In an emotional tribute, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Thursday mourned the sudden passing of Jaswinder Bhalla, one of Punjab’s most loved actors and comedians. Mann took to social media, describing Bhalla’s demise as “extremely unfortunate” and said that his unforgettable laughter and on-screen presence will continue to live in the hearts of fans.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Mourns Actor Jaswinder Bhalla’s Sudden Demise, Calls Him ‘Forever in Our Hearts’
Mann wrote in Punjabi, “ਜਸਵਿੰਦਰ ਭੱਲਾ ਜੀ ਦੇ ਅਚਾਨਕ ਇਸ ਦੁਨੀਆਂ ਤੋਂ ਚਲੇ ਜਾਣਾ ਬੇਹੱਦ ਅਫ਼ਸੋਸਜਨਕ ਹੈ..ਛਣਕਾਟਿਆਂ ਦੀ ਛਣਕਾਰ ਬੰਦ ਹੋਣ ਤੇ ਮਨ ਉਦਾਸ ਹੈ..ਵਾਹਿਗੁਰੂ ਚਰਨਾਂ ਚ ਨਿਵਾਸ ਬਖਸ਼ਣ…ਚਾਚਾ ਚਤਰਾ ਹਮੇਸ਼ਾ ਸਾਡੇ ਦਿਲਾਂ ਚ ਵਸਦੇ ਰਹਿਣਗੇ..” (The sudden departure of Jaswinder Bhalla Ji from this world is extremely sad… the sparkle of laughter has stopped and the heart feels heavy. May Waheguru grant him peace. Chacha Chatra will always remain in our hearts).
His character Chacha Chatar Singh especially won him immense popularity
Jaswinder Bhalla, known for his sharp comic timing and family-friendly humor, became a household name in Punjab with his roles in numerous films, stage performances, and TV shows. His character Chacha Chatar Singh especially won him immense popularity, becoming a cultural icon for Punjabi audiences worldwide.
Fans, colleagues, and political leaders have been pouring tributes on social media, recalling Bhalla’s immense contribution to Punjabi cinema and his ability to bring smiles across generations.
Bhagwant Mann emphasized that Bhalla’s death is not just a loss for the Punjabi film industry but for every Punjabi who grew up watching his work. “His laughter will echo forever,” Mann said.
