Gavie Chahal is an Indian actor and model, who mainly works in Hindi and Punjabi films. He is known for playing the role of Captain Abrar (an ISI agent) in the Hindi film series ‘Ek Tha Tiger.’

Wiki/Biography

Gavie Chahal was born as Navdeepak Singh Chahal ^[1]Twitter – Gavie Chahal on Saturday, 11 November 1978 (age 45 years; as of 2023) in Village Ali Sher Khurd, Tehsil & District Mansa, Punjab, India. His zodiac sign is Scorpio. Up to class 7, he studied in a school in his village. His family then shifted to Patiala, where he completed his schooling.

Gavie Chahal while he was in class 10

From 1994 to 1997, he pursued graduation in mechanical engineering at Government Polytechnic College, Batala, Punjab. ^[2]Instagram – Gavie Chahal

Physical Appearance

^[3]The Times of India Height: 6′ 3″

Weight (approx.): 70 kg

Hair Colour: Black

Eye Colour: Dark Brown

Body Measurements (approx.): Chest 42″, Waist 32″, Biceps 15″

Family

He belongs to a Jat Sikh family. ^[4]Ghaint Punjab

Parents & Siblings

His father, Gurdev Singh Chahal, was a retired principal, who passed away on 18 November 2017. His mother, Daljit Kaur, worked as a teacher. He has two sisters, and one of his sisters’ name is Sarabjeet Kaur.

Gavie Chahal with his parents

Wife & Children

Every year on 2 February, he celebrates his marriage anniversary. His son, Fateh Singh, worked as a child actor in the Hindi film ‘Laal Singh Chaddha.’

Gavie Chahal with his wife

Gavie Chahal with his son

Autograph

Gavie Chahal’s autograph

Career

Model

In 2000, he participated in the Mr Punjab pageant and won the title. He then appeared in various print advertisements and photoshoots of brands like Volkswagen, Tata Motors, Gili Diamonds, Prestige, Radio Mirchi, and IDBI Bank. He has appeared in TV commercials for various brands like Hyundai Santro, Classic Diamond Jewellers, and Axis Bank.

Music Video

In the early 2000s, he made his Punjabi music video debut with the song “Jattan De Putt Sadhu Ho Gaye.” He has appeared in more than 60 Punjabi music videos including “Aaja Tujhe Pyar Karu” (2017; by Shakti Rajpoot & Neha Sharma), “Kissani Yodhe” (2021; by Gavie Chahal), and “Escobar” (2022; by Jaggi Amargarh).

Aaja Tujhe Pyar Karu

Film

Punjabi

In 2005, he made his Punjabi film debut with ‘Yaaran Naal Baharan’ in which he played the role of Deep’s friend.

Yaaran Naal Baharan

Some of his other Punjabi films are ‘Mehndi Wale Hath’ (2006), ‘Majajan’ (2008), ‘Pinky Moge Wali’ (2012), and ‘Saada Jawai NRI’ (2013).

Sada Jawai NRI

Hindi

In 2012, he made his Hindi film debut with ‘Ek Tha Tiger’ as captain Abrar.

A picture of Gavie Chahal from the film Ek Tha Tiger

He has appeared in a few other Hindi films like ‘Hum Sab Ullu Hain’ (2015), ‘Tiger Zinda Hai’ (2017), ‘Yeh Hai India’ (2017), ‘Haunted Hills’ (2020), and ‘Tiger 3’ (2023).

Hum Sab Ullu Hain

Television

In 2005, Gavie made his Hindi TV serial debut with the popular serial ‘Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi’ (2005; Star Plus) in a cameo appearance.

Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi

Some of his other Hindi TV serials are ‘Mohe Rang De’ (2008; Colors TV), ‘Maharaja Ranjit Singh’ (2010; DD National), ‘Mrs. Kaushik Ki Paanch Bahuein’ (2011; Zee TV), and ‘RadhaKrishn’ (2018; Star Bharat).

Gavie Chahal on the sets of RadhaKrishn

Other Work

He has also appeared as a judge in the 2013 Punjabi TV show ‘Big Fame Star,’ which aired on Spark TV. Gavie has judged various pageants like Mr Punjab 2017 and Miss PTC Punjabi 2022.

Gavie Chahal as judge in Mr Punjab

He owns a film production company named Gavie Chahal Films. He has also started a YouTube channel of his production house.

Gavie Chahal’s YouTube channel

Awards & Honours

• 2012: Won 20th JAI National Award by Journalists Association of India for Ek Tha Tiger
  

  Gavie Chahal receiving the JAI National Award by the Journalists Association of India

• 2012: Honoured by Parkash Singh Badal
  

  Gavie Chahal being honoured

• 2013: Nominated for Best Actor Award in the Punjabi Film Awards for Pinki Moge Waali

• 2018: An award by the Economic Times
  

  Gavie Chahal receiving an award

• 2018: Honoured with a sword by The Mahaan Keertan Darbar- Punjabi Global Foundation (Gurpreet Chadha), SGPC Amritsar
  

  Gavie Chahal being honoured with a sword

Bike Collection

• Royal Enfield
  

  Gavie Chahal with his motorcycle

• Harley Davidson
  

  Gavie Chahal with his Harley Davidson motorcycle

Car Collection

• Škoda
  

  Gavie Chahal posing with his car

• Audi
  

  Gavie Chahal with his car

Tattoo

On his right bicep- Fish with Ying Yang

Gavie Chahal’s tattoo

Facts/Trivia

• While he was studying in school and college, he played in various matches of kabbadi, basketball, and volleyball. He has played kabbadi at the national level and basketball at the state level.

