Jaswinder Bhalla

Jaswinder Bhalla was a renowned Indian actor and comedian who worked in Punjabi cinema, best known for his comedy series "Chhankata" and roles in various Punjabi films. He passed away on August 22, 2025, at the age of 65, leaving behind a legacy of laughter and entertainment.

Jaswinder Bhalla was born in the city of Ludhiana on 4 May 1960. His father Master Bahadur Singh Bhalla was a primary school teacher in village Barmalipur. He got his basic education from Senior Secondary School Doraha. 

Jaswinder Bhalla's career in the entertainment industry spans over four decades, with a significant impact on Punjabi audiences. He began his journey in 1975, when he got selected for All India Radio along with two of his schoolmates. During his time as a student at Punjab Agricultural University, Bhalla honed his comedic skills through performances in university programs. His professional career took off in 1988 when he collaborated with co-performer Bal Mukand Sharma on the audio cassette "Chhankata 1988." The Chhankata series, which has released over 27 audio and video albums, showcases Bhalla's versatility in portraying various characters from different walks of Punjabi society.

Jaswinder Bhalla's film career includes appearances in several Punjabi movies, such as "Mahaul Theek Hai," "Jija Ji," "Jihne Mera Dil Luteya," and "Carry On Jatta." Through his art, Bhalla aimed to highlight social issues like female foeticide, drug abuse, and unemployment. His performances often featured his signature catchphrases, which became iconic among Punjabi audiences. Tragically, Bhalla's life was cut short when he suffered a stroke on August 20, 2025, and passed away on August 22, 2025, at the age of 65, leaving behind a legacy of laughter and entertainment that will be cherished by audiences for years to come.

Jaswinder Bhalla did his B.Sc. and M.Sc. from Punjab Agricultural University, and his Ph.D. from Chaudhary Charan Singh Post Graduate College, Meerut. He began his career as an Assistant Professor in the PAU, and was serving as a Professor and Head, Department of Extension Education when he retired from active service on 31 May 2020. 

Jaswinder Bhalla was married to Paramdeep Bhalla, a Fine Arts teacher. They had a son named Pukhraj Bhalla and a daughter named Ashpreet Kaur, who is married in Norway. 

Jaswinder had a height of 5'9 inches, along with that he had weight of 72 kilograms. He had light brown coloured eyes and black coloured hair. 

Jaswinder Bhalla's achievements in Punjabi cinema are notable, with a career spanning multiple decades. He began his professional career as a comedian with "Chhankata 88" and transitioned to acting with the film "Dulla Bhatti." Bhalla's claim to fame rested on his popular comedy series "Chhankata" and comedic roles in various Punjabi films. He also performed in stage acts, touring countries like Canada and Australia with his show "Naughty Baba in Town." Through his work, Bhalla brought laughter and joy to audiences, leaving a lasting impact on Punjabi entertainment.

• Bal Mukund Sharma and Jaswinder Bhalla were classmates at Punjab Agriculture University, Ludhiana.
• He was a huge fan of Actress Madhuri Dixit and Jaya Bachchan.