December 13th 2023.
Actor Paramvir Singh Cheema has become the go-to choice for portraying stories of Punjab. Recently, he has been seen in Tabbar and Chamak. The Free Press Journal interviewed the dynamic actor to know more about his approach and the valuable input he provided during the filming of his latest OTT release.
Chamak focuses on the concerning threats to life that artists in the Punjabi music industry face. When asked about his views on the same, Paramvir said, “We often come across incidents where artists receive death threats or fall victim to broad daylight murders. These occurrences instill fear in us as human beings. The impact of such tragic deaths extends beyond the individual and affects the entire society. For instance, when Sidhu Moose Wala passed away, even friends of mine who had not necessarily heard his songs before were deeply saddened by his death. Nobody should receive such a tragic and brutal ending.”
Paramvir shared an interesting anecdote about how he provided a crucial input on his part in order to correct the image of Punjab as a state. He said, “In the beginning, when my character was written, he was intended to be depicted as a drug user. Even when the trailer for Chamak was released, some drew parallels with Udta Punjab, anticipating references to drugs. However, I recall recommending to Rohit sir to eliminate the drug reference from the character, as Punjab's drug issue is not as rampant as it is often portrayed. And Rohit sir obliged, without even asking why. I have lived in Punjab and Delhi, before shifting base to Mumbai and I can say that there aren't so many drugs in the state as it is shown in the media. It's even worse when I see a lot of Punjabi people agreeing to this false claim. It disturbs me a lot.”
When asked to describe the purpose of art in his life, the actor said, “For me, art is present everyday, starting from the moment I wake up in the morning. Whether it's observing my local mechanic or watching a sweeper clean inside my building, I see a wealth of technique and skills in these mundane activities. Artists encompass more than just painters, singers or actors.”
Paramvir concluded our chat by saying, “Whenever I enact a scene, the sole thought I bear in mind is to deliver a performance that encourages the other person to remember me as his or her inspiration.”
Chamak is a captivating revenge story empowered by rousing, rooted Punjabi music. The film sheds light on the concerning threats to life that artists in the Punjabi music industry face and makes a strong case for them to be protected. With Paramvir Singh Cheema's input, the movie is sure to make an impact on the viewers.
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