• He has participated in various celebrity cricket matches of the Celebrity Cricket League (Punjab De Sher team) and Box Cricket League (Punjab Royal Patiyali team).
  

  Gavie Chahal with the Punjab De Sher team

• While he was pursuing his graduation, he was the captain of the North Zone Cultural Centre bhangra team.

• After completing graduation, he served the Punjab Police for a few years. ^[5]The Times of India

• He has provided aid to various social welfare campaigns.

 

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• In 2021, he supported the protests by the farmers in Punjab.
  

  Gavie Chahal supporting farmers’ protest

• He is a spiritual person and often visits nearby gurudwaras.
  

  Gavie Chahal at the Golden Temple

• Gavie Chahal follows a non-vegetarian diet. ^[6]YouTube – Channel Punjab His favourite dishes are chicken and kheer.

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Yograj Singh is an Indian actor and a former cricketer. He predominantly works in Punjabi films. He is also known for his work in the Hindi films ‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag’ (2013) and ‘Singh is Bling’ (2015).

Wiki/Biography

Yograj Singh was born on Tuesday, 25 March 1958 (age 65 years; as of 2023)  in the village Kanech, district Ludhiana, Punjab, India. His zodiac sign is Aries. Yograj Singh resides in Chandigarh.

Physical Appearance

Height (approx.): 5′ 10″

Weight (approx.): 85 kg

Hair Colour: Gray

Eye Colour: Dark Brown

Family

Parents & Siblings

Yograj Singh’s father, Bhag Singh Bundhel, served as a Senior Superintendent of Police in Punjab in British India. His mother, Gurnam Kaur, was a homemaker.

Yograj Singh’s parents

Wife & Children

Yograj Singh married twice. His first marriage was with Shabnam. The couple got blessed with two sons, Yuvraj Singh and Zoravar Singh. Yuvraj Singh is a renowned Indian cricketer who is married to British actress and model Hazel Keech. Later, Yograj Singh and Shabnam got divorced.

(Left to right) Zoravar Singh, Yograj Singh, Hazel Keech, Yuvraj Singh, Amarjeet Kaur, and Victor Yograj Singh

Yograj Singh’s second marriage was with the Punjabi actress Neena Bundhel (also goes by the name Satveer Kaur). The couple got blessed with a son, Victor Yograj Singh, and a daughter, Amarjeet Kaur.

Yograj Singh with his second wife, Neena Bundhel

Religion

Yograj Singh follows Sikhism. He is an avid devotee of Baba Deep Singh and often visits Gurdawara Talhan Sahib, situated in Jalandhar, Punjab.

Yograj Singh seeking blessings at Gurudwara Talhan Sahib

Career

Cricket

Domestic

First-Class Matches

Yograj Singh played seven first-class matches in which he took 13 wickets.

International

One Day International (ODI)

In 1980, Yograj Singh was selected for the Australia-New Zealand tour, where he made his ODI debut against New Zealand, held in Brisbane. He played six ODIs in his cricket career and took 4 wickets in five innings that he played.

(Left to right) Sitting: Anonymous, Chetan Chauhan, S Gavaskar, G Vishwanath, S Kirmani, Anonymous. Standing 1st Row: Kapil Dev, K Ghavri, K Azad, Anonymous, Yograj Singh, R Binny. 2nd Row: S Patil, D Doshi, Dilip Vengsarkar, Anonymous, Yashpal Sharma, Shivlal Yadav

Test Match

Yograj Singh made his test debut against New Zealand which was held in Wellington in 1981. He took the wicket of John Wright.

Actor

Punjabi Films

Yograj Singh made his acting debut with the Punjabi film ‘Batwara’ in 1983. He played the role of Jarnail in the film. In 2018, Yograj Singh was cast in ‘Sajjan Singh Rangroot’ in which he played the role of Zorawar.

Yograj Singh (centre) in a still from the film ‘Sajjan Singh Rangroot’

Yograj Singh was part of the 2022 release ‘Shareek 2’ in which he played the role of Bhupinder Singh.

Yograj Singh’s film ‘Shareek 2’

Hindi Films

In 2013, Yograj Singh was cast in ‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag,’ a film based on the life of Indian Olympian Milkha Singh, in which Yograj played the role of Ranveer Singh (Indian coach).

Yograj Singh and Farhan Akhtar (left) in a still from the film ‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag’

In 2015, Yograj Singh starred in the film ‘Singh is Bling,’ which was directed by Prabhu Deva. Yograj played the role of Raftaar’s father.

Yograj Singh with Akshay Kumar (right) during the promotions of ‘Singh is Bling’

Politics

In 2009, Yograj Singh contested the Haryana assembly elections on a ticket of the Indian National Lok Dal. He lost to Devender Kumar Bansal by a margin of 12230 votes.

