Gavie Chahal was last seen as an actor in the Punjabi film ‘Yaarana’ (2015). He’s now returning to Punjabi cinema as a director.
The untimely and extremely tragic demise of Punjab’s famous singer/lyricist and actor, Sidhu Moose Wala earlier this year, has stirred many Punjabi artistes emotionally so much that many of them are using their talent and creativity to pay a tribute to the legendary singer.
One of them is Punjabi actor Gavie Chahal, who was last seen as an actor in a Punjabi film titled Yaaraana, which was released in 2015. Now after almost eight years, Chahal is returning to Punjabi cinema with his film ‘Hair Koi Hor..??’ – this time as an actor and a director both.
Chahal recently took to the social media platform Instagram to announce his latest project. His caption read:
“Sharing the Poster , Films first look , and about the Title of this Punjabi Feature Film. When ever we read these words , there’s one and only one Name comes into our mind which is #sidhumoosewala , so this Film , The Title Is Dedicated To S. Shubhdeep Singh “Sidhu Moose Wala”.
According to sources, besides Chahal, Sonia Mann, Malkeet Rauni, Satwant Kaur, Vikas, Rajiv Rishi and Gurkanwar will be featuring in Hai Koi Hor..??
It may be recalled that Gavie Chahal has appeared in Hindi movies like ‘Tiger Zinda Hai’ (2017) and ‘Veere Di Wedding’ (2018) besides play several characters in Indian Television series. Produced by Gavie Chahal Films (his own production house), Hai Koyi Hor..?? will release in 2023.
Gavie Chahal dedicates directorial debut to Sidhu Moose Wala
In Punjabi film industry’s illustrious history, sadly there have been only a few films that have left an indelible mark on the viewers’ conscience. But, Chann Pardesee (1981) is a huge exception. Not as far as its technically superior production is concerned, but also some towering performances matched with an intelligibly believable storyline. Never before and never after have we seen such raw talent on the silver screen with some memorable performances in the shape of Amrish Puri (Jagirdar), Kulbhushan Kharbanda (Nek), Raj Babbar (Laali), Tulsi (Om Puri), Rama Vij (Kammo).
In Punjabi film industry’s illustrious history, there have been only a few films that have left an indelible mark on the viewers’ conscience. But, Chann Pardesi (1981) is a huge exception. Not only for its technically superior production is concerned, but also some towering performances matched with an intelligibly believable storyline.
The film has now been remastered and releasing worldwide tomorrow – 27 May, in cinemas all over the globe.
Never before and never after have we seen such raw talent on the silver screen with some memorable performances in the shape of Amrish Puri (Jagirdar), Kulbhushan Kharbanda (Nek), Raj Babbar (Laali), Tulsi (Om Puri), Rama Vij (Kammo).
It is also pertinent to mention here, that all these actors named above then made a huge mark in Bollywood, where they swayed the audience with their histrionics, which further translated into successful careers.
The way the director, Chitraarth Singh, treated such a delicate and bold subject is a lesson to be learnt, especially by today’s film makers, who live in a world of ‘make-believe’ and haughtily boast that the viewers will lap whatever they will show on the screen. How wrong can anybody be?
Actually, today’s film makers will do a huge service to themselves and the industry by using this film as a benchmark and case study. Besides the story, Chann Pardesi can also boast of some melodious music and exquisite cinematography despite the technical limitations of those times. This movie has been able to keep its memories fresh even after 40 years of its release and over the period of time the bond is still growing even more stronger.
And by the way, Chann Pardesi was also the first Punjabi film to win a well-deserving National Film Award.
It’s great that the makers of CHANN PARDESI have remastered and released the film again today to would like to again request the producers to prove to the audience as to what the true power of cinema is, which was perfectly understood and harnessed by a behemoth called Chann Pardesi.
One can easily say that what ‘Mother India’ is for Bollywood, ‘Chann Pardesee’ is for our Ballewood.
