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Satluj
File:Satluj (2026 film).jpg
Official release poster
Directed byHoney Trehan
Produced by
Written by
Dialogues byHoney Trehan
Niren Bhatt
Starring
Narrated byArjun Rampal
Music byMarc Marder
CinematographyK. U. Mohanan
Edited byA. Sreekar Prasad
Production
company
Distributed byZEE5
Release date
  • 3 July 2026 (2026-07-03)
Running time
164 minutes[1]
CountryIndia
Language
  • Hindi
  • Punjabi
BudgetUS$4.5 million[2]

Satluj is a 2026 Indian biographical drama film directed by Honey Trehan and produced by Ronnie Screwvala, Abhishek Chaubey, and Trehan under the banners of RSVP Movies and MacGuffin Pictures. Inspired by the life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, the film was written by Trehan in collaboration with Niren Bhatt and Utsav Maitra.[3][4] The principal cast includes Diljit Dosanjh, Arjun Rampal, Kanwaljit Singh, Suvinder Vicky, and Geetika Vidya Ohlyan.[4][5]

Set against the backdrop of the Punjab insurgency during the early 1990s, the narrative centres on Khalra's efforts to document allegations of enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings linked to the Punjab Police.[6][7]

Originally developed under the title Ghallughara, and later renamed Punjab 95, the film was initially intended for release in 2023. However, certification disputes with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), which required extensive modifications before granting approval, resulted in the cancellation of its planned theatrical release. After remaining unreleased for approximately three years, the film premiered digitally on ZEE5 on 3 July 2026 under its final title, Satluj. It received largely favourable reviews from critics and audiences following its debut.[8][9][10]

The film was removed from ZEE5's Indian catalogue approximately two days after its release.[11] It was subsequently withdrawn from the platform's international catalogue as well.[12]

Plot[edit | edit source]

Bank employee Jaswant Singh Khalra, based in Amritsar, begins investigating an unusual rise in unidentified bodies being cremated after the disappearance of his acquaintance Kirpal Singh, followed by Kirpal's mother, Bibi Gurpej Kaur. During the investigation, Khalra receives discreet assistance from police officer Satnam, while simultaneously encountering increasing hostility from law enforcement officials.

As Khalra continues gathering evidence, his wife Paramjit Kaur remains steadfast despite repeated intimidation, surveillance, and threats directed at their family. Senior police officer Surjit Singh Sugga and his subordinates repeatedly attempt to pressure Khalra into abandoning his inquiries.

Khalra eventually disappears, prompting widespread public concern. His wife launches a sustained campaign demanding answers, resulting in a Central Bureau of Investigation inquiry. The investigation is led by CBI officer Samudra Singh, who also serves as the film's narrator while reconstructing the events surrounding Khalra's investigation and disappearance.[13]

Cast[edit | edit source]

Production[edit | edit source]

Development[edit | edit source]

Honey Trehan began developing the project in 2020, undertaking extensive historical research before writing commenced. According to Trehan, the research archive eventually exceeded 1,800 pages and incorporated court records, witness testimonies, official documents and other source material relating to the events depicted in the film.[14][15][16]

Trehan initially co-wrote the screenplay with Utsav Maitra, who also worked as the film's associate director. By the time Niren Bhatt joined the writing team, the pair had already completed two screenplay drafts.[17]Template:Reference page

Following Bhatt's involvement, the writers spent approximately a year refining the script. As part of the process, Trehan and Bhatt travelled across several districts of Punjab for nearly a month to conduct additional field research and gather local perspectives relevant to the story.[18]

Casting[edit | edit source]

The casting of Punjabi actor and singer Diljit Dosanjh as Jaswant Singh Khalra attracted considerable public attention because of both the actor's popularity and the politically sensitive subject matter. Director Honey Trehan later revealed that Dosanjh accepted only a token payment of ₹1, choosing to participate in the project for reasons beyond commercial remuneration.[19][20]

Arjun Rampal portrayed Samudra Singh, the CBI officer responsible for investigating Khalra's disappearance, while Suvinder Vicky was cast as SSP Surjit Singh Sugga, a character representing elements of the Punjab Police's counter-insurgency apparatus during the period depicted in the film.

