In a recent interview, director Kabir Singh Chowdhary, known for his movie “Mehsampur,” shed light on the unsolved murder case of the famous singer Amar Singh Chamkila. He offered his perspective on the reasons behind the lingering mystery surrounding Chamkila’s death.
Amar Singh Chamkila, the renowned Punjabi singer, has returned to the spotlight due to Imtiaz Ali’s film. Starring Diljit Dosanjh and Parineeti Chopra, “Amar Singh Chamkila” on Netflix is a biopic of the singer dubbed the Elvis of Punjab. Director Kabir Singh Chowdhary previously made “Mehsampur,” a critically acclaimed film about Chamkila. In a recent interview, Chowdhary discussed his research for “Mehsampur” and shared insights into why Chamkila’s murder case remains unsolved.
In an interview with Hindustan Times, director Kabir Singh Chowdhary mentioned meeting someone allegedly involved in Amar Singh Chamkila’s murder. However, he clarified it was hearsay and didn’t rely heavily on it. Chowdhary gained insights into the motives behind the killings but didn’t emphasize it. He described Punjab’s atmosphere as chaotic and lawless at the time, where personal feuds were often settled violently. Thus, the true reason behind Chamkila’s murder remains a mystery.
Kabir Singh Chowdhary, when asked why Amar Singh Chamkila’s murder case remains unsolved, suggested several reasons. He mentioned the complexity of the case, with various possible motives and suspects, making it challenging to solve. Additionally, as time has passed, collecting evidence has become harder for investigators. Chowdhary also highlighted the potential influence of political or societal pressures on hindering the investigation. All these factors contribute to the mystery surrounding Chamkila’s unsolved murder case, according to the director’s perspective.
Mehsampur” hit the screens in 2018 and bagged the Grand Jury Prize at the MAMI festival that year. Meanwhile, Imtiaz Ali’s “Amar Singh Chamkila” boasts an impressive IMDb rating of 8.2. Diljit Dosanjh’s portrayal in the lead role is winning praise from audiences and critics alike.
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