A melting pot of various talents, the Punjabi film industry is full of super-talented artists and celebrities who are leaving their imprints in the global space. Here are five such celebrities from our Punjabi film industry!
A melting pot of various talents, the Punjabi film industry is full of super-talented artists and celebrities who are leaving their imprints in the global space. Here are five such celebrities from our Punjabi film industry!
Gippy Grewal:
Punjabi actor, singer, producer, and director, Gippy Grewal is a renowned face across the globe for his artistic acumen and down-to-earth nature.
Grewal started his professional journey as a singer with Chakkh Lai which was produced by Aman Hayer and later made his film debut in a supporting role in the Punjabm film, Mel Karade Rabba (2010).
He wore the director’s hat for the first time for the movie Ardaas (2016) and ever since then, he is surpassing benchmarks with engaging content and proficient acting.
Neeru Bajwa:
Canadian-born Indian actress, Neeru Bajwa started her career in 1998 with Dev Anand’s Bollywood film Main Solah Baras Ki and then moved on to working in Indian soap operas and Punjabi films.
Her Punjabi films like Mel Karade Rabba (2010), Jihne Mera Dil Lutteya (2011), Jatt & Juliett (2012), Sardaar Ji (2015), Jindua (2017), and Uda Aida (2019) has garnered her a lot of appreciation and fame.
She marked her debut as a producer with the movie Channo Kamli Yaar Di (2016) and her directorial debut with the movie Sargi (2017). Bajwa has recently been blessed with two twins, Aalia and Aakira Kaur Jawandha.
Binnu Dhillon:
Binnu Dhillon has been in the Punjabi film industry since a long time now and needless to say, he has carved a niche with his happy-go-lucky personality and talent.
Dhillon began his career as a Bhangra performer and eventually paved his way to the television industry followed by the silver screen.
He also ventured into production with the movie Bailaras and also produced Vadhayiyaan Ji Vadhayiyaan’ in collaboration with A & A Advisors. Needless to say, he has proved his mettle in all the bowls he has dipped his fingers in!
Rana Ranbir:
Another super-talented actor of the Punjabi film industry, Rana Ranbir has a rich theater experience which evidently translates in his acting skills on the silver screen.
Ranbir has an array of blockbuster movies to his credit such as Munde UK De (2009), Kabaddi Once Again (2012), Jatt & Juliet (2012), Carry on Jatta (2012), Oye Hoye Pyaar Hogya (2013), Manje Bistre (2017), and Ardaas Karaan (2019).
Not only this, Ranbir has also been globally recognized for his fine writing and directorial skills.
Sargun Mehta:
Indian model, actress and television host, Sargun Mehta has a lot of awards and accolades in her kitty for her prolific acting skills, hard working approach, and dedication towards the Punjabi film industry.
She took the professional plunge by began acting in theatre productions in her college, and later ventured into television roles, having made her screen debut in 2009 with Zee TV’s 12/24 Karol Bagh.
She also hosted the dance reality show Boogie Woogie Kids Championship. Some of her critically acclaimed movies include Love Punjab (2016), Lahoriye (2017), and Chandigarh Amritsar Chandigarh (2019).
Here’s a list of famous Punjabi celebrities who took the road less travelled, and paved their way from the world of glamour to the world of politics!
Gurpreet Ghuggi:
One of the most-loved comedian and actors of the Punjabi entertainment industry, Gurpreet Ghuggi took a short stint in the world of politics when he joined the Aam Aadmi Party and served as the Punjab State Convenor. After some time, he was replaced by Bhagwant Maan which eventually led Ghuggi to quit the party and politics as a whole.
His Punjabi movies like Carry On Jatta (2012) and Ardaas (2015) have been acclaimed by the critics and the audiences alike.