Filming[edit | edit source]

Principal photography commenced in 2021 and concluded the following year, with filming wrapping in 2022.[18][15]

Post-production[edit | edit source]

During production, the film carried the title Ghallughara, a Punjabi term referring to historic massacres of Sikhs. In December 2022, the project entered a prolonged certification process after the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) sought 21 cuts together with a change of title before issuing certification. The producers subsequently challenged the CBFC's decision before the Bombay High Court.[21]

Following discussions involving the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee, the filmmakers agreed to adopt the title Punjab '95 while retaining the film's uncut version after objections were raised to the original title.[22][23]

The film later underwent review by the CBFC's Revising Committee, which reportedly requested more than 120 additional cuts together with further alterations.[24]

The official trailer was removed from YouTube in India one day after its release.[25] An uncut international release was subsequently announced for 7 February 2025 in several countries, excluding India, but was postponed again without an official explanation.[26][27]

Trehan and Dosanjh publicly stated that they would not release a version modified to comply with the certification demands, maintaining that the film should be presented in its intended form.[28][29]

The film had originally been selected for screening at the 2023 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), but it was later withdrawn from the festival programme following reports that diplomatic concerns raised by Indian authorities over its political subject matter influenced the decision. The episode preceded the certification disputes that later delayed the film's public release.

Soundtrack[edit | edit source]

Satluj
Soundtrack album by
Marc Marder
Released13 July 2026
Length9:20
LanguagePunjabi
LabelSangeet Music
Marc Marder chronology
We Are the Fruits of the Forest
(2025) 		Satluj
(2026)
Official audio
Satluj – Full Album at YouTube

All music is composed by Marc Marder.

Track listing
No.TitleLyricsSinger(s)Length
1."Gurmukh Laha Lei Gaye" (Tabla: Gurinder
Pal Singh
Rabab: Mahabir Singh Rana, Sandeep Singh)		Traditional Gurbani ShabadBhai Harjinder Singh Srinagar Wale
Side accompanist: Jaspreet Singh		6:29
2."Satnam Shri Waheguru"Traditional
Gurbani
Shabad		Gyani Balwinder Singh, Gyani Kuljeet Singh1:29
3."Sir Dijae Kaan Na Kijae"Traditional Gurbani ShabadGyani Balwinder Singh, Gyani Kuljeet Singh, Bibi Amrit Kaur1:22
Total length:9:20

Release[edit | edit source]

Satluj was originally scheduled to make its world premiere at the 2023 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). Shortly before the festival began, however, the film was removed from the official programme, with reports attributing the withdrawal to external objections.[30]

After multiple postponements and a prolonged certification dispute, the film was eventually released digitally in its uncut form on ZEE5 on 3 July 2026 under the new title Satluj.[4][31]

Approximately two days after its streaming debut, the film was removed from ZEE5's Indian catalogue pending further notice.[32][33] On 11 July 2026, the film was likewise withdrawn from ZEE5's international library.[34]

According to media reports, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting directed the removal under provisions of the Information Technology Act, 2000, including Section 69A and the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules. The reported justification cited concerns relating to public order, national security and sovereignty. Reports further indicated that an inter-departmental committee reviewed the matter and upheld aspects of the decision after examining the film's depiction of historical events. During the controversy, some groups also sought the registration of a First Information Report (FIR) against Diljit Dosanjh and Honey Trehan, alleging that the film promoted hostility between communities. The episode subsequently contributed to wider discussions regarding the future regulation of OTT platforms and proposals for more formal statutory oversight.

Reception[edit | edit source]

Audience viewership[edit | edit source]

During the approximately 48 hours that it remained available on ZEE5 in India, Satluj recorded 6.58 million views before being removed from the streaming platform.[35]

Critical response[edit | edit source]

Saibal Chatterjee of NDTV awarded the film four out of five stars, describing Satluj as a compelling political drama that "pulls no punches" and concluding that its change of title had not diminished its overall impact.[36]

Writing for The Indian Express, Shubhra Gupta rated the film 3.5 out of 5 stars. She described it as a powerful and emotionally affecting portrayal of an individual confronting injustice, praising Honey Trehan and the filmmaking team for presenting the story of a real person and historical period with conviction.[37]

Reviewing the film for Scroll.in, Nandini Ramnath characterised it as a harrowing account of unchecked state power and praised Diljit Dosanjh's restrained performance together with the supporting cast, including Geetika Vidya Ohlyan, Suvinder Vicky and Arjun Rampal. While she argued that the film understated Jaswant Singh Khalra's association with leftist political traditions and considered parts of its 163-minute runtime unnecessarily prolonged, she nevertheless described it as one of the strongest Indian political films in recent years.[5]

