Jaswant Singh Khalra
Jaswant Singh Khalra was a human rights activist known for his courageous efforts to expose the extrajudicial killings of thousands in Punjab, India, and his abduction and murder have become symbols of the struggle for justice and accountability in the region.
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Jaswant Singh Khalra is a national hero who exposed police crimes and was murdered in the process.
‘A revolutionary act to watch it’: the film India’s censors do not want you to see | India
United Kingdom· 2026-07-18
The film centres on the life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, whose investigation into the alleged illegal cremation of unidentified bodies ultimately led to his own disappearance.
Satluj Film: Annu Kapoor reacts to 'Satluj' OTT removal: 'You're begging the public for sympathy, why indulge in self-pity? Go to Supreme Court' | Hindi Movie News
India· 2026-07-17
Bittu questioned why Diljit had never made a film on human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra.
Satluj Movie Controversy: Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu calls Diljit Dosanjh an 'impostor' amid Satluj row, says 'government has no control over OTT platforms' | Hindi Movie NewsIndia· 2026-07-09
The film 'Satluj' is inspired by the life of revered human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra.
Satluj Controversy: 'Whatever game was being played to stop our film, it is still going on': 'Satluj' actor Suvinder Pal Vicky opens up on OTT removal of Diljit Dosanjh starrer | Hindi Movie NewsIndia· 2026-07-08
The film 'Sutlej' is based on the life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, who exposed forced disappearances in Punjab.
دلجیت دوسانجھ کی فلم ’ستلج‘ پر ریلیز کے 2 دن بعد پابندی کیوں لگائی گئی؟
Pakistan· 2026-07-07
Baldev Singh said it was only after human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra began investigating disappearances in Punjab that the family learnt about his father's alleged killing.
'There can never be justice': Kin of Punjab's alleged fake encounter victims demand 'Satluj' film's release | Amritsar NewsIndia· 2026-07-06
Diljit mentioned that today's youth is talking about Jaswant Singh Khalra, highlighting his significance in the context of the film 'Satluj'.
Diljit Dosanjh gives a witty reply to Green Card comment amid 'Satluj' OTT removal controversy: 'News ban jayegi' |India· 2026-07-06The film 'Satluj' is based on the life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, who investigated illegal cremations in Punjab.
Diljit Dosanjh's prediction about 'Satluj' take down goes viral: 'Hun tension nai, sab ne kar layi download' - WATCH |India· 2026-07-05
Jaswant Singh Khalra is the subject of the biopic Panjab ‘95, which traces his life and activism against extrajudicial killings in Punjab.
Diljit Dosanjh is one of the biggest Asian stars in the world. So why can’t Indian cinemagoers see his latest film? | Global developmentUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-15
