Archive · 18 Jul 2026
Annu Kapoor Supports Satluj Film Ban
The film Satluj, directed by Honey Trehan and starring Diljit Dosanjh, was banned by the Indian government shortly after its release on ZEE5.
The ban has sparked a debate in the film industry.
Veteran actor Annu Kapoor supports the ban, arguing that the filmmakers should challenge the decision through the Supreme Court rather than seeking public sympathy.
He believes that the legal process should be followed and that the concerns raised by the Censor Board should be taken seriously.
On the other hand, Diljit Dosanjh and his supporters argue for artistic freedom and the separation of art from politics.
The film is based on the life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, who investigated alleged human rights violations in Punjab during the 1980s and 1990s.
The film Satluj, originally titled Punjab 95, was banned by the Indian government shortly after its release on ZEE5.
Veteran actor Annu Kapoor supports the ban, advising the filmmakers to challenge the decision through the Supreme Court.
Diljit Dosanjh and his supporters argue for artistic freedom and the separation of art from politics.
The film is based on the life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, who investigated alleged human rights violations in Punjab.
The ban has sparked a debate in the film industry about censorship and creative freedom.
- Who
- Annu Kapoor, Diljit Dosanjh, Honey Trehan
- What
- Controversy over the ban of the film Satluj
- When
- July 18, 2026
- Where
- India
- Why
- The film was banned by the Indian government due to concerns over national security and law and order.
Annu Kapoor's Perspective
Diljit Dosanjh's Perspective
Handling Censorship
Annu Kapoor's Perspective
Annu Kapoor believes the filmmakers should challenge the ban through the Supreme Court rather than seeking public sympathy.
Diljit Dosanjh's Perspective
Diljit Dosanjh argues for separating art from politics and has publicly expressed his views on the ban.
Importance of Legal Process
Annu Kapoor's Perspective
Kapoor emphasizes the importance of following legal channels and respecting the CBFC's decisions.
Diljit Dosanjh's Perspective
Dosanjh and his supporters focus on the public's role in supporting artistic freedom and expression.
- Film Title
- Satluj
- Director
- Honey Trehan
- Original Title
- Punjab 95
- Streaming Platform
- ZEE5
- Release Date
- July 3, 2026
- Ban Date
- July 5, 2026
- Subject of the Film
- Life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra
- CBFC
- Central Board of Film Certification
