Punjabi singer-actor Guru Randhawa has landed in hot water on social media following a series of cryptic tweets that fans believe were indirect jabs at fellow artist Diljit Dosanjh. The backlash erupted amid controversy over the casting of Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in the upcoming Punjabi film ‘Sardaar Ji 3’.
What Guru Randhawa said
Although Randhawa didn’t name anyone directly, fans were quick to connect the dots. His posts, shared on X (formerly Twitter), were interpreted as subtle criticism aimed at Dosanjh especially in the context of Aamir’s inclusion in the film at a time of heightened tensions between India and Pakistan.
On Thursday, Randhawa posted, “Lakh pardesi hoyieee Apna desh nhi bhandi daa Jehre mulk da khayie us da bura nhi mangi da Even if now your citizenship is not indian but you were born here pls remember this. This country made great artists and we all are proud of it. Pls be proud of where you were born. Just an advice. Now dont start controversy again and manipulate indians LOL PR bigger thn artist.” (sic)
Netizens react to Guru Randhawa’s tweet
This remark quickly triggered criticism, with several netizens calling out the High Rated Gabru singer. Many accused him of stirring controversy under the guise of patriotism. One user responded, “Grow up guru,” while another noted, “It seems like you are the one who is in desperate need to start a controversy for your PR cuz just few months ago you were promoting your movie Shahkot about Pakistan.”
Others questioned his hypocrisy, pointing out how frequently he references Lahore in his songs. “First try to sing a song without mentioning Lahore in it,” one comment read.
Guru Randhawa takes another dig at Diljit Dosanjh
Despite the backlash, Randhawa doubled down with another tweet, “When the PR team is more talented than the talent itself, controversies become part of the daily routine. The day is near when our people will open their eyes and know the truth. LOL. 1st of every month, dropping bombs. God bless the fake PR and the artists.”
Makers of Sardaar Ji 3 issues statement
The tension surrounding ‘Sardaar Ji 3’ intensified after its trailer was met with criticism online. Responding to the uproar, the film’s producers issued an official statement on June 25 to clarify the timeline of casting decisions.
“This is to bring to everyone’s kind notice that the film, named Sardaar Ji 3, was shot well before the prevailing situation that our country is facing right now and it was never ever the case that any Pakistani artist was signed or was engaged after the terrorist attack in Pahalgam,” the makers said.
They added that the decision to hold back the film’s release in India was taken in view of the current sensitive atmosphere, suggesting a sense of responsibility amid the controversy.
Directed by Amarjit Singh Saron, Sardaar Ji 3 is scheduled for an international release on June 27.
