12/12/2023
Amar Singh Chamkila (21 July 1960 – 8 March 1988) was young, talented and loved by masses, people were mad about his music, at the height of his career, Chamkila and his wife Amarjot were shot down, along with two members of their band on 8 March 1988, He was 27.
Amar Singh Chamkila is regarded as one of the best live stage performers that Punjab has ever produced and extremely popular with the village audience. Chamkila is generally regarded as one of the greatest and influential Punjabi artists of all time.
Chamkila's popularity soared, and he became a sensation in Punjabi music. Widely recognized as one of the greatest and most influential Punjabi artists of all time, Chamkila's music was deeply rooted in the rustic life of Punjab.
His songs delved into the intricacies of Punjabi culture, exploring themes such as extra-marital relationships, the rites of passage into adulthood, the nuances of drinking and drug use, and the fiery temperaments of Punjabi men. While some critics deemed his music obscene, supporters hailed it as a candid commentary on the realities of Punjab.
Chamkila's repertoire includes iconic hits like "Pehle Lalkare Naal" and devotional gems such as "Baba Tera Nankana" and "Talwar Main Kalgidhar Di." Among his notable compositions is "Jatt Di Dushmani," widely popularized by various Punjabi artists. The journey to fame commenced with his first-ever recorded song, "Takue Te Takua," establishing Chamkila as an enduring presence in the hearts of Punjabi music enthusiasts.
Imtiyaz Ali, the famous director is making a biopic on his life "Chamkila" staring Diljeet Dosanjh and Parneeti Chopra.