In Outlook, Debanjan Dhar gave the film four out of five stars, calling it one of the year's most significant releases. He particularly praised the performances of Diljit Dosanjh and Suvinder Vicky, describing Vicky's portrayal as an unsettling depiction of institutional brutality.[38]

A reviewer for India TV News commended the film's understated cinematography and restrained musical score but considered the editing uneven in places, suggesting that a shorter runtime would have strengthened the overall narrative. The publication awarded the film 3.5 out of 5 stars.[10]

Bhumi Vashisht of Sunday Guardian Live described Satluj as a fearless docu-drama and highlighted Diljit Dosanjh's performance as a notable departure from his previous on-screen roles.[39]

Troy Ribeiro of Free Press Journal gave the film three out of five stars, describing it as a sincere and purposeful work anchored by a clear moral perspective. He praised the performances of Dosanjh, Arjun Rampal and Kanwaljit Singh, while observing that the film prioritised atmosphere over spectacle.[40]

Reviewing the film for The Hollywood Reporter India, Shilajit Mitra described Satluj as both heartfelt and harrowing, calling it among the finest Indian films released during the year.[41]

The reviewer for Bollywood Hungama awarded the film 3.5 out of five stars, praising its sensitive treatment of its subject matter while highlighting the performances of Diljit Dosanjh, Arjun Rampal and Suvinder Vicky.[42]

Neeshita Nyayapati of Hindustan Times gave the film four out of five stars, writing that although it focused on a particular individual, region and historical period, its broader message concerned the capacity of individuals to bring about social change. She described the film as both an effective political drama and a reminder of the enduring value of moral courage.[13]

Writing in The Hindu, Anuj Kumar praised Diljit Dosanjh's performance as Jaswant Singh Khalra and observed that Honey Trehan used the film to examine themes surrounding the dehumanisation of citizens and state violence.[1]

Devesh Sharma of Filmfare awarded the film four out of five stars, describing it as a moving account of courage and conscience. He wrote that although Satluj was not intended as conventional entertainment, it succeeded in educating, unsettling and emotionally engaging audiences while honouring the legacy of Jaswant Singh Khalra.[43]

Agnivo Niyogi of The Telegraph (India) praised the performances of the principal cast, the cinematography by K. U. Mohanan, the editing by A. Sreekar Prasad and Honey Trehan's direction. He wrote that the film examined systemic abuse by illustrating how institutions can normalise extraordinary violence in the absence of accountability.[44]

Criticism[edit | edit source]

Some commentators argued that Satluj presents an incomplete interpretation of the Punjab insurgency, contending that it devotes comparatively limited attention to violence committed by Khalistan militant groups during the conflict. Among the critics was OpIndia, which asserted that the film focused primarily on allegations of state excesses while giving insufficient coverage to militant attacks, including massacres of Punjabi Hindus, targeted killings of passengers removed from buses, attacks on public infrastructure and the broader civilian casualties associated with Khalistan-related militancy during the late 1980s and early 1990s.[45]

Particular criticism was directed at the film's depiction of the 1995 assassination of Punjab Chief Minister Beant Singh. Some commentators argued that the sequence, which incorporates slow-motion cinematography, stylised visual treatment and accompanying background music, risked presenting the assassination in a manner that could be interpreted as glorifying or romanticising the perpetrators, including Dilawar Singh Babbar.[46][47]

Supporters of the film, however, maintained that the sequence formed part of the historical narrative depicted in the film and should be considered within its broader portrayal of the political and human rights issues explored throughout the story.

Political views[edit | edit source]

Jaswant Singh Khalra at the desk of the Khalistan Liberation Movement International, highlighting the ideological ties to the separatist movement that ran parallel to his human rights investigations.

Accounts of Jaswant Singh Khalra's political and ideological background have varied across historical and journalistic sources. Although Satluj principally portrays him through the lens of his work documenting alleged enforced disappearances and advocating for human rights, some commentators have noted that his earlier political activities receive comparatively limited attention.

