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Govt asked ZEE5 to take down 'Satluj': Report
Published 6 July 2026 ยท entertainment
Synopsis ZEE5 has been directed by the Centre to remove the film 'Satluj', starring Diljit Dosanjh, citing security concerns. The movie, depicting human rights activist
Synopsis ZEE5 has been directed by the Centre to remove the film 'Satluj', starring Diljit Dosanjh, citing security concerns. The movie, depicting human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra's life in 1990s Punjab, was reportedly released on OTT without accepting 127 cuts suggested by the CBFC. The government emphasized that OTT platforms must adhere to IT Rules 2021, especially regarding content that could affect national security or public order.
Published: July 6, 2026 โข 8:17 PM IST ยท Updated: July 6, 2026 โข 9:07 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Synopsis ZEE5 has been directed by the Centre to remove the film 'Satluj', starring Diljit Dosanjh, citing security concerns.
The movie, depicting human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra's life in 1990s Punjab, was reportedly released on OTT without accepting 127 cuts suggested by the CBFC.
The government emphasized that OTT platforms must adhere to IT Rules 2021, especially regarding content that could affect national security or public order.