Our Instagram feed is full of Diljit Dosanjh’s viral concert moments—right? He is a terrific performer, not just on stage but on screen too. He has proved his mettle in the Bollywood industry and has always stood out with his impeccable acting skills. Diljit has time and again proved that he not only can set the stage on fire with his rockstar abilities but also holds the power to create a lasting impact on cinemagoers with his film performances.
6 Must-watch Hindi films of Diljit Dosanjh
While his energy-filled concerts continue to make waves on social media, let’s look at some of his Hindi films featuring Diljit Dosanjh as a great performer.
1. ‘Udta Punjab’
Diljit delivered a standout performance in this Abhishek Chaubey directorial film. He brought depth to the role of Sartaj along with authenticity and conviction. He held his own against stalwarts like Alia Bhatt, Shahid Kapoor, and Kareena Kapoor and proved his acting skills with full sincerity.
The film revolves around the harsh reality of the drug problem in Punjab. Diljit, in one of his interviews during the promotion of the film, had said that the film’s intention was always right. The actor also said that he hopes he doesn’t embarrass his fans with his performance. After eight years of its release, we can guarantee that Diljit hasn’t stopped making his fans proud since then.
IMDb Rating: 7.7/10
2. ‘Phillauri’
If you are a fan of light-hearted comedy films, then Phillauri is an ideal film for you to escape the hustle and bustle of life and enjoy a slice-of-life film. The film revolves around modern-day relationships in a comedic setup. Along with Diljit, the film also stars Anushka Sharma who plays a friendly ghost. Diljit plays Roop and adds depth to the otherwise comedic narrative. His chemistry with Anushka was the high point of the film and they were loved as a couple widely by the audience.
IMDb Rating: 6.1/10
3. ’Soorma’
Diljit played the legendary hockey player, Sandeep Singh in this biographical film. Diljit’s performance was real, gritty and soul-stirring. Diljit aced the knack of balancing vulnerability and resilience in a striking manner and amazed audiences. Soorma is hailed as Diljit’s one of best performances and we agree!
Need some motivation to stay determined? Watch this film and get inspired by this remarkable tale of grit and perseverance.
IMDb Rating: 7.3/10
4. ‘Arjun Patiala’
Want to watch a no-brainer that is absolute comedy? Then, Arjun Patiala ticks all the checkboxes. Diljit plays a happy-go-lucky cop who falls in love with a journalist, played by Kriti Sanon. The film is filled with comedic situations and humorous plot twists where Diljit is on a roll with his comedy timing and cute antics.
Watch this one with your friends and find yourself rolling on the floor most of the time!
IMDb Rating: 4.3/10
5. ‘Amar Singh Chamkila’
This Imtiaz Ali directorial is based on the lives of Amar Singh Chamkila and Amarjot Kaur, played by Diljit Dosanjh and Parineeti Chopra. A star performance in Diljit’s filmography where Diljit nailed the role, earning accolades from fans and critics alike. Diljit’s portrayal of Chamkila seemed authentic and soul-stirring—his talent knows no bounds!
Diljit acted and sang in this film, giving it an authentic touch and shined throughout the film with his acting abilities and singing talent.
IMDb Rating: 7.8/10
6. ‘Good Newwz’
A perfect comedy film, starring Akshay Kumar, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Kiara Advani alongside Diljit Dosanjh. If you are a fan of an out-and-out comedy then this film will amaze you with its comedic elements. Akshay and Diljit are a delight to watch whenever they appear together on the screen and Diljit’s scenes with Kiara and Kareena are equally hilarious.
An interesting tale of IVF chaos, this film is definitely going to be added to your all-time favourite films.
IMDb Rating: 6.8/10
Diljit’s filmography is versatile, just like his singing capabilities. Add these Diljit Dosanjh films to your watchlist, if you haven’t watched them already!
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