Controversies

Yograj Singh Was Involved In Jessica Lal’s Murder Case

In 2001, Yograj Singh was arrested due to his involvement in the murder case of Jessica Lal, a renowned model and barmaid. Even after receiving multiple judicial summons from the Delhi High Court, Yograj Singh failed to appear in the court proceedings, for which he was taken into custody. Yograj Singh was granted bail on 24 September 2001. ^[1]The Times of India

A Critic of Mahendra Singh Dhoni

Yograj Singh blamed Mahendra Singh Dhoni for kicking out Yuvraj Singh from the Indian squad of the 2015 World Cup. ^[2]Dainik Savera In an interview, Yograj Singh said,

Many have backstabed him and it hurts.”

Besides Dhoni, Yograj Singh blames Virat Kohli, Ravi Shastri, and the BCCI selectors for not supporting Yuvraj Singh and kicking him out of the Indian team for the 2015 world cup.

A Critic of Kapil Dev

In 2012, Yograj Singh blamed Kapil Dev for cutting his cricket career short by not supporting him enough and not including him in the Indian squad for the 1983 Cricket World Cup. ^[3]ABP News

Imprisoned for Road Accident

In 2004, Yograj Singh was sentenced to 6 months imprisonment in a case of road accident in Chandigarh. He was booked for causing multiple injuries to a man by hitting his scooter from behind. He was later fined and released on bail. ^[4]The Times of India

Arrested for Family Brawl

In 2014, Yograj Singh was arrested by the Haryana Police for creating a ruckus in the late hours of the night against a parking space in Panchkula. He was booked for trespassing and criminal intimidation. He was later released on bail. ^[5]The Economic Times

Awards

• In 2017, Yograj Singh won the Lifetime Achievement Award at Filmfare Awards Punjabi.

• In 2023, Yograj Singh won the Lifetime Achievement Award in Melbourne, Australia, for promoting and contributing to sports at a global level.
  

  Yograj Singh receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award in Australia

Favourites

• Movie: ‘Maula Jatt’ (1979)

• Actor: Mustafa Qureshi

Facts/Trivia

• Yograj Singh gifted a car to his son Yuvraj Singh after he won the 2000 Under-19 Cricket World Cup and was awarded the ‘Man of the Tournament Award.’

• Yograj Singh trained Arjun Tendulkar for 15 days before his Ranji Trophy match in 2022.
  

  Yograj Singh with Arjun Tendulkar (left)

• Yograj Singh supported the Indian Farmers’ Protest held in 2020, and he often visited the protest site.
  

  Yograj Singh at Farmer’s protest site in Delhi

• During his cricket career, Yograj Singh earned the name ‘ The Dragon Singh.’

• Yograj Singh has provided cricket training to more than 5000 players. ^[6]Yograj Singh Cricket

• Yograj Singh was the coach of Indian cricketers Yuvraj Singh, Taniya Bhatia, and Manan Vohra.

• Yograj Singh runs a cricket academy, ‘Yograj Singh Cricket Academy,’ at DAV College, Chandigarh.
  

  Yograj Singh (in blue T-shirt) at his cricket academy in Chandigarh

• Yograj Singh is a fitness enthusiast and often shares pictures of him in the gym.
  

  Yograj Singh during his gym session

• Yograj Singh is a dog lover and often shares pictures of his pet on social media.
  

  Yograj Singh with his pet dog, Gucci

• Yograj Singh’s cricket career ended due to injury.

• Yograj Singh threw Yuvraj Singh’s skating gold medal as he wanted him to pursue cricket.

• Yograj Singh’s father was against him playing cricket.

• Yograj Singh directed a few Punjabi movies, like ‘Jatt Punjab Da’ (1992), ‘Vichhora’ (1994), and ‘Yaar Maar’ (1997).

• In 2014, Yograj Singh was diagnosed with cancer in his vocal cords, which was later cured. ^[7]Hindustan Times

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Gitaj Bindrakhia is an Indian actor and singer, who predominantly works in the Punjabi entertainment industry. He is the son of the legendary Punjabi singer Surjit Bindrakhia.

Wiki/Biography

Gitaz Bindrakhia, also known as Gitaj Bains, was born on Wednesday, 3 July 1991 (age 32 years; as of 2023) in Ropar, Punjab, India. His zodiac sign is Cancer.

Gitaj Bindrakhia childhood image

He attended Yadavindra Public School in Mohali for his primary and secondary education. He completed his graduation at a college in Chandigarh. He grew up watching his father sing and himself developed an interest in music. He began performing on stage when he was too young.

Gitaj Bindrakhia performing on stage in childhood

Physical Appearance

Height (approx.): 5′ 10″

Weight (approx.): 77 kg

Hair Colour: Black

Eye Colour: Dark Brown

Body Measurements (approx.): Chest: 42″, Waist: 32″, Biceps: 16″

Family & Caste

Gitaj Bindrakhia belongs to a Jatt (Bains) Sikh family.

Parents & Siblings

Gitaj Bindrakhia was born to Surjit Bindrakhia and Preet Bains. Surjit Bindrakhia was a legendary Punjabi singer who passed away in 2003. Preet Bains is a homemaker.

Surjit Bindrakhia and Preet Bains’s photo from their marriage in 1990

Gitaj Bindrakhia with his mother

Gitaj Bindrakhia has a sister, Minaz Bindrakhia, who lives in Canada.

Gitaj Bindrakhia with his sister, Minaz (centre), and mother, Preet Bains

Wife

Gitaj Bindrakhia is unmarried.

