The legacy of Dangal continues to generate news years after its release. In a 2025 interview, Aamir Khan revealed the real reason the film was not released in Pakistan. He stated that the Pakistani censor board demanded the removal of the Indian national flag and the national anthem from the film. Khan refused these demands, leading to the film being banned in the country. He was quoted as saying, "I did not want this," emphasizing his refusal to compromise on the patriotic elements of his film.