7 Unknown Facts About Amar Singh Chamkila

Apr 12, 2024

Artist Bio

Born on July 21, 1960, Amar Singh Chamkila had a deep passion for poetry writing from an early age. He was Punjab’s highest record selling artist.

Fame

The Late Punjabi Singer used to write his own song and become a household name after his first song “Takue Te Takua “.His stage name 'Chamkila' quickly gained traction and popularity.

Tragic End

At the age of 27, Amar Singh Chamkila and his wife stepped out of their car for a performance in Mehsampur, Punjab. In a brutal act of violence, they were shot down brutally in broad daylight.The case remained unsolved.

HIT Tracks

Songs like ‘Pehle Lalkare Naal’, ‘Talwar Main Kalgidhar Di’ and albums like ‘Jija Lak Minle’ and ‘Hikk Utte So Ja Ve’ are a few to name from the long list of his hits.

About His Songs

His songs talked about the habits of men in Punjab, drug abuse, extramarital relationships, and many taboo topics.He was called the ‘Elvis of Punjab’.

366 Shows

According to the reports in Chamkila’s biography ‘Awaz Mardi Nahin’, written by Gulzar Singh Shaunki, Amar Singh was so much in demand that there had been a time when he did 366 shows in 365 days.

New OTT Release

Netflix's Latest Biopic Gem Starring Diljit Dosanjh & Parineeti Chopra, Directed by Imtiaz Ali. Premiering April 12, 2024 . (All Images: Instagram/X)

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