Filmmaker Kabir Khan has responded to the controversy on ‘Sardaar Ji 3’, starring Diljit Dosanjh and Pakistani actress Hania Aamir. The movie got here below heavy criticism from some sections of the general public and political teams after the Pahalgam terror assault on April 22, 2025. A number of questioned the choice to solid a Pakistani actor in an Indian movie throughout such tense instances.In an interview with NDTV, Kabir Khan defended the casting choice, explaining that it was made properly earlier than the tragic Pahalgam assault passed off. Kabir said, “It was a call that was taken ages in the past. By the point issues modified, the movie had already been shot. So it is in all probability unfair to focus on. My views on issues like censorship and banning are very totally different. One needs to be somewhat extra liberated.”The filmmaker additional added, “With something to do with artwork. I do not assume anyone is doing or making any movie simply to harm folks’s sentiments or create hate and controversy. It is unlucky.”Kabir additionally expressed disappointment that ‘Sardaar Ji 3’ couldn’t be launched in India, calling it an ‘unlucky consequence’ of political tensions. He mentioned that generally the movies get in the course of such conditions and miss the prospect to achieve their viewers.Talking about Diljit, the director praised him for his expertise and success, particularly in each music and cinema. He talked about that the movie is doing properly in Pakistan and highlighted that, “Diljit is among the most revered actors and stars of this nation and has at all times executed excellent work.”Amidst the continued tensions, ‘Sardaar Ji 3’ has carried out properly in worldwide markets, particularly amongst Punjabi-speaking audiences abroad. The movie was launched on June 27 and went on to turn out to be the highest-grossing Punjabi film of 2025 to date.Just a few days later, FWICE confirmed they’d lifted the ban on Diljit, permitting him to renew work on ‘Border 2’. Based on reviews, the movie’s producer, Bhushan Kumar, personally requested the federation to let Diljit proceed with the patriotic mission.