Diljit Dosanjh Starrer ‘Chamkila’ To Reopen The Unsolved Case
Last updated on July 25th, 2023 at 11:14 am
Diljit Dosanjh is appearing in the biopic of Punjab’s original rockstar Amar Singh Chamkila who was killed at the age of 27. But the case remained unsolved!
The upcoming Netflix original film “Chamkila” will shed light on the untold story of Amar Singh Chamkila, Punjab’s original rockstar.
Chamkila, who emerged from poverty, gained fame in the 1980s for his daring songs that captivated audiences.
However, his life was tragically cut short when he was assassinated at the age of 27, just minutes before a performance in Mehsampur, Punjab. The murder case remains unsolved to this day.
Amar Singh Chamkila, born as Dhani Ram on July 21, 1960, in Dugri village near Ludhiana, initially aspired to be an electrician before joining a cloth mill in Ludhiana.
He started his musical career in the early 80s, moving from band to band in search of fair pay and recognition. Eventually, he formed his own band called Chamkila and collaborated with singer Amarjot for duets.
Chamkila wrote his own songs, which often had suggestive themes and also commented on topics such as extramarital affairs, alcohol, and drug use. Their music gained popularity not only in Punjab but also among Punjabi communities living abroad.
On March 8, 1988, tragedy struck as Chamkila and Amarjot were gunned down by a gang of motorcyclists as they stepped out of their car.
Two other members of their band also lost their lives in the assassination. The case remained unresolved, with no arrests made.
Despite his short career, Chamkila remains one of Punjab’s most revered live-stage performers and holds the record for the highest number of album sales during his time.
His influence on Punjabi music is significant, with artists like Amit Trivedi referring to him as a legend and the Elvis of Punjab. British Indian musician Panjabi MC has also cited Chamkila as one of his musical inspirations.
The film “Chamkila” aims to bring Amar Singh Chamkila’s story to a wider audience and shed light on his life and tragic death.
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It will explore the immense popularity of his music, which society couldn’t ignore or dismiss, and commemorate his legacy as one of Punjab’s greatest musical icons.
