Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh is reportedly no longer part of the upcoming Bollywood war drama Border 2. The update comes amidst mounting controversy surrounding his casting, particularly after his appearance with Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in the trailer of their horror comedy film Sardaar Ji 3.
According to Bollywood Talkies, the production team has officially started the search for a new lead, stating, “Diljit Dosanjh is no longer a part of Border 2! Hunt for new actor is ON!”
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The backlash against Dosanjh’s involvement in a patriotic war film intensified online following the release of Sardaar Ji 3‘s trailer, which sparked debates on cross-border collaborations in cinema. Critics argued that his casting in Border 2 was insensitive given the film’s nationalistic themes.
As fans await confirmation from the actor or the film’s producers, speculation continues over who will replace him in this much-anticipated sequel.