Gurpreet Ghuggi | |
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Convener of Aam Aadmi Party, Punjab | |
In office 4 September 2016 –8 May 2017 | |
Preceded by | Sucha Singh Chhotepur |
Succeeded by | Bhagwant Mann |
Personal details | |
Born | 19 June 1971 [3] Gurdaspur,Punjab,India [2] |
Political party | Aam Aadmi Party (2014–2017) |
Spouse | Kuljeet Kaur |
Children | 2 |
Alma mater | Guru Nanak Dev University |
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Gurpreet Singh Waraich (born 19 June 1971), commonly known as Gurpreet Ghuggi, is an Indian actor, comedian and politician. He is known for his works in Punjabi and Hindi films. Ghuggi began his career by acting in theatre in the early 1990s, after which he had recurring roles in television series such as Ronak Mela and the soap opera Parchhaven . He gained international public recognition with comedic leading roles through his videos Ghuggi Junction (2003) and Ghuggi Shoo Mantar (2004), before beginning his film career by starring as Patwari Jhilmil Singh in Asa Nu Maan Watna Da (2004). He starred in the film Carry On Jatta (2012), and was praised for his meaningful leading role in Ardaas (2015).
Gurpreet Singh Waraich was born on 19 June 1971 in Gurdaspur in Punjab. [2] [3] He is married to Kuljeet Kaur with whom he has a son and a daughter. [1] He is an eggetarian. [4]
Ghuggi's career began with his appearance in several theatrical plays. In the 1990s, he got his break on television when he was cast in the comedic series, Ronak Mela. After Ronak Mela, Ghuggi had lead roles on the soap opera Parchhaven , playing a serious character, as well as on several shows, including Ghuggi Express and Ghuggi On Line.
Ghuggi's debut film role was in the romantic drama Jee Aayan Nu , in which he played a travel agency role. Released in 2002, the movie went direct-to-video. Soon after, he became a cast member in several films, including a breakthrough in 2015, when he was given the opportunity to play the lead role in Ardaas. His involvement in the film earned him the Filmfare Award for Best Actor (critics).
Alongside working in Punjabi cinema movies, Ghuggi has appeared in a few Bollywood and Canadian cinema films such as Singh Is Kinng and Breakaway . He received public recognition in India through his participation in The Great Indian Laughter Challenge , a reality show on STAR One. Later Ghuggi appeared with his wife, Kuljeet Kaur, on Star One's Hans Baliye and won the contest.
Ghuggi has appeared in live concerts such as Shounki Mela 2003 (along with Kamal Heer, Manmohan Waris and Sangtar), Vaisakhi Mela 2009 (along with Jazzy B and Sukhshinder Shinda) and Vaisakhi Mela 2010 (along with Nachatter Gill, Master Saleem and others).
In 2020, Ghuggi started a new talk show called Hasdeyaan De Ghar Vasde on Zee Punjabi and Zee5. Ghuggi hosts the show with Khushboo Grewal. [5]
In 2014, Waraich joined the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), a political party in India. From 4 September 2016 to 10 May 2017, he had led AAP Punjab as the party's state convener but was replaced by Bhagwant Maan. After his replacement, he quit the party. [6] [7] [8] He had contested from the Batala Assembly Constituency during the 2017 Punjab Legislative Assembly election but lost, placing third behind Lakhbir Singh Lodhinangal and Ashwani Sekhri. [9]
Year | Album | Record label |
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2018 | Heereye Da Boldi | MovieBox |
2015 | Charai Yarran Di | Vanjhali Recordz |
2012 | Punjabi Gabru | Vanjhali Recordz |
2007 | Meri Vahuti Da Viyah | Shemaroo |
2005 | Ghuggi Khol Pitari | T-Series |
2005 | Tamasha Ghuggi Da | T-Series |
2004 | Ghuggi Shoo Mantar | T-Series |
2004 | Ghuggi Da Viah | T-Series |
2003 | Ghuggi De Bachche | T-Series |
2003 | Ghuggi Kare Kolki | Music Waves |
