Highlights

  • Dilijit Dosanjh was born on 6th January, 1984
  • Dilijit is the first Sikh to get a wax statue of Madame Tussauds
  • He made his Bollywood debut in 'Udta Punjab'

Latest news

India to play Champions Trophy matches at neutral venue: ICC

India to play Champions Trophy matches at neutral venue: ICC

India's electric vehicle market to reach Rs 20 lakh crore by 2030, says Nitin Gadkari

India's electric vehicle market to reach Rs 20 lakh crore by 2030, says Nitin Gadkari

BJP MPs admitted in RML Hospital ICU with head injuries after scuffle with opposition

BJP MPs admitted in RML Hospital ICU with head injuries after scuffle with opposition

Ravichandran Ashwin's fun time with support staff reminisced by BCCI | Watch

Ravichandran Ashwin's fun time with support staff reminisced by BCCI | Watch

Mallya Calls for Justice Over Excess Debt Recovery and Legal Inconsistencies

Mallya Calls for Justice Over Excess Debt Recovery and Legal Inconsistencies

UK PM Keir Starmer hosts Indian business chiefs to boost investments

UK PM Keir Starmer hosts Indian business chiefs to boost investments

Parliament Protest Melee: Congress claims Kharge pushed, Rahul manhandled

Parliament Protest Melee: Congress claims Kharge pushed, Rahul manhandled

Indian Educationist Arun Kapur honoured with Bhutan’s prestigious royal honour ‘Dasho’

Indian Educationist Arun Kapur honoured with Bhutan’s prestigious royal honour ‘Dasho’

Happy Birthday Diljit Dosanjh: 5 must watch films of the singer-actor

Diljit Dosanjh made a name for himself in Punjabi films with his fantastic songs and acting, and now also rules hearts of many in Bollywood, too. On his 38th birthday, here are his top 5 must watch films 

Happy Birthday Diljit Dosanjh: 5 must watch films of the singer-actor

The ever stylish ever savage Diljit Dosanjh never fails to entertain us. There isn’t a celebration which is complete without grooving to his music.

Dilijit has also made a name for himself in the Punjabi entertainment industry with his fantastic acting skills and now, he also rules the hearts of many in Bollywood ever since he made his big debut in Udta Punjab.

On his 38th birthday, take a look at his top 5 must watch films:

1. Jatt and Juliet
Jatt and Juliet is quite special because it is Diljit Dosanjh’s first superhit of his career. It is a romantic comedy, in which Diljit starred as a villager eager to marry a Canadian girl just to get permanent citizenship for the country. The film, directed by Anurag Singh, also stars Neeru Bajwa in pivotal role. It released in 2012 and broke some box-office records.

2. Punjab 1984
Marking a complete departure from his comedic roles and flashy real life persona, Diljit shocked the world with his outstanding portrayal of a young man struggling with his life, during the years of the horrific Punjab insurgency. Sensitive and spectacular, both the film and Diljit's acting won multiple hearts and the film's a perfect counter to those who feel Diljit isn't a good serious actor.

3. Sardaar Ji
Sardaar Ji is a Punjabi comedy-drama movie featuring Diljit Dosanjh, Neeru Bajwa and Mandy Takhar in key roles. The movie showcases the story of Jaggi who a ghostbuster based out of Punjab who ends up for a project in London. A couple wants to get married in a palace that’s haunted and Jaggi came to the rescue for catching the ghost who is a desi woman. This movie also has some amazing Diljit songs that you can vibe along.

4. Udta Punjab
The movie that began Dilijit's journey in Bollywood, Udta Punjab is an unforgettable one. The film also featured Shahid Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Kareena Kapoor. Diljit played the role of ASI Sartaj Singh in Udta Punjab, which is based on the drug abuse by the youth in Punjab. The film was directed by Abhishek Chaubey and released in 2016.

5. Soorma
Directed by Shaad Ali, Soorma showed Diljit Dosanjh as former Indian national hockey team captain Sandeep Singh. The biographical sports released in 2018 and co-starred Angad Bedi and Taapsee Pannu. The film received mixed reviews from the film critics and performed well at the box office.


ADVERTISEMENT

Up Next

Happy Birthday Diljit Dosanjh: 5 must watch films of the singer-actor

Happy Birthday Diljit Dosanjh: 5 must watch films of the singer-actor

India’s Oscar Entry ‘Laapataa Ladies’ Out of the Race, Sparks Debate Over Selection Process

India’s Oscar Entry ‘Laapataa Ladies’ Out of the Race, Sparks Debate Over Selection Process

Popeye, Tintin enter public domain in 2025 along with novels from Faulkner, Hemingway

Popeye, Tintin enter public domain in 2025 along with novels from Faulkner, Hemingway

Diljit Dosanjh Declares 'No More Concerts in India,' Boycotts Shows Over Poor Infrastructure

Diljit Dosanjh Declares 'No More Concerts in India,' Boycotts Shows Over Poor Infrastructure

Tributes pour in as tabla maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain passes away at 73

Tributes pour in as tabla maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain passes away at 73

When Zakir Hussain reflected on his father's unique rhythmic prayers at his birth in a viral interview

When Zakir Hussain reflected on his father's unique rhythmic prayers at his birth in a viral interview

ADVERTISEMENT

editorji-whatsApp

More videos

Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain no more

Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain no more

Allu Arjun Granted Interim Bail in Hyderabad Stampede Case

Allu Arjun Granted Interim Bail in Hyderabad Stampede Case

Allu Arjun arrested over Hyderabad Pushpa 2 stampede tragedy

Allu Arjun arrested over Hyderabad Pushpa 2 stampede tragedy

'All We Imagine As Light' nominated for Best Foreign Language Film at Critics Choice Awards

'All We Imagine As Light' nominated for Best Foreign Language Film at Critics Choice Awards

Shah Rukh Khan wishes superstar Rajinikanth with a heartfelt birthday post

Shah Rukh Khan wishes superstar Rajinikanth with a heartfelt birthday post

Manoj Bajpayee Talks Hindi Cinema’s Evolution, OTT Hits, and South Cinema’s Dominance

Manoj Bajpayee Talks Hindi Cinema’s Evolution, OTT Hits, and South Cinema’s Dominance

Diljit Dosanjh Advised to Avoid Alcohol-Related Songs During Chandigarh Concert

Diljit Dosanjh Advised to Avoid Alcohol-Related Songs During Chandigarh Concert

Selena Gomez engaged to music producer Benny Blanco

Selena Gomez engaged to music producer Benny Blanco

Anurag Kashyap's Daughter Aaliyah Kashyap and Shane Gregoire Tie The Knot | See Pics

Anurag Kashyap's Daughter Aaliyah Kashyap and Shane Gregoire Tie The Knot | See Pics

Pushpa 2 Screening: Canteen Owner Bites Man's Ear Over Bill Dispute

Pushpa 2 Screening: Canteen Owner Bites Man's Ear Over Bill Dispute

Editorji Technologies Pvt. Ltd. © 2022 All Rights Reserved.