Diljit Dosanjh’s ‘Punjab 95’ to Release Internationally on February 7
Punjabi singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh has announced that his much-awaited film, Punjab 95, will release worldwide on February 7, 2025, without any cuts. The film, based on the life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, is directed by Honey Trehan and produced by Ronnie Screwvala’s RSVP Movies.
No Indian Release Yet
Due to complications with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), the film will not be released in India for the time being.
Film Overview
In Punjab 95, Diljit Dosanjh portrays Jaswant Singh Khalra, who investigated the abductions and disappearances of Sikhs during Punjab’s militancy period. The film highlights Khalra’s courageous efforts to expose the mass cremation of thousands of unidentified bodies in Punjab between 1984 and 1994.
Khalra disappeared in 1995 under mysterious circumstances after being abducted by the police. A decade later, in 2005, four police officers were arrested for their involvement in his abduction and murder. In 2007, the Punjab and Haryana High Court sentenced the officers to life imprisonment.
Trailer Announcement
Diljit shared the film’s trailer on Instagram with the caption:
“Panjab ’95 releases in Cinemas Internationally only on 7th February. P.S. Full Movie, No Cuts #ChallengetheDarkness.”
TIFF Controversy
Originally scheduled to premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in 2023, the film was unexpectedly dropped from the lineup without explanation.
Cast
The film also stars Arjun Rampal and Suvinder Vicky, known for his role in Kohraa.
Punjab 95 promises to shed light on a pivotal chapter in Indian history, celebrating Jaswant Singh Khalra’s relentless fight for justice and human rights.