Bhagwant Mann:
The journey for Bhagwant Mann which started with the comedy album, Jagtar Jaggi, eventually led him to enact in famous Punjabi movies like Ekam – Son of Soil, Police in Pollywood, and 22g Tussi Ghaint Ho to name a few. However, in early 2011, Mann joined the People’s Party of Punjab. In 2012, he unsuccessfully contested elections in the Lehragaga constituency.
In March 2014, Mann joined the Aam Aadmi Party to contest elections in the Sangrur Lok Sabha constituency wherein he won by 211,721 votes. He was also the convener of AAP Punjab but he later resigned. In 2019, Mann again won the Lok Sabha seat from Sangrur in General elections of India by 111,111 votes. He is the only Member of Parliament from Aam Aadmi Party in the lower house (Lok Sabha) of the parliament.
Hans Raj Hans:
A recipient of the civil honour of Padma Shri, Hans Raj Hans is renowned for his Punjabi folk and Sufi music as well as in his own ‘Punjabi-pop’ albums. Hans has worked alongside other artists, such as Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan in the movie Kachche Dhaage which was appreciated by the critics as well as the audiences alike.
Hans joined the Shiromani Akali Dal party in January 2009 and in May of that year, he contested the Jalandhar, Punjab, India constituency.
However, he resigned on 18 December 2014 and joined the Indian National Congress in February 2016. Later in December 2016, he joined the Bharatiya Janata Party and replaced Udit Raj as the candidate for representing North West Delhi in the 2019 Indian general election.
Jassi Jasraj:
Jassi Jasraj who has worked in one film called Bikker Bai Sentimental has been a famous singer of Punjab. In 2014, he joined the newly formed political party – AAP but after that he never really came in the news for his political ventures.
Gul Panag:
Gul Panag is a renowned actress in Bollywood and she’s done her share of Punjabi movies like Sikander and Ambarsariya. In 2014, she fought for Chandigarh’s Lok Sabha Elections from Aam Aadmi Party but lost to Kirron Kher.
Kirron Kher:
Kirron Kher who’s done many Punjabi movies and her most noted one being Punjab 1984 released in 2014 is a ruling BJP MP from Chandigarh. She became the Member of Parliament in 2014 and was re-elected in 2019’s Lok Sabha Elections as well.
Savita Bhatti:
Wife of famous comedian and social activist Jaspal Bhatti, Savita Bhatti had a small political career as well. She joined Aam Aadmi Party too in 2014 but resigned when she wasn’t given the seat to fight for Chandigarh’s Lok Sabha Elections.
Here’s a list of some famous Punjabi actors who made their humble beginnings with the television industry and eventually paved their way to the zenith of success in the Punjabi film industry!
Jaswinder Bhalla:
The much sought-after veteran actor of the Punjabi film industry, Jaswinder Bhalla has been an indispensable member of the Punjabi entertainment industry. Bhalla took the professional plunge as a comedian in 1988 with Chankata 88 and later became an actor with the film Dulla Bhatti.
He also performs in various stage acts and has done tours of Canada and Australia for his stage show Naughty Baba in Town. Some of his famous movies include Jihne Mera Dil Luteya, Chakk De Fatte, Mel Karade Rabba, Jatt and Juliet, and Carry on Jatta to name a few.
Not only this, Bhalla is also an academic staff at the Punjab Agricultural University.
Binnu Dhillon:
One of the most-loved actors of the Punjabi film industry, Binnu Dhillon hails his roots from Dhuri, Sangrur. Dhillon began his career as a Bhangra performer and had an opportunity to perform at the Indian Festivals in Germany and at the United Kingdom, before he made his debut in the television industry with the serial Paddu, written and directed by Gurbir Singh Grewal in 1998. He went on to work in popular television serials such as Sarhad, Lori, Gaoundi Dharti, Sirnaave, Man Jeetey Jag Jeet, Channo Chan Vargi, Professor Money Plant, Jugnu Hazir Hai, Jugnu Mast Mast, Padam Paria, Kankaal, Aaste and Pagdandian.
