Gippy Grewal, born on January 2, 1983, in Koom Kalan, Ludhiana, Punjab, India, is a well-known Punjabi actor, singer, and director. He is one of the most popular and successful personalities in the Punjabi entertainment industry. With his impressive music career, acting skills, and directorial abilities, Gippy has earned a huge fan following not only in India but also globally.
Birth and Early Life:
Gippy Grewal, whose real name is Rupinder Singh Grewal, was born to a Punjabi Sikh family. His father, Santokh Singh, was a carpenter, and his mother, Kulwant Kaur, was a housewife. Gippy grew up in a small village and attended the local government school. He was an average student in his school, but he had a keen interest in music from a very young age.
Gippy was introduced to music by his father, who was a trained singer himself. He taught Gippy how to play the harmonium and guitar, and as a result, Gippy started singing in his village’s Gurudwara from the age of 12. He started performing at local events and competitions, where his talent was recognized.
Career :
Gippy Grewal started his music career in 2002 with his debut album “Chakk Ley Ft. Jagdev Maan,” which did not receive much attention. However, his second album, “Nasha” in 2005, became a huge hit and established him as a successful Punjabi singer. After that, he released several successful albums, including “Phulkari,” “My Time to Shine,” “Desi Rockstar,” “Jatt James Bond,” and “The Main Man.”
Gippy Grewal’s music is known for its versatility and unique style. He sings in various genres, including bhangra, pop, and hip-hop, and has collaborated with many other artists, including Honey Singh, Jazzy B, and Bohemia. His songs often feature catchy tunes, upbeat rhythms, and meaningful lyrics, which resonate with the audience.
In addition to his music career, Gippy Grewal is also a well-known actor in the Punjabi film industry. He made his acting debut in the 2010 film “Mel Karade Rabba,” which was a commercial success. Since then, he has acted in many hit films, including “Jatt James Bond,” “Carry On Jatta,” “Manje Bistre,” “Ardaas,” and “Ik Sandhu Hunda Si.”
Gippy Grewal is also a successful director and producer. He has directed and produced several Punjabi films, including “Ardaas,” “Ardaas Karaan,” and “Ik Sandhu Hunda Si.” His films often focus on social issues and convey powerful messages.
Personal Life :
Gippy Grewal is a private person when it comes to his personal life. He is married to Ravneet Kaur, and the couple has three sons, Gurfateh, Ekomkar, and Gurbaaz. He likes to keep his family life away from the media and has rarely shared any details about his personal life.
Awards :
Gippy Grewal has won several awards for his contributions to the Punjabi music and film industry. He has won three PTC Punjabi Film Awards for Best Actor for his roles in “Jatt James Bond,” “Ardaas,” and “Manje Bistre.” He has also won the Best Director award at the PTC Punjabi Film Awards for “Ardaas” and “Ardaas Karaan.” In addition, he has won several awards for his music, including the BritAsia Music
Top Movies :
Gippy Grewal has acted in many hit Punjabi films, and some of his top movies are:
- Carry On Jatta (2012) – Directed by Smeep Kang, this comedy film is one of the highest-grossing Punjabi films of all time. Gippy Grewal played the lead role of Jass, a young man who pretends to be someone else to win the love of his life.
- Jatt James Bond (2014) – Directed by Rohit Jugraj, this action-thriller film features Gippy Grewal as Shinda, a young man who becomes a spy to avenge his father’s death. The film was a huge commercial success and won Gippy Grewal the Best Actor award at the PTC Punjabi Film Awards.
- Ardaas (2016) – This social drama film was directed and produced by Gippy Grewal himself. The film focuses on the struggles of the Sikh community and conveys a powerful message. Gippy Grewal played the lead role of Aman, a young man who becomes a teacher in a village school.
- Manje Bistre (2017) – Directed by Baljit Singh Deo, this romantic comedy film features Gippy Grewal as Sukhi, a young man who falls in love with a girl from a rival family. The film was a commercial success and won Gippy Grewal the Best Actor award at the PTC Punjabi Film Awards.
- Carry On Jatta 2 (2018) – This sequel to the 2012 film Carry On Jatta was also directed by Smeep Kang and starred Gippy Grewal as Jass once again. The film was another commercial success and became one of the highest-grossing Punjabi films of all time.
