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Imtiaz Ali discloses Diljit Dosanjh 'hasn't sacrifice a single hair' for 'Amar Singh Chamkila'

Diljit Dosanjh and Parineeti Chopra's starrer, Amar Singh Chamkila, was released on April 12 on Netflix

By Web Desk
May 06, 2024
Imtiaz Ali talks about Diljit Dosanjh appearance in Amar Singh Chamkila
Imtiaz Ali talks about Diljit Dosanjh appearance in 'Amar Singh Chamkila'

Bollywood filmmaker Imtiaz Ali remarked that Diljit Dosanjh hasn't sacrificed a single hair for the film, Amar Singh Chamkila.

During an interview with Radio Nasha, the 52-year-old director disclosed that the male lead on his latest film, Chamkila, Diljit, wore a wig for the movie.

The Jab We Met directed revealed, “I would not want to share his personal details, but yes, Diljit has worn a wig. That wig is like his turban only. He has not sacrificed a single hair for this film." 

"Because he played a character and he knew how Chamkila looked, so he managed to look the part with a wig. He donned the look very sincerely and with very good intentions," he added.

Earlier, during an interview, Diljit had expressed his commitment to not removing his turban for any role.

Amar Singh Chamkila, starring Parineeti Chopra and Diljit Dosanjh was released on  8 April in Mumbai and released on Netflix on April 12, 2024.

The film, Amar Singh Chamkila, depicts the journey of the titular singer, portrayed by Diljit Dosanjh, rising to fame in Punjab and India for his provocative yet popular songs, based on a true story.