Updated October 4, 2026
Satluj FAQ: Runtime, Titles, True Story, OTT, and More
Short answers to the questions people actually search after the July 2026 release storm.
Quick answers for readers skimming on a phone.
Is Satluj a true story?
It is a biographical drama inspired by Jaswant Singh Khalra's life and investigation. Expect cinematic compression.
Runtime?
Approximately 163–164 minutes.
Languages?
Hindi and Punjabi.
Is it the same as Punjab 95?
Yes. Same film lineage; Satluj is the 2026 release title.
Where did it stream?
ZEE5 from 3 July 2026; India access later withdrawn pending further notice.
Who directed it?
Honey Trehan.
Main cast?
Diljit Dosanjh, Arjun Rampal, Suvinder Vicky, Kanwaljit Singh, Geetika Vidya Ohlyan.
Is it family-friendly?
No. Adult themes of custodial violence and disappearances.
Deeper reading: main Satluj guide, Khalra story, watch status.
More answers
What was the film originally called? Ghallughara, then Punjab '95, finally Satluj — each rename marks a chapter in the censorship battle (see our production history).
Is it a true story? Yes. It dramatizes Jaswant Singh Khalra's real investigation into mass secret cremations by Punjab Police — read his real story.
Where can I watch it? Currently no confirmed legal option in India after the ZEE5 removal — see our viewing guide for the latest.
Who stars in it? Diljit Dosanjh, Arjun Rampal, Suvinder Vicky, Kanwaljit Singh, Geetika Vidya Ohlyan — full details in our cast guide.