With the passage of time, Dhillon ventured into the Punjabi film industry and ever since then, there has been no turning back. He has an array of blockbuster movies to his credit such as Carry on Jatta, Vekh Barattan Challiyan, Mar Gaye Oye Loko, and Naukar Vahuti da to name a few.
Gurpreet Ghuggi:
An Indian actor, comedian, and politician, Gurpreet Ghuggi dons various hats. However, he started his professional journey with theater and eventually, the good old television industry. Ghuggi began his career by acting in theatre in the early 1990s, after which he had recurring roles in television series such as Ronak Mela and the soap opera Parchhaven.
Ghuggi gained international public recognition with comedic leading roles through his videos Ghuggi Junction (2003) and Ghuggi Shoo Mantar (2004), before laying the foundation stone of his film career by starring as Patwari Jhilmil Singh in Asa Nu Maan Watna Da (2004). His Punjabi movies like Carry On Jatta (2012) and Ardaas (2015) have been acclaimed by the critics and the audiences alike.
BN Sharma:
An actor to reckon with prolific dialogue delivery skills and a note-worthy acting acumen, BN Sharma started his professional journey with a Punjabi soap, Jeb Katre on Jalandhar Doordarshan and comedy serial, Flop Show which fetched him many offers for venturing into the Punjabi film industry. Sharma has played a pivotal role in famous Punjabi movies like Mahaul Theek Hai, Jatt and Juliet and Carry On Jatta.
Here’s a collection of photos of famous personalities like Bollywood actors, actresses, cricketers and politicians who visited the Golden Temple, Amritsar.
Here’s a collection of photos of famous personalities like Bollywood actors, actresses, cricketers and politicians who visited the Golden Temple, Amritsar.
SONALI BENDRE AT THE GOLDEN TEMPLE, AMRITSAR
This is Sonali Bendre, who visited The Golden Temple on 1st January 2020. (Image: AFP)
Sonali Bendre also posed for photographs with her family members and offered prayers at the Golden Temple. (Image: PTI)
KAREENA KAPOOR KHAN AT THE GOLDEN TEMPLE AMRITSAR
Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan, visited the Golden Temple, Amritsar while shooting for her film Laal Singh Chaddha. She paid obeisance in the sanctum sanctorum of Harmandhar Sahib, popularly known as Darbar Sahib or The Golden Temple on December 2, 2019. (Image: Instagram)
NEHA DHUPIA AND ANGAD BEDI AT THE GOLDEN TEMPLE, AMRITSAR
Celebrity couple Neha Dhupia and Angad Bedi visited Golden Temple on their daughter Mehr’s first birthday. They took to their social media handles to share some adorable photos from their visit. (Image: Instagram)
DEEPIKA PADUKONE AND RANVEER SINGH
Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh visited Golden Temple in Amritsar on their wedding anniversary. (Image: Instagram, AFP). They paid respect, to celebrate their one-year wedding anniversary, at the Golden Temple in Amritsar.
BIHAR CHIEF MINISTER SH. NITISH KUMAR AT THE GOLDEN TEMPLE
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar performs a ritual during his visit to Sri Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple), in Amritsar on November 7, 2019. (Image: PTI)
MALAIKA ARORA AT THE GOLDEN TEMPLE
Actress Malaika Arora takes blessings at the Golden Temple in Amritsar on November 5, 2019. (Image: AFP). Malaika Arora offered prayer at the Golden Temple in Amritsar.
VICKY KAUSHAL AT THE GOLDEN TEMPLE
Vicky Kaushal took blessings at the Golden Temple in Amritsar when he began shooting for the second schedule of Sardar Udham Singh. (Image: news18)
GAUTAM GAMBHIR AT THE GOLDEN TEMPLE
Former cricketer and BJP leader Gautam Gambhir offers prayer at the Golden Temple in Amritsar on May 15, 2019. (Image: PTI)
VIDYA BALAN AT THE GOLDEN TEMPLE, AMRITSAR
VARUN DHAWAN AT THE GOLDEN TEMPLE
Varun Dhawan paid obeisance at the Golden Temple in Amritsar on Jan 22, 2019.
