Jasjeet Singh Gill, better known as Jimmy Shergill, is an Indian actor and film producer who mostly works in the Hindi and Punjabi film industries. He rose to fame after playing the role of ‘Karan Chaudhary’ in the Bollywood film “Mohabbatein”.
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Jimmy Shergill was born on Thursday, 3 December 1970 (age 49 years; as in 2019) in Devkahiya village, Sardarnagar, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. Their zodiac sign is Sagittarius. Jimmy belongs to a family of elite land owners from Punjab. Shergill did his schooling from St. Paul’s College, Lucknow, The Punjab Public School, Nabha and Yadavendra Public School, Patiala. While in school, Jimmy wanted to join the armed forces. He joined Bikram College of Punjabi University to pursue B.Com. After this, Jimmy joined Post Graduate Government College – 11, Chandigarh, Panjab University to complete his post graduation. When Shergill was in college, his cousin Suminder convinced him to try his luck in films. After completing his post graduation, Jimmy moved to Mumbai to become an actor. He attended the acting classes of Roshan Taneja in Mumbai to learn acting. In 1994, when Gulzar was directing “Maachis”, Jimmy approached him asking for a chance to assist him. At that time Gulzar offered him a small role in the film.
Physical Appearance
Height (Approx): 5′ 8″
Hair Color: Black
Eye colour: black
family and caste
Jimmy Shergill belongs to a Sikh Jat family.
parents and siblings
Jimmy Shergill is the son of Satyajit Singh Shergill and late Balraj Kaur Shergill. He has a brother, Aman Shergill.
Jimmy Shergill’s father
wife and children
Jimmy married his longtime girlfriend Priyanka Puri in 2001. The couple has a son, Veer Shergil.
jimmy shergill wedding photo
Jimmy Shergill with his wife
Jimmy Shergill with his son
livelihood
Jimmy Shergill started his acting career in 1996 with the political thriller, “Maachis”. He played the character of ‘Jaimal’ in the film. He came into limelight after playing the role of ‘Karan Chaudhary’ in the film “Mohabbatein”.
jimmy shergill in mohabbatein
Subsequently, he appeared in films such as “Yeh Zindagi Ka Safar,” “Mere Yaar Ki Shaadi Hai,” “Dil Vil Pyar Vyaar,” “Munna Bhai MBBS,” “Hum Tum,” and “Silsile.”
Jimmy debuted in Punjabi film in 2005 with the film “Yaaran Naal Baharan”, in which he played the role of ‘Navdeep Singh Brar’.
Jimmy Shergill in Yaaraan Naal Baharaan
Subsequently, she acted in Punjabi films such as “Mannat,” “Tera Mera Ki Rishta,” “Munde UK De,” “Mel Karade Rabba,” “Dharti,” “Jindua,” and “Dana Paani.”
Jimmy Shergill in Dana Paani
Some of her popular Bollywood films include “Tom Dick and Harry,” “A Wednesday!”, “My Name Is Khan,” “Saheb, Biwi Aur Gangster,” “Tanu Weds Manu,” “Veere Ki Wedding,” and “Judgmental.” Are included. What is it?”
Jimmy Shergill in Tanu Weds Manu
As a filmmaker, he has produced the films “Dharti,” “Taur Mittran Di,” “Saadi Love Story,” and “Rangeele.”
In 2020, Jimmy made his digital media debut with ZEE5’s web series, “Rangbaaz Phirse”.
jimmy shergill in rangbaaz firse
award
- Best Actor Award at the 11th Norway Bollywood Film Festival in Oslo for Saheb, Biwi Aur Gangster Returns (2013)
- PTC Best Actor Award for Mail Karade Rabba (2010)
- PTC Best Film (Critics) Award for Dharti
Car/Bike Collection
Jimmy Shergill has a Range Rover.
Jimmy Shergill with his car
He also owns a Harley Davidson.
Jimmy Shergill with his bike
Salary and Net Worth
Jimmy Shergill’s net worth is estimated to be Rs. 68 crores. He got Rs. Get paid. 1-2 crores for a film.
Signature
jimmy shergill signature
Favourite Things
- Food: Mustard greens with corn bread
- Film: American History X (1998)
- Quote: “Let’s go our separate ways together”
Facts/General Knowledge
- His hobbies include reading, playing and watching cricket.
- Jimmy follows a non-vegetarian diet.
- Shergill is often seen drinking alcohol on various occasions.
- Jimmy wore a turban until he was 18. However, he later removed it as it was difficult for him to handle it during his hostel days. After watching him become a cut serd, his family became so disappointed with him that they did not speak to Jimmy for almost a year.
- In 1989, Jimmy survived a major bike accident. Some of his bones were broken in the accident.
- Jimmy is not so active on social media.
- Shergil considers Bhagat Singh as his ideal.
- Jimmy changed the spelling of his surname from “Shergil” to “Shergil”. Because when Jimmy tried to create his account on social media, his name had already been used.
- Apparently Jimmy is a very emotional person and tears come to his eyes over the smallest things.
- Jimmy loves shopping.
- Jimmy is an ardent follower of Lord Ganesha.
Jimmy Shergill praying to Lord Ganesha
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