Ali Zafar Removed from ‘Mere Brother Ki Dulhan’ Covers Amid Indo-Pak Tensions

Amid renewed diplomatic and military tensions between Pakistan and India, the ongoing fallout has reached the entertainment industry once again. Pakistani singer and actor Ali Zafar has been removed from promotional materials of his Bollywood film Mere Brother Ki Dulhan, which co-starred Katrina Kaif.

Recent updates on music platforms and social media show revised posters and soundtrack covers of the film where Ali Zafar’s image has been deliberately excluded. He played a major role in the 2011 romantic comedy, but now, only Indian cast members are featured in the artwork.

This move is part of a broader trend where several Pakistani artists have been removed or sidelined due to rising hostility between the two nations. In past years, similar actions were taken following political escalations, including bans and public boycotts.

This latest development follows recent skirmishes and heightened tensions at the border, as well as a deterioration in diplomatic relations. Industry observers note that such actions reflect the recurring politicization of art and culture between the two countries.