Jobanpreet Singh
Jobanpreet Singh | |
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| Born | Jobanpreet Singh April 20 Ludhiana, Punjab |
| Occupation | Actor . Writer . Producer |
| Years active | 2014 - Present |
| Height | 5"11" |
| Website | Jobanpreet Singh on Instagram |
Jobanpreet Singh, better known as Joban, is an Indian Actor, Writer and Producer. He is best known for playing the role of Karam Singh in Saak and Shinda in Jahankilla.
Early life
[edit]Jobanpreet Singh[1] is an Indian actor, writer, and filmmaker, known for his contributions to both Hindi and Punjabi cinema.[2] He hails from a Sikh Jatt family in the Ludhiana region of Punjab. From an early age, Singh displayed an undying passion for storytelling, which eventually guided his career path in the entertainment industry.
After completing a Bachelor of Arts degree, Singh joined the Punjab Police, undergoing rigorous training at the Police Recruits Training Centre (PRTC) Jahan Khelan in Hoshiarpur. He subsequently served as a police officer in Ludhiana. Despite his commitment to law enforcement, his passion for cinema never waned. Singh joined a local theatre club in Ludhiana where he cultivated his love for acting and storytelling.[3]
His persistence led to supporting roles in notable Hindi films, including Sarbjit (starring Aishwarya Rai Bachchan) and Dil Jo Na Keh Saka (produced by T-Series). Singh also appeared in Disney+ Hotstar’s series Masoom, and made a mark in Punjabi cinema with supporting roles in films like Rupinder Gandhi 2: The Robinhood, Kande, and Sarabha.[4]
Beyond acting, Singh gained valuable experience behind the scenes. He worked as an Assistant Production Manager on Dangal for Aamir Khan Productions and assisted as a Casting Director for Dil Jo Na Keh Saka and Kande. His multi-faceted skill set in production and casting further enriched his understanding of the filmmaking process.
In September 2019, Singh made his debut as the lead actor in the Punjabi film Saak starring Mandy Takhar.[5] The film garnered him a nomination for Best Debut Actor at the PTC Punjabi Film Awards in 2020, marking a significant milestone in his career.[6][7]
In September 2024, Singh's much-anticipated project Jahankilla[8] hit the big screen.[9] Not only did Singh write the script, but he also portrayed the lead character, Shinda.[10] Jahankilla holds personal significance for Singh, as it was inspired by his own experiences during police training.[11][12] The film is a dedication to first responders, honoring the real-life heroes who serve the community. Additionally, Jahankilla showcases new and emerging talent, reflecting Singh's commitment to take risks, break boundaries and set new standards and narratives.[13][14] Jahankilla was also exclusively premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival where it was critically acclaimed and praised. The event was personally attended by former Indian cricketer and personality Kapil Dev to promote everything this film stands for.[15][16][17]
Following the release of Jahankilla, Singh is gearing up for the upcoming releases of his completed films Kikli starring Mandy Takhar, Wamiqa Gabbi and Vadda Ghar starring Mandy Takhar, Nirmal Rishi, Amar Noorie, Sardar Sohi amongst many more talented and well recognized artists.[18][19]
Filmography & Career
[edit]| Year | Film/Show | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Sarbjit | Pakranger | Supporting Cast |
| Dangal | Assistant Production Manager | Aamir Khan Productions | |
| 2017 | Rupinder Gandhi 2: The Robinhood | Harry | Supporting Cast |
| Dil Jo Na Keh Saka | Tyagi | Supporting Cast & Casting Director | |
| 2018 | Kande | Deepa | Supporting Cast & Casting Director |
| 2019 | Saak | Karam Singh | Main Lead |
| 2022 | Masoom[20] | Jogi | Supporting Cast |
| 2023 | Sarabha | Kanhaya Singh | Supporting Cast |
| 2024 | Jahankilla | Shinda (Shamsher Singh) | Main Lead |
| Kikli | Sooba Singh | Main Lead | |
| Vadda Ghar | Jasbir Singh | Main Lead |
Writing Projects
[edit]| Year | Film | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Jahankilla | Writer - Story & Screenplay |
| 2024 | Kikli | Co-writer/Screenplay |
Other Entertainment
[edit]| Year | Project | Name | Role/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | TV Show | Hasseya Da Halla | Chief Guest |
| 2023 | Music Video | Moonlight[21] | Main Lead |
| 2023 | Music Video | 3 Saal with Kaur B[22] | Main Lead |
Awards & Recognitions
[edit]| Year | Award | Category | Movie | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | PTC Punjabi Film Awards | Best Debut Actor | Saak | Nominated[23] |
References
[edit]- ^ "Jobanpreet Singh | Actor, Casting Director, Producer". IMDb. Retrieved 23 September 2024.
