After Sunny Deol, Kajol's Film Faces Trouble Amid India-Pakistan Tension – Scenes Being Reworked

Tensions between India and Pakistan may have started to ease after the May 10 ceasefire, but the recent spike in hostilities — including Pakistan’s 'Operation Sindoor' — has begun impacting Bollywood. Following the uncertainty around Sunny Deol’s much-anticipated film Lahore 1947, another major project, Kajol’s upcoming political thriller Sarzameen, is now under scrutiny.

Kajol's 'Sarzameen' Undergoes Changes

According to a Mid-Day report, filmmakers have started re-evaluating projects that involve any mention of Pakistan or are set in politically sensitive regions. Sarzameen, starring Kajol and Prithviraj Sukumaran, is one such film. While the movie reportedly does not directly reference Pakistan, some of its key scenes are set in Kashmir, making it potentially sensitive in the current climate.

The film, which was scheduled for a May 30 release, is now undergoing last-minute dubbing and re-editing. A source from the production revealed that the decision was taken to avoid any unintended controversy, given the rising national sentiment and the film’s political context.

Sunny Deol’s Lahore 1947 Also Delayed

Sunny Deol’s Lahore 1947, directed by Rajkumar Santoshi and backed by Aamir Khan, is also facing delays. While the majority of the film is complete, some patchwork scenes remain. Due to the film’s partition-era storyline—which portrays a Muslim family in Lahore—producers are reportedly hesitant to release it in the current atmosphere.

Insiders say the team is reviewing the film’s presentation without altering the essence of the story. With emotions still running high post-border attacks and military operations, the makers are walking a tightrope.

What About the YRF Spy Universe?

Speculation was also rife that YRF’s upcoming spy films — including Pathaan 2, War 2, and Alpha — might undergo changes due to previous installments’ Pakistan-centric plots. However, YRF has denied these rumors. According to the production house, the upcoming films have no connection with Pakistan, and the shoots are proceeding as planned, without any script alterations.

The Bigger Picture

In light of national security concerns and public sentiment, Bollywood is clearly exercising caution. While filmmakers are not halting productions outright, they are ensuring that narratives do not unintentionally inflame tensions — a sign of how cinema remains deeply interwoven with the political pulse of the nation.