2003 | Ghuggi Junction | Plasma Records |
2002 | Tohfe Ghuggi De | T-Series |
Year | Title | Record label |
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2010 | Ghasita Hawaldar Santa Banta Frar | Shemaroo |
2010 | Khich Ghuggi Khich | T-Series |
2009 | Ghuggi Hein Te Udd Ke Vakha | Eagle |
2009 | Ghuggi Labhey Gharwali | Shemaroo |
2008 | Ghuggi Yaar Gup Na Mar | Shemaroo |
2008 | Ghuggi De Barati | Tips |
2007 | Meri Vahuti Da Viyah | Shemaroo |
2005 | Ghuggi Khol Pitari | T-Series |
2004 | Ghuggi Chhoo Mantar | T-Series |
2003 | Ghuggi Junction | Plasma Records |
† | Denotes films that have not yet been released. |
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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2002 | Jee Aayan Nu | Travel Agent | |
2003 | Pind Di Kudi | Lalli's uncle | |
2004 | Asa Nu Maan Watna Da | Patwari Jhilmil Singh | |
2005 | Nalaik | Mama | special appearance |
Jijaji | Mr. Sandhu | ||
Yaaran Naal Baharan | Rangila | ||
2006 | Dil Apna Punjabi | Prabhjot Singh Mundi | |
Humko Deewana Kar Gaye | Gurpreet Guggi | Hindi film | |
Rab Ne Banayiyan Jodiyan | Tillu Singh/K.B. Singh 'Kabadiya' | ||
Ek Jind Ek Jaan | Comedy King-Ghuggi | ||
2007 | Namastey London | Taxi Driver | Hindi film |
Mitti Wajaan Maardi | Ambarsariya | ||
2008 | Race | Police Inspector | Hindi film |
Singh Is Kinng | Manjeet Singh | Hindi film | |
Mera Pind | Teetu Kalra | ||
Chak De Phatte | Pinka Bhoond/Ratan Singh Tata | ||
2009 | Ek: The Power of One | Guru | |
Jag Jeondeyan De Mele | Lucky/Mitha singh | Double role | |
Tera Mera Ki Rishta | Wedding Planner | ||
Munde U.K. De | Diljeet "DJ" Singh | ||
Lagda Ishq Hogaya | Servant | ||
Apni Boli Apna Des | Yankee Singh | ||
2010 | Lad Gaya Pecha | Baljeet | |
Kabaddi Ik Mohabbat | Sukhi | ||
Ik Kudi Punjab Di | Bawa | ||
Mar Jawan Gur Khake | Inspector 420 | ||
2011 | The Lion of Punjab [10] | Amrit's brother | |
Breakaway | Uncle Sammy | English-language film | |
Naughty @ 40 | Hindi film | ||
Khushiyaan | Hindi film | ||
Yaara o Dildaara | Kang | ||
2012 | Pata Nahi Rabb Kehdeyan Rangan Ch Raazi | Preetam Singh | |
2012 | Joker | Cameraman | Hindi film |
2012 | Carry On Jatta | Honey Singh | |
2012 | YAAR Pardesi | Kamaljit Singh | |
2012 | Ajj De Ranjhe | Inspector Manjit Singh Phirki | |
2012 | Khiladi 786 | Sukhi | Hindi film |
2012 | Dil Tainu Karda Ae Pyar | ||
2012 | Yamley Jatt Yamley | ||
2013 | Lucky Di Unlucky Story | Jelly | |
2013 | Jatts In Golmaal | Jugnu | |
2013 | Bhaji in Problem | Sandeep Cheema | |
2013 | Heer and Hero | ||
2014 | Jatt James Bond | Binder | |
2014 | Fateh | ||
2014 | Aa Gaye Munde U.K. De | DJ | |
2014 | Double Di Trouble | ||
2014 | Happy Go Lucky | Harpal | |
2015 | Singh Of Festival | ||
2015 | Second Hand Husband | Tea Seller | Hindi film |
2015 | Singh Is Bliing | Minister | Hindi film |
2016 | Ardaas | Gurmukh/ Masterji | |
2016 | Vaisakhi List | No Named Character | |
2016 | Ambarsariya | Hakim Manpreet | |
2016 | Lock | Harpal | |
2017 | Bandookan | Kulwinder | |
2018 | Carry on Jatta 2 | Honey | |
2018 | Vadhayiyaan Ji Vadhayiyaan | Sukhi | |
2018 | Afsar | ||
2018 | Son Of Manjeet Singh | Manjeet Singh | |
2018 | Aate Di Chidi | ||
2018 | Jatt vs IELTS | Lakhwinder Singh | |
2018 | Laavaan Phere | Karnail Singh 'Kaila' | |
2018 | Raduaa | ||
2019 | Band Vaaje | [11] | |
2019 | Ardaas Karaan | ||
2019 | Naukar Vahuti Da | Goldie | |
2021 | Paani Ch Madhaani | Directed by Vijay Kumar Arora [12] | |
2022 | Ni Main Sass Kutni | ||
Bai Ji Kuttange | [13] | ||
Cuttputlli | Guleria | Hindi film [14] | |
2023 | Es Jahano Door Kitte Chal Jindiye | Waryam Singh | |
Rang Ratta | |||
Carry on Jatta 3 | Honey | ||
Mastaney | Qalandar | ||
Dunki | Passenger at Laltu Station | Hindi film | |
2024 | Master Scheme Singh [15] † | Web series |
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