- ^ Connect Cine (14 July 2023). Punjabi actor and writer Jobanpreet Singh in an exclusive interview. Retrieved 23 September 2024 – via YouTube.
- ^ "From Being A Cop To Lead Actor In 'Saak': Here's Jobanpreet Singh's Inspiring Journey". PTC Punjabi. 26 July 2019. Retrieved 23 September 2024.
- ^ "Jobanpreet Singh shares a heart touching message on the birth anniversary of Kartar Singh Sarabha". The Times of India. 24 May 2019. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 23 September 2024.
- ^ News Today Live (31 August 2019). SAAK Punjabi Movie Promotions Tour | JobanPreet | Mandy Takhar | Sonpreet Jawanda | NewsTodayLive. Retrieved 23 September 2024 – via YouTube.
- ^ "Here's the full list of nominations for PTC Punjabi Film Awards 2020". PTC News. 6 June 2020. Retrieved 23 September 2024.
- ^ RED FM CANADA (11 April 2022). Punjabi Actor Jobanpreet Singh ਦੀ ਜ਼ਿੰਦਗੀ ਦੇ ਕੁਝ ਔਖੇ ਤੇ ਕੁਝ ਖਾਸ ਪਲ | Exclusive Interview. Retrieved 23 September 2024 – via YouTube.
- ^ "The cast of Punjabi movie Jahankilla, including Gurbani Gill and Jobanpreet Singh, says the message of the film is deep".
- ^ India.com (21 September 2024). Jahankilla Exclusive Interview || Jobanpreet Singh || Vickey Kadam || Balwinder Sandhu. Retrieved 23 September 2024 – via YouTube.
- ^ Punjabi Thikana (15 September 2024). Jahankilla Movie Writer And Actor Jobanpreet Singh Interview | Jobanpreet Singh | Gurubani Gill. Retrieved 23 September 2024 – via YouTube.
- ^ Ashke Tv (14 September 2024). Jahankilla | Full Interview with Star Cast | Jobanpreet Singh | Jashn Kohli | Gurbani Gill. Retrieved 23 September 2024 – via YouTube.
- ^ Aaj Tak (20 September 2024). जिंदगी यहाँ एक academy training हैं, welcome to jahankilla | Punjabi |Trending| latest|. Retrieved 23 September 2024 – via YouTube.
- ^ Nath, Rajan. "Jahankilla — the Punjabi film dedicated to the frontline workers". Punjabi Mania. Retrieved 23 September 2024.
- ^ "A Punjabi cop story, Jahankilla bats for a happy and harmonious Punjab".
- ^ PR, ANI (11 September 2024). "Jahankilla: Kapil Dev Calls it a Must-Watch Masterpiece at TIFF world premiere". ThePrint. Retrieved 23 September 2024.
- ^ "Kapil Dev, Irfan Pathan attend screening of Punjabi film 'Jahankilla'". ANI News. Retrieved 23 September 2024.
- ^ HPL Music (18 September 2024). Howzatt Productions at TIFF 2024. Retrieved 23 September 2024 – via YouTube.
- ^ "'Kikli': First look poster of Mandy Takhar, Wamiqa Gabbi, and Jobanpreet Singh starrer is out". The Times of India. 12 September 2022. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 23 September 2024.
- ^ Network, Punjabi Mania News. "Vadda Ghar: Release Date Of Mandy Takhar & Jobanpreet Singh's Upcoming Film Is Out". Punjabi Mania. Retrieved 23 September 2024.
- ^ "Masoom review: Boman Irani makes dazzling OTT debut in this slow-burn thriller about relationships and secrets". Hindustan Times. 17 June 2022. Retrieved 24 January 2023.
- ^ Desi Hustle Records (17 March 2023). Moonlight ( Official Video ) | Kartar Kamal | Desi Hustle | New Punjabi Song 2023. Retrieved 23 September 2024 – via YouTube.
- ^ T-Series Apna Punjab (4 June 2023). 3 Saal (Official Video) | Kaur B, Jobanpreet Singh | Latest Punjabi Songs 2023. Retrieved 23 September 2024 – via YouTube.
- ^ "Here's the full list of nominations for PTC Punjabi Film Awards 2020". PTC News. 6 June 2020. Retrieved 23 September 2024.