Imtiaz Ali’s ‘Amar Singh Chamkila’ drops its fascinating trailer

The highly anticipated film ‘Amar Singh Chamkila,’ featuring Diljit Dosanjh and Parineeti Chopra in pivotal roles, has unveiled its trailer. Directed by renowned filmmaker Imtiaz Ali, the trailer promises an engaging cinematic experience. Set to premiere exclusively on an OTT platform on April 12, 2024, the film is generating significant excitement among audiences.
The makers of ‘Amar Singh Chamkila’ has finally unveiled its trailer. Penned and directed by acclaimed filmmaker Imtiaz Ali, the film delves into the untold true story of Punjab’s original rockstar, who soared from poverty to become the highest record-selling artist of his era in the 1980s. Despite his meteoric rise to fame, Chamkila’s provocative music stirred controversy and ultimately led to his tragic assassination at the tender age of 27. The trailer promises to take audiences on a riveting journey through the highs and lows of Chamkila’s remarkable life, showcasing his indelible impact on music and culture.

With maestro AR Rahman at the helm of the film’s music and Irshad Kamil penning the lyrics, audiences are in for a treat with the upcoming collaboration between Rahman, Imtiaz, and Irshad after nine years. The recently released songs ‘Ishq Mitaye’ and ‘Naram Kaalja’ have already dominated charts, showcasing the irresistible appeal of Rahman’s compositions and Kamil’s poignant lyrics. Adding to the excitement, both Diljit and Parineeti have contributed their vocals to some of the original ‘Chamkila’ songs in Punjabi, promising a soulful and authentic musical experience. Moreover, the film promises a unique touch with live music recordings done on location, capturing the raw energy and enthusiasm of each moment as Diljit and Parineeti sing live in the Akhadaas.
Reflecting on the journey of creating ‘Amar Singh Chamkila’, Imtiaz Ali shares, “Stories of young musicians that challenge the norms of society, who see unprecedented success and then have violent ends is unfortunately a worldwide phenomenon. The life and times of Chamkila raised important questions for society but ultimately it is a celebration of the life of an artist, the story of a musician who could never give up his first love – Music. In Netflix, Amar Singh Chamkila found the ideal partner who was both passionate and able to take the film to the most diverse audience.”
The production of ‘Amar Singh Chamkila’ is backed by Mohit Choudhary.