According to some published accounts, Khalra was associated during his youth with leftist and Marxist-influenced student activism, including organisations such as the Naujawan Bharat Sabha, before later becoming associated with the human rights wing of the Shiromani Akali Dal. These differing aspects of his political evolution have contributed to varying interpretations of his public life among journalists, scholars and political observers.[48][49]

Some writers have also examined Khalra's later political views and public associations. According to these accounts, he expressed support for Sikh self-determination and engaged with individuals and organisations advocating the creation of Khalistan. During the 1990s, Punjab Police further alleged that he maintained links with Khalistan militants, although human rights organisations and several later commentators have described such allegations as attempts to discredit his investigations into alleged enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings rather than as independently established findings.

Impact[edit | edit source]

Following the removal of Satluj from ZEE5 in India, pirated copies of the film began circulating widely across digital platforms, including WhatsApp, Telegram, X (formerly Twitter) and YouTube.[50]

In response to the takedown, Sikh organisations, local activists and community groups organised public screenings of the film in several parts of India, particularly at gurdwaras, using copies that had circulated online. Writing in Forbes, Hannah Abraham described the phenomenon as an example of the Streisand effect, whereby attempts to restrict access resulted in greater public visibility and interest.[51][52][53][54]

On 9 July 2026, a public interest litigation (PIL) was filed before the Punjab and Haryana High Court seeking restoration of the film on ZEE5. The petition questioned the legal basis for the platform's decision to remove the film and raised issues relating to freedom of expression, procedural transparency and the rights of subscribers who had paid to access the content.[55]

"The abrupt removal of the film, without disclosure of any statutory order, judicial direction or lawful authority, has not only curtailed the fundamental right of the public to receive information and artistic expression under Article 19 (1) (a) of the Constitution of India but has also deprived thousands of bona-fide subscribers of access to content for which they had already paid consideration," the petition stated.[56]

On 10 July 2026, more than 50 journalists and film critics signed a joint letter addressed to Ashwini Vaishnaw, the Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting, criticising the removal of the film from ZEE5. The signatories described the action as an instance of executive overreach and argued that it reflected a continuing erosion of due process.[57][58]

The controversy surrounding the film also prompted broader debate regarding the regulation of over-the-top (OTT) streaming services. Several reports indicated that the Indian government was considering a more formal statutory framework for digital platforms, including proposals for pre-certification mechanisms that would move beyond the existing system of industry self-regulation.

See also[edit | edit source]

Notes[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ Special Police Officer

References[edit | edit source]

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  2. ↑ Mashal, Mujib; K. B., Pragati (9 July 2026). "Why India Has Spent Years Blocking One Movie's Release". The New York Times. New Delhi: The New York Times. Retrieved 9 July 2026.
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  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 Ramachandran, Naman (3 July 2026). "Diljit Dosanjh Film 'Satluj' Streams Uncut on ZEE5 Global". Variety. Retrieved 4 July 2026.
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 Ramnath, Nandini (4 July 2026). "'Satluj' review: A harrowing, heart-rending tale of impunity and courage". Scroll.in. Retrieved 4 July 2026.
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  8. ↑ "Sutluj X Review: Diljit Dosanjh Delivers 'Career Worst' Performance In 'Meaningful, Powerful' Film". News18. Retrieved 4 July 2026.
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  28. ↑ "From 21 to 127 – how CBFC's cut list for Panjab '95 increased over time; Honey Trehan makes EXPLOSIVE revelation: "CBFC told us remove 'desh', 'Gurbani'; asked me 'Itni zor se sach kaun bolta hai?'…I told Ronnie Screwvala that 127-cut version should neither have my name nor Diljit Dosanjh's"". Bollywood Hungama. Retrieved 7 September 2025.
  29. ↑ "'If even a single cut had been made, I would not have promoted the film': Diljit Dosanjh breaks silence as Arjun Rampal and Suvinder Vicky starrer 'Satluj' hits OTT after 3 years". The Times of India. Retrieved 4 July 2026.
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  38. ↑ "Satluj Review: Diljit And Suvinder Vicky Command One of The Year's Most Essential, Searing Films". Outlook. 4 July 2026. Retrieved 4 July 2026.
  39. ↑ "Satluj Movie Review: Diljit Dosanjh Powers A Fearless Docu-Drama That Exposes Punjab's Darkest Chapter With Unflinching Honesty". Sunday Guardian Live. 4 July 2026. Retrieved 4 July 2026.
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