The Punjabi film industry has lost one of its most loved actors. Veteran comedian Jaswinder Bhalla passed away in the early hours of Friday at Fortis Hospital in Mohali. He was 70. Reports say he had been unwell for some time. While the exact cause of his death has not been confirmed, some accounts mention he was admitted after suffering a brain stroke.
His last rites will take place on Saturday at the Balongi cremation ground in Mohali. Family, friends, and colleagues from the Punjabi film industry are expected to attend and pay their respects.
Jaswinder Bhalla Was A Part Of Several Big Punjabi HITS
Jaswinder Bhalla spent more than three decades entertaining audiences with his comic roles. He began his acting journey with the comedy Dulha Bhatti and later appeared in Jaspal Bhatti’s satire Mahaul Theek Hai (1999).
He went on to become a household name with films like Jatt and Juliet, Sardaar Ji, and the Carry On Jatta series. His portrayal of Advocate Dhillon in all three Carry On Jatta films is remembered as one of his most iconic roles. Known for his witty one-liners and memorable catchphrases, he left a mark in every film he was part of. Fans often recall that even small roles played by him became highlights on screen.
Bhalla was last seen in Shinda Shinda No Papa (2024), which featured Gippy Grewal and Hina Khan in lead roles. The film was another reminder of his natural ability to make audiences laugh and connect with them through humour.
His Personal Life And More
Away from films, Bhalla was a family man. He was married to Parmdeep, a fine arts teacher in Chandigarh. Their son, Pukhraj Bhalla, also chose acting as a career. Though he started out as an engineer, Pukhraj eventually shifted to films after first appearing in Punjabi music videos.
The father and son worked together in the 2013 film Stupid 7, which remains a memorable collaboration for their fans. With Pukhraj carrying forward the family’s link to cinema, Jaswinder Bhalla’s legacy is set to live on.
The news of Jaswinder Bhalla’s death has shocked the Punjabi film industry. Actors, directors, and fans have taken to social media to share their grief. Many described him as one of the finest comedians of Punjabi cinema and someone who made humour relatable to all sections of society.
The funeral on Saturday is expected to see a large gathering as the industry and his admirers unite to bid him farewell. Jaswinder Bhalla will be remembered as more than a comedian. He was an artist who gave Punjabi cinema some of its most cherished moments and brought laughter into countless lives.