UNITED NATIONS SECRETARY-GENERAL ANTONIO GUTERRES AT THE GOLDEN TEMPLE
(IMAGE: PTI)
IMTIAZ ALI AT THE GOLDEN TEMPLE
ABHISHEK BACHCHAN AT THE GOLDEN TEMPLE
SHAHRUKH KHAN AT THE GOLDEN TEMPLE
SAIF ALI KHAN AT THE GOLDEN TEMPLE
DELHI CM ARVIND KEJRIWAL AT THE GOLDEN TEMPLE
FORMER HOME MINISTER RAJNATH SINGH AT THE GOLDEN TEMPLE
HOME MINISTER AMIT SHAH AT THE GOLDEN TEMPLE
HUMA QURESHI AT THE GOLDEN TEMPLE
AUSTRALIAN CRICKETER BRET LEE AT THE GOLDEN TEMPLE
CANADIAN PM Justin Trudeau AT THE GOLDEN TEMPLE
SOHA ALI KHAN AT THE GOLDEN TEMPLE
JAHNVI KAPOOR AT THE GOLDEN TEMPLE
SARA ALI KHAN AND AMRITA SINGH AT THE GOLDEN TEMPLE
KRITI KHARBANDA AT THE GOLDEN TEMPLE
RISHI KAPOOR AND RANDHIR KAPOOR AT THE GOLDEN TEMPLE
Blessed with beauty, brains, and talent, these Punjabi actresses enjoy equal fame in the South Indian film industry!
Blessed with beauty, brains, and talent, these Punjabi actresses enjoy equal fame in the South Indian film industry!
The Punjabi film industry is today enjoying international acclaim from Punjabis residing across the globe. However, some Punjabi actresses have equally carved a niche in the South Indian film industry. These actresses have not only surpassed the ‘Punjabi’ following but also received appreciation and recognition from fans in South India for their acting acumen and finesse. Here’s more about these trailblazing women!
1. Sonam Bajwa: Indian model and actress, Sonam Bajwa is one of the most-loved actresses of the Punjabi film industry. Bajwa made her debut in Pollywood in the year 2013 with ‘Best Of Luck’ directed by Manmord Sidhu and ever since then, there has been no turning back. Bajwa gave an array of blockbuster movies like Punjab 1984, Nikka Zaildar, Muklawa, Manje Bistre, and lots more. However, the success story of Bajwa doesn’t end here. She made her debut in Tamil cinema with romantic comedy drama movie, ‘Kappal’. In 2016, she made her Telugu debut with action and romance movie, ‘Aatadukundam Raa’.
2. Aditi Sharma: The journey for Aditi Sharma started with the South Indian film industry wherein she proved her mettle in three Telugu films before venturing into the Punjabi film industry and ever since then, there has been no turning back. Her proficient acting skills were clearly evident in Punjabi movies like Angrej, Golak Bugni Bank Te Batua and Subedar Joginder Singh, which was appreciated by the audiences and the critics alike.
3. Wamiqa Gabbi: The ever charming and talented actress, Wamiqa Gabbi made her screen debut in the Hindi film Bittoo Boss in 2012. She has received critical acclaim for her Punjabi movies like Dil Diyan Gallan, Nikka Zaildar 3, and Nadhoo Khan. Hailing her roots from the City Beautiful, Gabbi has been brought up in a diverse manner such that she has been able to exceptionally excel in Malayalam, Tamil and Telugu films as well. She made her debut in the Telugu film industry with crime comedy movie, ‘Bhale Manchi Roju’ and Tamil debut with ‘Maalai Nerathu Mayakkam’. Gabbi marked her Malayalam debut with ‘Godha’, a sports comedy film directed by Basil Joseph.