Career

Singer

Gitaj Bindrakhia made his singing debut in 2010 with the song ‘Tere Bajhon Bindrakhia,’ which was a tribute to his late father. He released a song, ‘Jind Mahi,’ in 2012, which was a huge hit and was loved worldwide.

Gitaj Bindrakhia in a still from his song ‘Jind Mahi’

In 2014, Gitaj sang the song ‘The Return of Bindrakhia’ which was again a tribute to his father. The song became very popular as Gitaj resembled his father’s voice and singing style. In 2021, Gitaj released the song ‘Gal Baap Di,’ which was dedicated to his father, Surjit Bindrakhia. The song became very popular, gaining 5.2 million views on YouTube within a few days of its release.

Gitaj Bindrakhia with his mother Preet Kamal in a still from the song ‘Gall Baap Di’

He has sung many Punjabi songs like ‘Pasand Jatt Di’ (2016), ‘Jhooth’ (2017), ‘Doesn’t Matter – Timberland’ (2018), ‘Omg’ (2019), and ‘Do You Mind’ (2020).

Gitaj Bindrakhia in a still from the music video of the Punjabi song Jhooth

Actor

Gitaj Bindrakhia made his acting debut with the Punjabi film ‘Just U & Me’ in 2013 in which he played the lead role. The movie also starred the Punjabi actors Priyal Ghor, Jaswinder Bhalla, Sanjay Mishra, and Manoj Pahwa.

Gitaj Bindrakhia in a still from his debut film, ‘Just U & Me’

After almost 9 years, Gitaj Bindrakhia was cast in the film ‘Moh,’ which was released in 2022. The film was directed by Jagdeep Sidhu and also featured the actors Sargun Mehta and Amrit Amby. Gitaj played the role of Rabbi in the film.

Gitaj Bindrakhia with Sargun Mehta in a still from their film ‘Moh’

In 2023, Gitaj Bindrakhia was cast in ‘Godday Godday Chaa,’ which was directed by Vijay Kumar Arora and written by Jagdeep Sidhu. The film also featured actors like Sonam Bajwa, Tania, and Nirmal Rishi. Gitaj played the role of Bagga in the film. The film was a box office hit.

Gitaj Bindrakhia on the sets on his film ‘Godday Godday Chaa’

Other Work

Gitaj Bindrakhia often performs live at concerts in India and abroad.

Gitaj Bindrakhia singing live during a concert in UK

Tattoos & Piercings

Tattoos

Gitaj has got ‘Ek Onkar’ inked on his left hand. He has also got ‘Bindrakhia’ inked in Punjabi on his left arm.

Gitaj Bindrakhia’s left hand tattoo

Gitaj Bindrakhia’s tattoo

Piercing

Gitaj Bindrakhia has got both his ears pierced.

Gitaj Bindrakhia’s ear piercing

Bike Collection

Gitaj Bindrakhia owns a Harley Davidson bike.

Gitaj Bindrakhia posing with his bike

Car Collection

He owns a Mitsubishi Pajero which was earlier owned by his father. He also owns a BMW.

Gitaj Bindrakhia with his father’s car

Favourites

• Cuisine: Indian

• Singer(s): Kuldeep Manak, Gurdas Maan, Sardool Sikander

• Actor: Salman Khan

Facts/Trivia

• His family and friends lovingly call him Taj.

• Gitaj Bindrakhia was quoted saying in an interview that he wouldn’t have been in the industry if his father was alive.

• Gitaj Bindrakhia loves dogs and owns three pet dogs named Zaif, Tyga, and Jack. He often shares pictures with his pets on social media. He also had two pet dogs named Fostu and Rio Bindrakhia.
  

  Gitaj Bindrakhia with his pet dog ‘Tyga’

• Gitaj Bindrakhia loves travelling in his leisure time.

• Gitaj Bindrakhia is a fitness enthusiast and goes to the gym regularly.
  

  Gitaj Bindrakhia during his workout session

• Gitaj Bindrakhia was a part of a bhangra group in his school.

• Gitaj Bindrakhia considers the Punjabi singer Jordan Sandhu his brother.
  

  Gitaj Bindrakhia with Jordan Sandhu (right) and their pets

• In an interview, Gitaj Bindrakhia revealed that he was about to move to Canada permanently before he bagged a role in the Punjabi film ‘Moh’ in 2022.

• Gitaj Bindrakhia loves farming and often visits his village Bindrakh when he gets time.

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Rubina Bajwa is a Canada-born Indian actress who is best known for her roles in Punjabi films like Sargi (2017) Laavaan Phere (2018), Laiye Je Yaarian (2019), and Munda Hi Chahida (2019). Her sister Neeru Bajwa is a famous name in the Punjabi film Industry.

Wiki/Bio

Rubina Bajwa was born on Monday, 24 February 1986 (37 Years old; as of 2023) in the Vancouver City of British Columbia, Canada. Her Zodiac sign is Pisces. She grew up in Vancouver along with her 2 sisters, Neeru Bajwa and Sabrina Bajwa, and a brother, Sohail Bajwa.

Rubina Bajwa with her sister Neeru Bajwa driving a toy car in her childhood

Physical Appearance

Height (approx.): 5′ 6″

Weight (approx.): 60 kg

Hair Colour: Black

Eye Colour: Black

Figure Measurements (approx.): 32-28-32

Family

Parents & Siblings

Her father’s name is Jaswant Bajwa, and her mother’s name is Surinder Bajwa.

