Diljeet Dosanjh to Play ‘Amar Singh Chamkila’ in his Biopic. Imtiaz Ali’s next directorial ‘Amar Singh Chamkila’ features Parineeti Chopra and Diljit Dosanjh in the lead roles.
This film is based on the renowned Punjabi singer Amar Singh Chamkila, whose life ended tragically in the 1980s. While Diljit will portray the titular character of Chamkila, Parineeti will be seen as Amarjot Kaur.
The Imtiaz Ali directorial is scheduled to release this Baisakhi and tells the story of Punjab’s original rockstar Amar Singh Chamkila, fondly referred to as the Elvis Presley of Punjab.
Now, in a recent interview, Imtiaz Ali has revealed why he insisted on casting both Diljit and Parineeti in their respective roles. Imtiaz told News18 Showsha, “It was mandatory for me to cast actors who are singers as well. It was important for them to sing live. This film wouldn’t have been possible without them.
It’s not like Diljit didn’t train a lot like Parineeti did but he does live singing and is used to it. They both recorded the songs after singing them live. The reason behind this is that I’ve never had singers singing live during a shot.
I thought that in case the live singing doesn’t work out, we can always use the recorded version and use it as playback like we usually do.”
He then appreciated both Diljit and Parineeti and added, “But the way Parineeti and Diljit sang live was a hundred times superior to what they recorded in a studio. Live singing has a magic of its own and we managed to capture it. What we recorded was a backup. The songs sung by them in the film have happened live on location like dialogue-speaking. There were no add-ons whatsoever.”
Diljeet Dosanjh to Play ‘Amar Singh Chamkila: Diljit Dosanjh and Parineeti Chopra, is set to release on April 12 on Netflix
The upcoming film Amar Singh Chamkila, starring Diljit Dosanjh and Parineeti Chopra, is set to release on April 12 on a leading OTT platform. Prior to the film’s release, the makers unveiled a song titled Ishq Mitaye from the movie.
Now, the makers have decided to treat the audience with a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the song, featuring Diljit Dosanjh, Parineeti Chopra, and Imtiaz Ali, the director of the film.
The song Ishq Mitaye, released in February, was sung by Mohit Chauhan and composed and produced by A. R. Rahman, receiving a positive response from the audience. The making video showcases Imtiaz Ali directing and interacting with the crew, including the main leads, highlighting the efforts put into the film.
Diljit Dosanjh had said, “Playing Amar Singh Chamkila has been one of the most challenging experiences of my life, and I am thrilled to be returning to Netflix with yet another exciting story. It has been a pleasure to work with Parineeti and the entire team that has worked extremely hard to bring this beautiful story to life.
To be able to sing to Rahman sir’s exemplary music was a meditative experience and I hope I have been able to do justice to his vision. Thank you, Imtiaz Bhajee, for believing in me for this role.”
Chamkila dil, Chamkili zubaan- MAIN HOON PANJAB! 🪕#IshqMitaye — song out tomorrow on Saregama Music YouTube Channel#AmarSinghChamkilaOnNetflix 12 April#ImtiazAli @Shibasishsarkar @mocho05 @NetflixIndia @CastingChhabra @saregamaglobal @rajnishkhanuja @ParineetiChopra… pic.twitter.com/cpfnbqGCxE
— DILJIT DOSANJH (@diljitdosanjh) February 28, 2024
Who was Amar Singh Chamkila?
Amar Singh Chamkila, often referred to simply as Chamkila, was a highly influential Punjabi singer, songwriter, and musician. He was born on July 21, 1960, in Dugri village, Punjab, India.
Chamkila gained widespread popularity in the 1980s with his unique style of singing which combined traditional Punjabi folk music with modern themes and lyrics that often depicted the harsh realities of life in Punjab.
Chamkila’s songs were known for their bold and sometimes controversial lyrics that addressed issues such as love, heartbreak, social injustices, and the struggles of everyday life. Despite facing criticism from some quarters for the explicit nature of his songs, Chamkila’s music resonated deeply with Punjabi audiences, and he became a cultural icon in the region.
Tragically, Chamkila’s life was cut short when he and his wife, Amarjot, were assassinated by unidentified gunmen in 1988, when he was just 27 years old. The exact motives behind his murder remain unclear, but his untimely death left a profound impact on the Punjabi music industry and his legacy continues to live on through his timeless songs, which are still celebrated by fans around the world.