Popular Punjabi actor and comedian Jaswinder Bhalla died on Friday morning in Mohali, Punjab. He was 65.
Bhalla had reportedly been unwell for the past few months. His sudden passing has left the Punjabi film industry and his fans in deep shock. Known for his flawless comic timing and satirical dialogues, Bhalla was a stalwart of Punjabi cinema who redefined comedy on screen.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann also condoled his death in an X post. He wrote, "The sudden departure of Jaswinder Bhalla ji from this world is very sad.. My heart is saddened by the closure of the Chhankatas.. May Waheguru grant us a place at his feet... Uncle Chatra will always remain in our hearts.."
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..
— Bhagwant Mann (@BhagwantMann) August 22, 2025
Soon after the news broke, AAP leader and former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia called the news 'extremely saddening,' remembering how Bhalla's work "brought smiles to millions".
"The news of the passing of Punjab's famous comedian Jaswinder Bhalla Ji is extremely saddening. He brought smiles to the faces of millions with his art. I pray to God to grant peace to the departed soul and strength to the family during this difficult time. Om Shanti," Sisodia wrote on X in Hindi.
पंजाब के मशहूर कॉमेडियन जसविंदर भल्ला जी के निधन की ख़बर बेहद दुखद है।
— Manish Sisodia (@msisodia) August 22, 2025
उन्होंने अपनी कला से लाखों लोगों के चेहरों पर मुस्कान बिखेरी। मैं ईश्वर से प्रार्थना करता हूँ कि दिवंगत आत्मा को शांति दे और परिवार को इस कठिन समय में शक्ति प्रदान करे।
ॐ शांति ???? pic.twitter.com/8s10zG1djo
Additionally, Delhi Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa condoled the passing of the renowned Punjabi comedian.
In a post on X, Sirsa wrote, "The stage of Punjabi laughter stands silent & empty today... Jaswinder Bhalla ji was a living symbol of Punjabi wit, humour and spirit. With his unmatched talent, he turned simplicity into laughter and made generations smile. Waheguru ji bless his noble soul with peace".
The stage of Punjabi laughter stands silent & empty today…
— Manjinder Singh Sirsa (@mssirsa) August 22, 2025
Jaswinder Bhalla ji was a living symbol of Punjabi wit, humour and spirit. With his unmatched talent, he turned simplicity into laughter and made generations smile.
Waheguru ji bless his noble soul with peace. pic.twitter.com/JmJaTMBZ8z
The funeral will be held on Saturday, August 23, at 12 noon at the Balongi cremation ground in Mohali.
Bhalla was loved by audiences for his memorable performances in films like Gaddi Chaldi Hai Chhalla Maarke, Carry On Jatta, Jind Jaan, and Band Baaje. With his charm and wit, he carved a special place in Punjabi cinema and the hearts of millions.
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