Rubina Bajwa’s father and sister

Rubina Bajwa and her mother

Rubina has two sisters, Neeru Bajwa who is a prominent figure in Punjabi Film Industry, and Sabrina Bajwa who designs clothes. She has a younger brother, Sohail Bajwa.

Rubina Bajwa and her brother Sohail Bajwa

Rubina Bajwa (right) with her sister Sabrina Bajwa

Rubina Bajwa (in red T-shirt) with her parents and siblings

Husband & Children

Rubina Bajwa got married to Gurbaksh Chahal, an Indian-American internet entrepreneur, on 26 October 2022 in Mexico. It was a private ceremony as per the Sikh rituals.

Rubina Bajwa’s wedding photo

Relationships/Affairs

Rubina and Gurbaksh Chahal started dating in 2019. The couple announced their engagement and expected wedding date in July 2022.

Religion

She follows Sikhism.

Rubina Bajwa at Golden Temple

Career

Rubina began her career as a Punjabi actress in 2017 with the Punjabi film Sargi as Sargi, which was directed by her sister Neeru Bajwa.

Rubina Bajwa in a still from the Punjabi film Sargi

She then Played many characters in Punjabi Film Industry like Neetu in Laavaan Phere (2018), Jaanpreet in Laiye Je Yaarian (2019), and as Rani in Munda Hi Chahida (2019). She has worked with many famous Punjabi stars like Harish Verma, Roshan Prince, and Jassie Gill.

Rubina Bajwa in a still from the Punjabi film Munda Hi Chahida

She has also shared screen with her sisters for a song in her movie Munda Hi Chahida.

Rubina Bajwa in a still from the Punjabi movie Beautiful Billo

Awards

Rubina won Best female debut actress for her movie Sargi at PTC Punjabi Film Awards in 2018.

Rubina Bajwa receiving Best female debut actress award at PTC Punjabi Film Awards

Favourites

• Food: Pizza & Macaroni

• Singer(s): Diljit Dosanjh, Jassie Gill, Amrinder Gill

Facts/Trivia

• In an interview, she talked about her nickname and said,
  

  My mother calls me Rukku.”

• In 2017, she featured in the music video of the song ‘Rondi Tere Layi,’ which was sung by Babbal Rai.

• She is a dog lover and loves to posts picture of her fur baby on social media.
  

  Rubina Bajwa with her dog

• Rubina loves to go for shopping, watching movies, and travelling.
  

  Rubina Bajwa with her mother while on a vacation

• She is good friends with the Bollywood star Bhumi Pednekar.
  

  Rubina Bajwa (extreme left) with Bollywood actress Bhumi Pednekar in a party

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Shilpa Dhar is an Indian actress, model, writer, celebrity tarot card reader, and astrologer, who has appeared in several Punjabi films and TV shows. She is best known to continue the legacy of late celebrity astrologer P. Khurrana. ^[1]The Times of India

Wiki/Biography

Shilpa Dhar aka Shilpa Dhar Khurana ^[2]The Tribune was born on October 28 in Srinagar, Kashmir Valley. ^[3]Instagram – Shilpa Dhar

Shilpa Dhar’s childhood picture

She has done her schooling at St Marie’s Convent School in Dehradun and Jammu. After that, she did B-Tech in IT from Chandigarh. ^[4]Instagram – Shilpa Dhar

Physical Appearance

Height (approx.): 5′ 8″

Weight (approx.): 55 kg

Hair Colour: Black with golden brown highlights

Eye Colour: Dark Brown

Figure Measurements (approx.): 34-28-34

Tattoos

She has tattoos near her both wrists.

Tattoo near her right wrist

Tattoo near her left wrist

Family

Shilpa and her family are Kashmiri Pandits. ^[5]Punjab Kesari

Shilpa Dhar’s family

Parents & Siblings

Shilpa Dhar with her mother

Her brother’s name is Gopala Dhar.

Shilpa Dhar with her brother

Husband & Children

She is unmarried.

Signature/Autograph

Shilpa Dhar’s signature

Career

Modelling

She started her career in 2007 in Chandigarh after the completion of her studies. She has walked several ramp shows and endorsed several brands.

Music Videos

She appeared in various Punjabi music videos with famous singers like Lakhwinder Wadali, Kaler Kanth, and many more.

Television

In 2013, she made her television debut by playing the dual role of Sundari and Shoma in the TV show Oye Jassie which was aired on Disney Channel India.

Oye Jassie (2013)

Later on, in 2017, she appeared in the TV show Rudra Ke Rakshak which was aired on Big Magic and Zee5.

Film

She made a debut in the Punjabi film industry with the film Sirphire (2012) in which she played the role of Ria.

Sirphire (2012)

Her other Pubjani films include Desi Romeos (2012), Lucky Di Unlucky Story (2013), Channa Mereya (2017), and Son of Manjeet Singh (2018).

Direction and Singing

In 2019, she was featured in the song Jungle Jungle which was directed, produced, sung, and written by Shilpa. The song was done under the banner of Venus Music.

Jungle Jungle

Her other single track includes “Queenn.”

Tarot Card Reading and Astrology

Shilpa Dhar is an expert Celebrity Tarot Card reader and astrologer.

