Punjab 95: Diljit Dosanjh Brings Jaswant Singh Khalra’s Inspiring Story to Life

Punjab 95” is an upcoming Indian biographical drama that delves into the life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra. Khalra bravely uncovered the tragic disappearances of many Sikh youths during Punjab’s turbulent insurgency period. His relentless pursuit of justice, even in the face of grave danger, makes his story both compelling and heart-wrenching.

Punjab 95 Release Date

Initially, “Punjab 95” was set to release on February 7, 2025. However, due to unforeseen challenges, the release has been postponed indefinitely. Diljit Dosanjh, who portrays Khalra, expressed his regret to fans, stating, “We are very sorry, and it pains us to inform you that the movie Punjab 95 will not release on 7th Feb due to circumstances beyond our control.

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Language and Genre

The film is presented in Hindi and falls under the genres of biography, crime, and drama.

Cast

  • Diljit Dosanjh as Jaswant Singh Khalra
  • Arjun Rampal
  • Suvinder Vicky
  • Varun Badola
  • Geetika Vidya Ohlyan
  • Kanwaljeet Singh
  • Jagjeet Sandhu
  • Sukhdev Barnala
  • Jyoti Dogra
  • Jasbir Gill

Director and Production Team

Directed by Honey Trehan, the film is penned by Niren Bhatt, Utsav Maitra, and Honey Trehan himself. Ronnie Screwvala produces the movie under the banners of MacGuffin Pictures, RSVP, and Skywalk Films.

Storyline

“Punjab 95” chronicles the life of Jaswant Singh Khalra, a prominent Sikh human rights activist who uncovered the unlawful killings and secret cremations of thousands of Sikh youths by the Punjab Police during the insurgency period. His relentless pursuit of justice led to his abduction and subsequent murder in 1995. The film aims to shed light on his bravery and the significant impact of his work.

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Additional Information

The film has encountered several hurdles with the CBFC, including demands for 120 cuts and a title change from its original “Ghalughara” to “Punjab 95.” Despite these challenges, the filmmakers are committed to presenting the story authentically and are working towards a release that honors Jaswant Singh Khalra’s legacy.

Stay tuned for more updates on “Punjab 95” as the filmmakers navigate these challenges to bring this important story to the audience.

Trailer and Songs

As of now, there is no official trailer or soundtrack available for “Punjab ’95.” Fans are eagerly awaiting further updates from the filmmakers regarding promotional material.