Diljit Dosanjh's Satluj to screen at Gurdwaras across 5 States after ZEE5 removal

Diljit Dosanjh's film Satluj will now be shown at gurdwaras across five states after it was taken off ZEE5 within two days of its release. Sikh religious organisations have decided to arrange free community screenings so that people can still watch the film, which is based on the life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra.

The screenings are expected to take place in Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Delhi and Jammu, allowing more viewers to learn about Khalra's work and legacy.

Screenings announced in several cities

After the film was removed from the streaming platform in India, Sikh institutions joined hands to continue its reach through public screenings. Reports say that four screenings have been planned at different gurdwaras in Jammu between July 10 and July 13.

Another screening has been announced at the Baba Fateh Singh Auditorium in Chandi Ki Taksal Gurudwara in Jaipur. The event has attracted attention on social media, with many users welcoming the initiative.

The Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC) has also backed the campaign. The committee has continued to urge ZEE5 to make the film available again so that it can reach a wider audience.

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Based on Jaswant Singh Khalra's life

Satluj, directed by Honey Trehan and earlier known as Punjab '95, tells the story of Jaswant Singh Khalra. Diljit Dosanjh plays the role of the activist, who started his career as a bank employee before dedicating himself to investigating alleged illegal killings and disappearances in Punjab during the late 1980s and early 1990s.

Khalra went missing in 1995. Later, four Punjab Police personnel were found guilty in connection with his abduction, torture and alleged murder. His remains have never been recovered.

Why the screenings matter?

Supporters believe Satluj brings attention to an important period in Punjab's history. By organising screenings at gurdwaras, Sikh organisations hope to keep Khalra's story alive and ensure that people continue to have access to the film despite its removal from ZEE5.

The initiative has also sparked conversations about public access to films, historical events and the role of cinema in preserving stories that many believe should not be forgotten.