Tarot Card Reader Shilpa Dhar

Famous celebrity astrologer late P. Khurrana passed his legacy to Shilpa Dhar in 2021 as he considered her the perfect one to continue his legacy. According to him, she has passed all the tough examinations of a Guru and thus qualified herself to carry on the responsibility and duties. ^[6]The Times of India

Awards, Honours, Achievements

• Top 50 Influential Author’s Award 2018

Favourites

• Drink(s): Tea, Coffee, Coconut Water

Facts/Trivia

• Shilpa is a yoga expert and often performs yoga to maintain her fitness. ^[7]Instagram – Shilpa Dhar

• She is often invited as a special guest judge on various occasions and events. ^[8]Instagram – Shilpa Dhar

• Shilpa is an environmentalist and is often seen plating trees with her loved ones on various occasions. ^[9]Instagram – Shilpa Dhar

• In 2020, Shilpa wrote a book “7 Lessons Cinema Taught Me: Living Fossils.” ^[10]Instagram – Shilpa Dhar Her other two books include “Falling for Love Again” and “The Heart’s Planet.” Till 2023, she has written four books.

• She loves to get nail art done on various occasions. ^[11]Instagram – Shilpa Dhar

• She is a trained guitarist. ^[12]Instagram – Shilpa Dhar

• In an interview, Shilpa revealed that when she was studying in college, someone asked her to try acting and her first music video won the title of best song of the year. That’s how she entered the world of glamour. She started assisting in the shooting of the films and that is how she was able to grab Babu Maan’s Desi Romeoes and Jacky Shroff’s Lucky Di Unlucky Story.” ^[13]Instagram – Shilpa Dhar After that, she shifted to Mumbai to explore other opportunities in the entertainment field.

• Shilpa is a trained dancer, painter, writer, and many more. She doesn’t feel like restricting her career to a single field. Out of all the options, she loves to do writing and acting. Acting in TV shows doesn’t attract her she believes that while doing the TV shows, the artists restrict themselves to just home and studios. Life becomes monotonous while acting in films brings the opportunities to travel to new places. ^[14]Instagram – Shilpa Dhar

• She considers both writing and acting as food for her life. ^[15]Instagram – Shilpa Dhar

• Shilpa was born in Srinagar, Kashmir Valley. She was just three years old when her home was burnt by the terrorist. After that, she along with her family left her home in Kashmir. She does miss her motherland and that’s one of the main reasons why she writes. ^[16]Instagram – Shilpa Dhar

• She is an ardent follower of Sai Baba and she says that she owes her entire life to Sai Baba. ^[17]Instagram – Shilpa Dhar

• Shilpa is an expert tarot card reader and astrologer. She often shares several videos related to astrology remedies on her various social media accounts. ^[18]Facebook – Shilpa Dhar

• Celebrity astrologer Pandit P. Khurrana while passing his legacy to Shilpa Dhir in 2021, blessed her with a shawl as a token. ^[19]The Times of India

• According to Shilpa, one of the most challenging roles she did was a dual role she played in the TV Show Oye Jassie where she had to wear artificial teeth and was taken to the dentist to fix them with a laser. Those artificial teeth were supposed to be removed daily after the pack-up. ^[20]The Tribune

• In another interview, she expressed her desire to play the role of a physically challenged person. ^[21]The Tribune

• She has another Instagram handle with the name “astroindia9” where she shares several vastu and astrological tips with her followers and devotees.

• Shilpa added the surname of her Guru P. Khurrana to her name. Now, she is known as Shilpa Dhar Khurana. She believes that her Guru has given meaning to her life. ^[22]The Tribune

• She is a fitness enthusiast and often visits the gym to maintain her fitness. ^[23]Instagram – Shilpa Dhar

• She has a YouTube channel with the name “Shilpa Dhar Music” where she shares several videos. ^[24]YouTube – Shilpa Dhar Music

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Kirandeep Rayat is an Indian actor and model, who mainly works in the Punjabi entertainment industry.

Wiki/Biography

Kirandeep Rayat was born on Sunday, 20 June 1982 (age 41 years; as of 2023) in New Delhi. He did his schooling at St. Marks Sen. Sec. Public school. He then pursued his graduation in electrical engineering at Guru Teg Bahadur Engineering College, Delhi.

Physical Appearance

Height: 178cm

Appearance: Athletic

Family

Parents & Siblings

His father’s name is S. Sukhdev Singh Rayat, and his mother’s name is Sdn. Maya Kaur. He has two elder sisters.

Wife

He is married.

Relationships/Affairs

He does not have any affairs.

Career

Actor

In 2022, he appeared in the Punjabi film ‘Jindra.’

Jindra

Here are the links to his film Jindra:

• https://chaupal.tv/movie/movie-01pb-main-jindra-video/acdaac70-fbd2-4dd9-8b5b-88f3de8a1d83/watch/032dc561-1157-46c8-9998-0b84eba6859f

• https://www.binged.com/streaming-premiere-dates/jindra-punjabi-film-streaming-online-watch/

• https://www.trendpunjabi.com/jindra-movie-2022/

• https://punjabipollywood.com/jindra-movie/

• https://chaupal.tv/movie/movie-01pb-main-jindra-video/acdaac70-fbd2-4dd9-8b5b-88f3de8a1d83

In 2023, he acted in the Punjabi film ‘Saunh Mitti Di.’