4. Payal Rajput: Channa Mereya fame actress, Payal Rajput is renowned for her acting in Hindi television series, Punjabi cinema, and Telugu cinema. She made her Telugu debut in 2018 with drama movie, ‘RX 100’, and also did cameo parts in an array of Telugu films.
5. Kainaat Arora: Hailing her roots from a Punjabi family in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, Kainaat made her debut in the Bollywood 100 crore blockbuster comedy film Grand Masti and ever since then, she has been surpassing benchmarks with each passing day. Arora gave a cameo appearance in Tamil movie, Mankatha and marked her Malayalam debut with ‘Lailaa O Lailaa’. Some of her Punjabi movies include Faraar, Jagga Jeonda, and Kitty Party.
The present day Punjabi movies are high not just in entertainment quotient but also give a number of life lessons. So, as the year 2019 is ending, here we are presenting you the list of the Top 5 Most Meaningful Punjabi Movies of 2019 that gave important life lessons apart from entertaining.
The present day Punjabi movies are high not just in entertainment quotient but also give a number of life lessons. So, as the year 2019 is ending, here we are presenting you the list of the Top 5 Most Meaningful Punjabi Movies of 2019 that gave important life lessons apart from entertaining.
Top 5 Most Meaningful Punjabi Movies of 2019
1. ARDAAS KARAAN
Directed and produced by Gippy Grewal ‘Ardaas Karaan’ is a masterpiece made this year that’s mini book on life lessons itself. Based on Gurbani, the film’s story is weaved in a way that it teaches one the importance of life and how to live it in a meaningful way. It also preaches that every moment of life is not just for living, but loving.
2. UDA AIDA
Dealing with a social issue in a light-hearted manner, was Tarsem Jassar and Neeru Bajwa starrer Uda Aida that took on the obsession of our society on English language. Written by Naresh Kathooria and directed by Kshhitij Chaudhary, Uda Aida made a convincing point that speaking English might be necessary in today’s times but it doesn’t mean one should hate one’s native tongue. The film was especially loved for its child artistes’ remarkable performances.
3. RABB DA RADIO 2
Tarsem Jassar’s movies are generally known for their meaningful content that can be enjoyed by the entire family together. Another of his film that made a mark this year was Rabb Da Radio 2 that through its interesting storyline taught the value of family relations and how important they are for living a fulfilling life. Though walls have separated houses but the walls should never separate hearts.
4. ARDAB MUTIYARAN
An extremely innovative take on modern day feminism, Ardab Mutiyaran produced by White Hill Studios and directed by Manav Shah deals with how it’s mostly women who have to mould themselves according to the wishes of the family. The film showcases a fierce and tomboyish protagonist Babbu Bains played by Sonam Bajwa that lives life on her own terms and indirectly teaches us that women are no less than men in any way, and that marriage doesn’t mean that a girl would have to sacrifice her freedom and choices.
5. KALA SHAH KALA
A beautiful film that took our society’s obsession with the white skin, Kala Shah Kala deals with the story of a man who is ridiculed for his dark complexion and how no woman wishes to marry him. It’s a story of how this man hides his heart’s feelings, deals with inferiority complex and eventually wins everyone’s heart with his kindness. Kala Shah Kala was produced by Sargun Mehta and Binnu Dhillon who also played the lead roles in this movie.
So this was our list of the most meaningful films in Punjabi cinema in year 2019. Hope you enjoyed reading the same.
[h4]Perhaps not many are aware of the fact that global actor Kabir Bedi has represented Sikhs in Hollywood by featuring as a Sikh henchman in a Roger Moore starrer James Bond movie.[/h4]
[h4]Perhaps not many are aware of the fact that global actor Kabir Bedi has represented Sikhs in Hollywood by featuring as a Sikh henchman in a Roger Moore starrer James Bond movie.[/h4]
A 1983 Bond movie called Octopussy, the thirteenth in the James Bond series produced by Eon Productions, and the sixth to star Roger Moore as James Bond, the movie had a character named Gobinda, a Sikh guy. Interestingly, Bedi had a famous scene in the movie where he fought with Bond on top of a moving train with a sword in hand.
