The film 'Satluj' faced a political row and certification challenges from the CBFC. Filmmakers withdrew a Bombay High Court petition after two years of litigation. The government directed the film's takedown from streaming due to alleged non-compliance with modifications. Discussions are underway to amend the IT Act for mandatory CBFC certification. This controversy intensified ahead of the 2027 Punjab assembly elections.

The film Satluj, formerly Panjab '95, faced censorship and legal challenges for four years. It was briefly released on ZEE5 but was quickly removed due to "current developments."…

Ever since Diljit Dosanjh’s ‘Satluj’ was released on OTT and removed within 48 hours, there has been a lot of debate and controversy going on around the matter. With the CBFC…

The sudden takedown of the film symbolises a muddle-headed administrative approach. The film honestly tells its chosen story of police excesses, but its suppression proves our…

The release of 'Satluj' on ZEE5 on July 3 briefly marked the end of a three-year-long battle with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), which had kept the film off…

Explore the legal implications of the Satluj film removal and the government's authority over OTT platforms in this detailed analysis.

The ongoing controversy surrounding 'Satluj' has once again brought the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) under scrutiny, reviving long-standing debates over the…

Diljit Dosanjh's 'Satluj' was removed from OTT within two days of its release and it created a huge stir on the internet. As per the latest update on the matter, a Public Interest…

PIL in Punjab and Haryana HC seeks restoration of Diljit Dosanjh's film "Satluj," citing concerns over artistic freedom and transparency.

The film 'Satluj' faced a political row and certification challenges from the CBFC. Filmmakers withdrew a Bombay High Court petition after two years of litigation. The government…

By bypassing statutory certification for the film Satluj, the filmmakers risk undermining legal institutions and reopening old wounds at a time when Punjab needs healing and a…