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Diljit Dosanjh Backed My Riskiest Film: Anurag Singh
8 Apr
Summary
- Anurag Singh's 'Punjab 1984' was his initial filmmaking aspiration.
- Diljit Dosanjh supported the project when others hesitated.
- The film achieved the biggest opening for a Punjabi movie then.
Anurag Singh, a celebrated Indian director, shared that his film 'Punjab 1984' was the project he intended to make even before 'Jatt & Juliet'. Early in his career, the subject matter deterred investors, leading him to first direct comedies like 'Yaar Annmulle' and successful rom-coms such as 'Jatt & Juliet'.
Following the success of 'Jatt & Juliet 2', Singh pitched 'Punjab 1984' again. Producers expressed reservations, concerned that audiences associated him with lighter genres. However, actor Diljit Dosanjh’s strong backing and his own desire to do the film convinced the producers to proceed.
Released to significant anticipation, 'Punjab 1984' recorded the largest opening for a Punjabi film at that time. It was lauded not only for its commercial success but also for its critical reception, cementing its place as a landmark film in Punjabi cinema.
