Crime & Law · India
Film 'Satluj' Removed from OTT Amidst Controversy, Panel Formed
The film 'Satluj', starring Diljit Dosanjh, was removed from the OTT platform Zee5 two days after its release. The Indian government has formed a high-level panel to review the film following its withdrawal. The film reportedly depicts the abduction and killing of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra in Punjab during the 1990s. The removal has sparked debate, with some figures expressing support for Diljit Dosanjh and others questioning the decision. The Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee has announced plans for public screenings of the film.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
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- Left (1): The News Minute
- Centre (8 votes, 9 outlets): Dainik Bhaskar, Deccan Chronicle, Deccan Herald, Hindustan Times, Jansatta · The Indian Express (Indian Express Group — 1 vote), Mathrubhumi English, The Free Press Journal, The Times of India
- Right (3): India Today, OpIndia, Republic World