Controversy all around Diljit DosanjhThe film ‘Satluj’ has found a new voice of criticism, with Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) president BN Tiwari raising questions about the actor’s chosen project. Speaking exclusively to IANS, Tiwari said that actors should not take up films just to earn money and should consider their role and public image while choosing roles.
BN Tiwari on content like ‘Satluj’ should be ‘carefully reviewed’
When asked directly about the removal of ‘Satluj’ from the OTT platform ZEE5 in India, BN Tiwari told IANS, “Of course, if something causes problems among the people, then such things should be carefully investigated. Films are made for entertainment and carry a lot of information, but if the government intervenes again and again or if the investigation team feels that there were things that were not suitable for the people.“
BN Tiwari discusses evaluation
Tiwari went on to question the validity of the film being reconsidered after the previous cancellation of the Indian censor board, saying, “Even if the film is after an investigation, and later the Government of India feels that it can spread falsehood, disturb public harmony, or be misused and harmful, then such films should be stopped already. The censor board should deal with all the problems at the very beginning, the film should be released, because a lot of money for the producers has already been made, there is no reason to stop the film later.
BN Tiwari on why Diljit Dosanjh chooses to make “controversial films”
FWICE president turned to Diljit Dosanjh, expressing surprise at the actor’s decision, saying, “I am very surprised why Diljit Dosanjh chooses to make controversial movies. They need to understand the consequences of those choices. He is the highest in Punjab, and he needs to think carefully so that his image is not affected. He has many fans all over the world today. “Tiwari also explained what he believes should guide an actor in choosing roles, “As far as I feel, it is an actor’s responsibility not to make films for money or for any other reason. One should keep ‘quality first’ in mind. I’m not saying that they don’t have any responsibility in the world – they have a lot, and they are very talented. But they should think carefully about this before starting such activities. “
Much of ‘Satluj’ and controversies surround the Diljit Dosanjh starrer
Directed by Honey Trehan, ‘Satluj’ is based on the life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra. The film was shown on ZEE5 in India on Friday under the title ‘Satluj’, after years of delay due to its review history, it has been sent to the Central Board of Film Certification under the title ‘Punjab 95’ in 2022 and it is said that it has been asked to reduce it to 127 before its release.To everyone’s surprise, the film hit the screens in India just two days later, on Sunday. In a statement shared on social media, ZEE5 said: “Given the current situation, ‘Satluj’ will not be available in India until further notice. We will be committed to explore every possible way through the right channel to bring the film to our audience immediately.” The streaming platform also thanked viewers for their overwhelming response, saying it stands by the film and its creative vision.The sudden drop has sparked a huge debate with Diljit Dosanjh himself speaking to fans in an Instagram Live segment to thank them for watching the film before it was taken down, and now FWICE’s BN Tiwari is weighing in on whether artists should engage in politically sensitive work.