Renowned Punjabi comedian and actor Jaswinder Singh Bhalla has passed away at the age of 65. According to Indian media, his family confirmed that he was admitted to a hospital in Mohali after suffering a brain stroke and died on Friday morning.

Jaswinder Bhalla was one of the most loved names in Punjabi cinema, known for mixing satire with effortless comedy. He won millions of hearts with his roles in hit films like Jatt and Juliet, Sardaar Ji, and Carry On Jatta.

Bhalla first rose to fame in 1988 with Chhankata, a comedy series that became a cultural hit in Punjab. His character ‘Chacha Chatar Singh’ became a household name for his humour and social commentary, making him a favourite among audiences.

Over the years, he delivered countless iconic performances, including his much-loved role as ‘Advocate Dhillon’ in the Carry On Jatta series. His brilliant dialogues and perfect comic timing made his characters unforgettable.

His last film appearance was in Shinda Shinda No Papa (2024), in which he acted alongside Gippy Grewal and Hina Khan.