Neeru Bajwa, Gippy Grewal and others pay tribute to Jaswinder Bhalla
Actors Neeru Bajwa, Gippy Grewal and others paid heartfelt tributes to late comedian Jaswinder Bhalla, remembering him as a mentor, friend, and guiding force.
Neeru Bajwa Actress Neeru Bajwa paid tribute to Jaswinder Bhalla on Instagram. She mourned his death and wrote, “deeply saddened to have woken up to the tragic news. Bhalla Saab was truly respected and admired, and his contributions will be remembered with great honor. Rest in peace Sir… my condolences to the family.”
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Gippy Grewal Actor and singer Gippy Grewal shared a series of never-before-seen pictures with Jaswinder Bhalla and paid an emotional tribute. He expressed his deep shock of losing a mentor and a father-like figure. He added, “Our bond was very strong. This is the worst news. May he rest in peace. All my strength to the family. His legacy will live on through his work, and his impact on our lives will never be forgotten. I’ll cherish the memories we shared and the lessons he taught me. You will always be in my heart.”
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Himanshi Khurana Punjabi actress Himanshi Khurana also paid tribute to the late comedian and wrote, “Alvida Bhalla Sir… Rest in peace. Deepest condolences to the family.”
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Gurpreet Ghuggi Jaswinder Bhalla’s Carry On Jatta co-star Gurpreet Ghuggi shared a picture of the late comedian and wrote in Punjabi, whose translation reads, “I will not forget your separation .......... Will meet again in another world big brother.” He added, “Khulli akh ta sabh khumari uttar gai , baithi c jo naal swari uttar gai (hen the eyes opened, all the intoxication/dreaminess disappeared).”
Binnu Dhillon Another Carry On Jatta co-star of Jaswinder Bhalla, Binnu Dhillon, paid a tribute to him. He penned that he had lost not only a great artist but also a dear friend, a big brother, and a guide. He remembered that Jaswinder Bhalla ji had not only made everyone laugh but had also taught them to live the truths of life with laughter. He said that laughter had turned into tears, but the memory of Bhalla Sahib could never be erased from their hearts.
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Who was Jaswinder Bhalla? Jaswinder Bhalla, born on May 4, 1960, in Doraha, Ludhiana, balanced his life as a professor and a comedian. His passion for humour took flight with the 1988 audio release Chhankata 88, introducing iconic characters like Chacha Chatar Singh and Bhoondhu.
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King of Punjabi comedy From Dulla Bhatti to Carry On Jatta, Jatt and Juliet to Manje Bistre, Bhalla’s witty timing and relatable satire made him a household name. For over 30 years, he defined Punjabi comedy on screen and stage.
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Farewell to a Legend On August 22, the beloved comedian passed away at 64 after a brain stroke. Remembered as the “Patriarch of Punjabi Comedy,” Jaswinder Bhalla leaves behind a legacy of laughter that will echo for generations. His last rites will be performed on August 23 at noon at the Balongi cremation ground, Mohali.
