Who was Amar Singh Chamkila? Know about Diljit Dosanjh's character

By Editorji News Desk
Published on | Apr 12, 2024

Amar Singh Chamkila Released On Netflix

Diljit Dosanjh, Parineeti Chopra's film is up to watch on Netflix. Let us know more about the singer, played by Diljit.

Who was Amar Singh Chamkila?

Amar Singh Chamkila was born as Dhanni Ram. He became one of the highest record-selling artists of Punjab.

Worked As An Electrician

Amar began work as an electrician and later worked at a cloth mill. He began his journey when he showed his talent to singer Surinder Shinda.

Worked Solo And With Teams

Before starting his solo career, he learned a couple of musical instruments and worked with a team.

Chamkila And Amarjot Kaur

Chamkila then began his successful partnership with Amarjot Kaur, who later became his wife.

Debut Song Broke Records

Their debut song Pahile Lalkare Naal Main Darr Gay made them famous overnight.

Tragically Killed At 27

Be it the topic of his songs, or the fact that a Dalit singer married a Jat woman, many were angry with the singer. He was assassinated at 27.

Know His Story, 36 Years After Death

Imtiaz Ali's Amar Singh Chamkila has released 36 years after the singer's death. Will the makers do justice to his story? Let us wait and watch!