[h4]Bedi had a famous scene in the movie where he fought with Bond on top of a moving train with a sword in hand.[/h4]
Reminiscing his role, Bedi told to a leading portal,
“Of the five months over which Octopussy was shot, Roger and I spent two months together. A lot of scenes were shot in London’s Pinewood studios, where a lot of historic Bond films—and the famous train fight scenes from Octopussy—were shot. We also filmed a major part in Rajasthan.
We were staying at the Taj Lake Palace, where the villas overlook the lake. There was a beautiful oval pool surrounded by hotel suites, where we would gather in the evenings after the shoot and sit and chat.
Roger was an introverted man. He wasn’t very forthcoming in the beginning and it took me some time to break the ice and get to know him. Roger’s mother was born in Calcutta (now Kolkata) and he was interested in hearing about my parents’ participation in the freedom struggle. He knew that I was famous in India, and in Italy for The Black Corsair, and he treated me like an equal. He would try to help out other actors in a scene, and I don’t remember him losing his temper even once.
Now, I am a fan of Sean Connery. I have grown up watching those movies and he remains the definitive Bond for me. But what Roger brought was a wry sense of humour and a lightness to the role, a tradition which was carried forward by Pierce Brosnan. We didn’t see the more muscular Bond making a comeback until Daniel Craig. Roger would introduce unexpected humour into scenes, because he would joke about practically everything.
There is a scene in Octopussy where he comes across a tiger in the jungle. He sat and spoke to it like he is talking to a dog. There was another moment during the shoot which I remember for his impish humour. I was wearing an elaborate turban which was completely white. It almost looked like a bandage. When he saw me on the set, he asked, ‘Are you feeling better now?’
Moore’s sense of humour was very British. But he was more European than English or American, especially in the later stages of his life, after his marriage to the Danish Kristina ‘Kiki’ Tholstrup. That last marriage, I believe, gave him a lot of happiness. We in the movies move on after working on one project. Roger and I had exchanged some messages later and would find out about each other through mutual friends. I didn’t know about his cancer, though.
If you scratched the surface, Roger could also show a profound philosophical side. I remember taking walks with him in the English countryside, talking about love, birth and death.”
Karamjit Anmol, one of those indespensable actors in our Punjabi film industry, who has crossed many a milestone when it comes to showing his prowess as an actor, is a man who’s trudged a long path before getting his claim to fame. The deep-skin-toned, cute-faced actor, who’s generally known for his comic roles in our Punjabi cinema, has worked in more than a 100 movies so far with some of them being all-time blockbusters.
(Karamjit Anmol In Manje Bistre)
First recognised in Bhagwant Mann’s show on TV – Jugnu Kehnda Hai – Anmol, who was interested in acting since childhood – has come a long way today. Whether it’s a role of playing a woman (Mr and Mrs 420 returns) or an elderly man (Manje Bistre) or even crooning sad romantic songs, Anmol has proved that he’s one talent in our entertainment industry that we simply cannot do without.
But do you know besides acting in Punjabi and Hindi films (Dev D, Singh is Bling), Karamjit Anmol has also acted in a Hollywood movie? Yes, he worked in a film called WEST IS WEST with stars like Om Puri, Linda Bassett, Aqib Khan, and Jimi Mistry. The film was directed by Andy DeEmmony, and produced by Leslee Udwin for Assassin Films. In this film, Karamjit Anmol played the role of one of the Indian cousins of the protagonist. It released in 2010.
Here’s the still from WEST IS WEST with Karamjit Anmol on Extreme right.
You can watch this movie on Youtube.
Leaving you with more pictorial moments from Karamjit Anmol’s life.
(Karamjit Anmol in ‘Jugnu Kehnda Hai’ with Bhagwant Mann)
