As the controversy surrounding Diljit Dosanjh’s upcoming Punjabi film Sardaar Ji 3 intensifies—owing to the casting of Pakistani actress Hania Aamir—his manager has released a heartfelt and powerful letter defending the artist’s intentions and legacy. “Diljit has never chosen outrage. He’s always chosen love,” the statement begins, outlining the artist’s unwavering commitment to unity, compassion, and respect across decades of his career.
The letter clarifies that Sardaar Ji 3 was shot long before the recent political tensions and is not a project backed by giant corporations—it is a passion project, created with the life savings of independent producers. In a rare and difficult move, Diljit has decided not to release the film in India out of respect for the nation’s mood, even though the decision will incur major financial losses. “He could’ve saved himself,” the letter says, “but instead, he’s trying to save others—the crew, the families, the people whose livelihoods depend on this film.”
The manager also points to the painful irony of Diljit being celebrated worldwide as a cultural ambassador—be it at Coachella, on The Tonight Show, or the Met Gala—while simultaneously being asked to prove his patriotism at home. “Is it the turban? Is it because he’s not Hindu?” the letter questions, exposing the deeper bias that continues to haunt proud Sikh voices. Despite being addressed as “Bharat ke gaon ka beta” by the Prime Minister himself and standing by his producers during major crises, Diljit remains an easy target for misplaced nationalism.
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At its core, the letter is not just a defense—it’s a plea for fairness. A reminder that Diljit has always carried India with him, not as a badge, but as a heartbeat. That he has uplifted regional cinema, represented the country on global stages, and shown that love—not loud declarations—is the true face of patriotism. And even in this storm, he remains the same: silent, respectful, and deeply human. “All he has ever spoken,” the letter closes, “is love.”