Saunh Mitti Di

Links to watch his film are:

• https://chaupal.tv/movie/movie-main-01pb-saunh-mitti-di-video/4319a959-d8b9-4663-a875-2d42c9167e3e

• https://chaupal.tv/movie/movie-main-01pb-saunh-mitti-di-video/4319a959-d8b9-4663-a875-2d42c9167e3e/watch/d811291d-7459-4bcd-a176-fc25a336fc27

• https://punjabipollywood.com/saunh-mitti-di-movie/

• https://www.binged.com/streaming-premiere-dates/saunh-mitti-di-streaming-online-watch/

Songs of his films are available on various sites. Some of such links are:

• https://music.apple.com/ug/album/maa-meriyan-from-the-movie-jindra-single/1604251557

• https://soundcloud.com/sarabjeetphull/jindra-title-track-from-the

Model

He has worked as a brand ambassador for various brands like Powerpack Home Appliances Co. His creative videos on social media platforms specially TikTok made him quite famous. He has also featured in a Punjabi song “Depend” by Barrel.

Car Collection

• Yellow Mustang GT

• White Mercedes GLS

• Mahindra Thar

• Toyota Fortuner and many more
  

  Kirandeep Rayat with his cars

Tattoo

He does not have any tattoos.

Favourites

• Actor: Hrithik Roshan

• Actress: Alia Bhatt

• Male Singer: Daler Mehndi

• Female Singer: Richa Sharma

• Colour: All Colours

• Sports: F1 Racing

• Holiday Country: Prague

• Food: PAN Asian

Facts/Trivia

• Kirandeep Rayat won many titles in dance and plays during his schooling and college days.

• His hobbies are acting, working out, and learning new things.

• His social media links are:

1. https://www.facebook.com/kirandeepSinghrayat
2. https://www.instagram.com/kirandeep_rayat_/
3. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD3BPRdnSTtnzAU0c92Xh6g/featured
4. https://www.snapchat.com/add/kirandeep_rayat?share_id=dgHKIi0S9ow&locale=en-GB
5. https://www.kirandeeprayat.com/

• Here is Kirandeep Rayat’s interview.

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Surilie Gautam is a Punjabi film and television actress. Surilie is the daughter of Punjabi film director Mukesh Gautam and the younger sister of Bollywood actress Yami Gautam.

Wiki/Biography

Surilie Gautam was born on Tuesday, 3 April 1990 (age 33 years; as of 2023) in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India. Her family shifted to Chandigarh after her grandfather opened a school for underprivileged children in Chandigarh. She did her schooling at Yadavindra Public School, Mohali, and went on to graduate from SD College, Chandigarh. She also holds a degree in Media and Event Management from the Indian School of Media, Mumbai.

Surilie in her childhood

Physical Appearance

Height (approx.): 5′ 5″

Weight (approx.): 55 kg

Hair Colour: Black

Eye Colour: Brown

 Figure Measurements (approx.): 33-27-33

Family

Parents & Siblings

Surilie’s father, Mukesh Gautam, is a Punjabi film director. He is the vice president of the PTC Punjabi channel. Her mother’s name is Anjali Gautam. Surilie has an elder sister, Yami Gautam, a Bollywood actress. She has a younger brother, Ojas Gautam.

Surilie Gautam With family

Surilie’s childhood picture with her sister and brother

Husband & Children

Surilie Gautam tied the knot with Jasraj Singh Bhatti, an Indian actor, internationally award-winning filmmaker, cartoonist, and entrepreneur, in November 2013 in Chandigarh. The couple is blessed with a boy named Saibhang Singh Bhatti.

Surilie with her Husband

Religion

She follows Hinduism.

Career

Film

Surilie started her acting career with the Punjabi film ‘Power Cut’ (2012).

She acted as ‘Bhaggo’ in the Punjabi comedy film ‘Shava Ni Girdhari Lal’(2021). She also appeared in the Punjabi film ‘Posti'(2022).

 

Television

Surilie Gautam made her television debut in 2008 with Sony India’s Meet Mila De Rabba as ‘Geet.’

Surilie in ‘Meet Milade Rabba’

Favorites

• Restaurant: Nik Baker’s in Chandigarh

• Actors: Tom Cruise, Leonardo DiCaprio, Shahid Kapoor

• Actresses: Kangana Ranaut, Madhuri Dixit, Katrina Kaif, Anushka Sharma, Emma Stone, Jennifer Lawrence

• Bollywood Films: Hum Apke Hain Koun…!(1994), Maine Pyaar Kiya…!(1989).

• Hollywood Films: Harry Potter (2002), Titanic (1997), Baby’s Day Out (1994), Mission Impossible 4 (2011)

• Director: Imtiaz Ali

• TV Shows: Bigg Boss (Indian), How I Met Your Mother, Friends, and Man vs. Wild (American)

• Musicians: Mohit Chauhan, Yo Yo Honey Singh, A.R. Rahman, Britney Spears, Akon, Akcent, Shakira

• Books: The Secret by Rhonda Byrne, Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling, Love Story by Erich Segal

Facts/Trivia

• Surilie’s nickname is ‘Shilli.’

• Surilie Gautam is the daughter-in-law of the famous Punjabi comedian Late Jaspal Singh Bhatti.
  

