DASTAAR Released Worldwide In Cinemas On July 17

DASTAAR Released Worldwide In Cinemas On July 17

DASTAAR Released Worldwide In Cinemas On July 17

A Powerful Story of Courage, Identity & Legacy Arrives in Cinemas Worldwide on July 17, 2026
One Man’s Turban. One Community’s Crown.

VANCOUVER, CANADA — White Hill Studios proudly announces the worldwide theatrical release of DASTAAR, an inspiring and emotionally charged cinematic experience directed by acclaimed filmmaker Amar Hundal and starring Tarsem Jassar and Geet Goraya in lead roles. The film arrives in cinemas globally on July 17, 2026.
Set against the backdrop of 1980s Britain, DASTAAR follows the remarkable journey of a turbaned Sikh immigrant who suffers an unimaginable personal loss during a brutal racial attack. Refusing to let tragedy define him, he transforms grief into strength, rising from a humble immigrant to a respected community leader. The film stands as a powerful tribute to resilience, identity, and the enduring spirit of the Sikh community.
DASTAAR is produced by renowned filmmakers Gunbir Singh Sidhu and Manmord Singh Sidhu under the White Hill Studios banner, combining a compelling historical narrative with powerful performances, high production values, and a deeply relevant social message.

The official trailer of DASTAAR was released on June 30, 2026, to a stellar response, striking a chord across Punjabi and diaspora audiences who praised its powerful storytelling and raw portrayal of a Sikh immigrant’s fight for dignity in 1980s Britain. The reaction has only heightened anticipation for the film’s worldwide release on July 17, 2026.

About White Hill Studios
Founded in Vancouver, Canada, in 2007, White Hill Studios has established itself as one of the most influential entertainment companies in Punjabi cinema. The studio has delivered several blockbuster films, including Jatt & Juliet franchise, Punjab 1984, Sardaar Ji franchise, Carry On Jatta 2, Lekh, Ardab Mutiyaran, and Channa Mereya, while also operating one of the leading Punjabi music labels globally.

About the Filmmakers
Manmord Singh Sidhu (Producer) is an Indo-Canadian film producer, director, distributor, and entrepreneur best known as the founder of White Hill Studios. He established the company in Vancouver in 2007, helping transform it into one of the leading producers and distributors of Punjabi-language films and music worldwide. He studied filmmaking at the Vancouver Film School, where he began his career in cinema.
Gunbir Singh Sidhu (Producer) is an Indian film producer and co-founder of White Hill Studios. He holds a master’s degree in electrical engineering from Imperial College, London. Trading his engineering path for a lifelong passion for cinema, he made his debut in the film industry as producer of the blockbuster Punjabi film Jatt & Juliet (2012), which set the foundation for what would become one of Punjabi cinema’s most successful production banners. Since then, he has gone on to produce a string of commercially and critically acclaimed films under White Hill Studios, cementing his place as one of the industry’s most influential filmmakers.
Amar Hundal (Director) is known for his gripping storytelling and commercially successful films, including Warning, Babbar, Warning 2, Bibi Rajni, and Sardaar Ji 3. With DASTAAR, Hundal presents one of his most ambitious and emotionally powerful films to date.

About the Cast
Tarsem Jassar is a Canadian-based singer, actor, and producer, and one of the most respected voices in Punjabi entertainment. He is celebrated for his authentic storytelling, culturally rooted music, and impactful performances on screen, with work that consistently reflects Punjabi heritage, Sikh values, and the spirit of rural Punjab.
Geet Goraya is an Indian Punjabi actress and model who has gained recognition through Punjabi music videos and is beginning to establish herself in Punjabi cinema, known for on-screen appearances alongside several Punjabi singers and actors.
Yograj Singh is a veteran Punjabi and Hindi cinema actor and former Indian cricketer, known for his powerful character roles across a career spanning decades.