraw. After that, Satluj faced an uphill battle with the CBFC, resulting in a staggering 127 demanded cuts. The film was then scheduled to be released in theatres on February 7 last year but got delayed further.
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