  Surilie with her husband and father-in-law

• She is a pet lover.

Ayushi

Naresh Kathooria is an Indian film writer, producer, and actor known for his work in Indian Punjabi films. He has written various super-hit Indian Punjabi films such as ‘Carry On Jatta’ (series), ‘Lucky Di Unlucky Story’ (2013), and ‘Chandigarh Amritsar Chandigarh’ (2019). In 2023, he wrote the script and dialogues of the film ‘Carry on Jatta 3.’

Wiki/Biography

Naresh Kathooria was born on 26 July in Giddarbaha, Muktsar, Punjab. He received his bachelor’s degree from DAV College, Bathinda, Punjab. He later pursued M.A. in Theatre and Television at Punjabi University, Patiala. ^[1]Hindustan Times

A teenage photograph of Naresh Kathooria

Physical Appearance

Height (approx.): 5′ 8″

Hair Colour: Light Ash Blonde

Eye Colour: Brown

Family

Parents & Siblings

His father, Ramesh Kumar, was a businessman. He died in 2019, after suffering from a lung disease. ^[2]PTC News

Naresh Kathooria’s father

Naresh Kathooria with his mother

Wife & Children

He got married to Paridhi Sharma on 25 January 2014. The couple has a daughter named Ishani Kathoooria.

Naresh Kathooria with his wife and daughter

Career

Television

In 2003, Naresh Kathooria wrote some episodes of the TV show ‘Bongo,’ which aired on Doordarshan. He worked as a co-scriptwriter for the Hindi TV series ‘Chaldi Da Naam Gaddi’ (2007), which aired on Zee TV. In 2009, he co-wrote the script for the comedy reality show ‘Hans Baliye,’ on Star One. He also wrote the script for the popular comedy reality show ‘Comedy Circus’ for two years (2009-2011). In 2023, he appeared as a guest along with the team of the film ‘Carry on Jatta 3’ on the talk show ‘The Kapil Sharma Show.’

Naresh Kathooria (left) along with Jaswinder Bhalla and Binnu Dhillon on ‘The Kapil Sharma Show’

Film 

Writer

Naresh Kathooria debuted as a writer in the Punjabi film industry with the film ‘Chakk De Phatte’ (2008) in which he worked as a co-screenplay writer and co-dialogue writer along with Amberdeep Singh. In 2012, he worked as a co-screenwriter and dialogue writer for the Punjabi film ‘Carry on Jatta.’ The film received immense appreciation from the audience and later proved to be the breakthrough of the writer’s career. In 2013, he co-wrote the screenplay and dialogues for the film ‘Lucky Di Unlucky Story’ along with film writers Vaibhav Suman and Smeep Kang.

Poster of the film ‘Lucky Di Unlucky Story’

In 2023, he made his Bollywood debut with the film ‘Dream Girl 2,’ starring Ayushmann Khurrana. He has written stories, dialogues, and screenplays for various Indian Punjabi films including ‘Jatts in Golmaal’ (2013), ‘Vekh Baraatan Challiyan’ (2017), ‘Mr & Mrs 420 Returns’ (2018), ‘Jinne Jamme Saare Nikamme’ (2021), ‘Yaar Mera Titliaan Warga’ (2022) and ‘Carry on Jatta 3’ (2023).

Actor

Naresh Kathooria debuted as an actor with the Indian Punjabi film ‘Lakh Pardesi Hoiye’ (2008). In 2012, he appeared in the film ‘Pata Nahi Rabb Kehdeyan Rangan Ch Raazi’ in which he played the role of Mark. In 2013, he appeared in the film ‘Bha Ji in Problem.’ His performance as Gogi Mastana in the film ‘Mr & Mrs 420 Returns’ (2018) received huge appreciation from the audience.

Naresh Kathooria with Jaswinder Bhalla in a still from the film ‘Mr. & Mrs 420 Returns’

He has acted in various films including ‘Best of Luck’ (2013), ‘Mr & Mrs 420’ (2014), ‘Tabbar Punjab Da’ (2017), ‘Carry On Jatta 2’ (2018), and ‘Honeymoon’ (2022).

Naresh Kathooria in a still from the film ‘Honeymoon’

Producer

In 2019, he made his debut as a producer with the Indian Punjabi film ‘Uda Aida,’ starring Tarsem Jassar and Neeru Bajwa.

Poster of the film ‘Uda Aida’

Award

• In 2013, he won PTC Award for Best Dialogue Writer for the film ‘Carry on Jatta.’
  

  Naresh Kathooria with his PTC Award

Favourites

• Film directors: Hrishikesh Mukherjee, Neeraj Vora

• Film writers: Rajat Arora, Himanshu Sharma, Baldev Gill

Facts/Trivia

• Naresh Kathooria started his career as a theatre actor. He later started conducting theatre workshops for students.

• He came to Mumbai in 2002 to pursue his dream of becoming a film director but did not get any work. Later, he started working as an assistant for a TV show where he discovered his interest in scriptwriting during that time.

• In an interview, he revealed that after the success of his film ‘Carry on Jatta,’ he got many offers from Bollywood, but, at that time, he preferred to work in the Punjabi film industry.

• In an interview, he talked about his genre of writing, he said,
  

  Unlike other writers, my work doesn’t finish after I’ve written the script. I keep myself involved in the project till it gets released. Making people laugh satisfies me.”

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