In a recent interview with Film Companion, Diljit shared insights into the challenges he faced while trying to imitate Chamkila’s distinctive singing style.Expressing the difficulty of replicating Chamkila’s songs, Diljit said, “It was tough. It was difficult because people have heard Chamkila’s songs like rhymes. So if someone else is singing it, it will 101 per cent look odd. But we have tried, and AR Rahman sir’s team has helped us a lot.”
Diljit also revealed some playful moments during the film’s production, mentioning how he and Imtiaz Ali would occasionally prank Parineeti Chopra by providing her with one pitch to sing while informing the musician of a different one.
Amar Singh Chamkila | Song – Tu Kya Jaane
He added, “Even Parineeti, I did not have expectations from her because Amarjot’s part was tougher. Amarjot used to sing in a very high pitch. So, we have tried. I cannot sing like Chamkila and Parineeti cannot sing like Amarjot. We have only tried. Since in the film it is connected to the story, people might like it.”
Recently, Parineeti shared her experience in Amar Singh Chamkila and wrote on Instagram, “Diljit and I had the privilege of playing the role of two legends who changed the music landscape in India… recreating their famous images in the film and seeing them again today gives me goosebumps. Cannot wait to share the world of Chamkila with everyone (heart emojis) #Chamkila. Wouldn’t have been the same without my jodidaar.”
The movie will be out on a streaming platform on April 12.