Ammy Virk

Born as Amninderpal Singh Virk on 11 May 1992 to a Sikh Jat family in the village of Lohar Majra in Nabha, Patiala. He did a BSc in Biotechnology at the Punjabi University in Patiala. In an interview with The Tribune he said, "It was my mother who told me that I should try singing. I have learned it. I am a singer because of my mother and I love her for having faith in me."

Virk started his film career with Angrej produced by Rhythm Boyz Entertainment and released in 2015. He played the role of Haakam which shows a negative role. Jasmine Singh of The Tribune said, “Angrej is also the ground for singer Ammy Virk, who opens his innings here. If it were just looks, the singer gets a five on five; as far as dialogue delivery goes, there is more work that needs to be done. All the same, he makes his character look and sound real.”{{Cite web|url=https://www.tribuneindia.com/mobi/news/movie-reviews/love-ly-lanes/113715.html|title=Love-ly-lanes|website=tribuneindia.com|access-date=2018-10-12}} Also, he won Best Debut Actor Award at PTC Punjabi Film Awards for his role in the film.{{Cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/punjabi/movies/news/PTC-Punjabi-Film-Awards-2016-Complete-list-of-winners/articleshow/51833601.cms|title=PTC Punjabi Film Awards 2016 Winners list|website=timesofinidia.com|access-date=2018-10-12}}

In 2016, his second film Ardaas directed by Gippy Grewal was released. In the film he played the supporting role of Agyapal Singh(Aasi). Divya Pal of News18 said, “It is interesting to see how the film’s supporting actors serve up strong performances. Ammy Virk is suitably striking as Aasi [...]”{{Cite news|url=https://www.news18.com/news/movies/ardaas-review-gippy-grewals-directorial-venture-is-a-heartfelt-film-with-nuanced-performances-1215411.html|title='Ardaas' review: Gippy Grewal's directorial venture is a heartfelt film with nuanced performances|work=News18|access-date=2018-10-12}} Uttam of Punjabi Teshan said, “[...] Ammy Virk has improved so much, he acted like a good theatre artist. [...]”{{Cite news|url=https://www.punjabiteshan.com/ardaas-punjabi-movie-review-gippy-grewal-gurpreet-ghuggi-ammy-virk/|title=Ardaas Punjabi Movie Review – Gippy Grewal – Gurpreet Ghuggi – Ammy Virk|date=2016-03-12|work=Punjabi Teshan|access-date=2018-10-12}} Later in July, his film Bambukat was released being his second collaboration with Rhythm Boyz Entertainment. The film was directed by Pankaj Batra and was Virk's first film as a lead Actor. Gurlove Singh of BookMyShow said, "Ammy Virk is a revelation. He has proven that he chooses his scripts carefully. [...] he packs a solid punch in Bambukat. He has definitely grown as an actor. He is exceptional in the emotional scenes. [...] your heart goes out to Channan, and that’s only because of Ammy Virk’s effective portrayal."{{Cite web|url=https://in.bookmyshow.com/entertainment/bambukat-film-review/76390|title=Bambukat Movie Review, Trailer and Story - BookMyShow|website=in.bookmyshow.com|access-date=2018-10-13}} He won Best Actor Award at PTC Punjabi Film Awards shared with Amrinder Gill for his role of "Channan Singh" in the film{{Cite news|url=https://punjabdreamz.com/ptc-punjabi-film-awards-2017/|title=PTC Punjabi Film Awards 2017{{!}} Winners{{!}} Nominations{{!}} Categories|date=2017-04-25|work=PunjabDreamz|access-date=2018-10-13}} and Best Actor Critics Award at Filmfare Awards Punjabi shared with Gurpreet Ghuggi.{{Cite news|url=https://www.filmfare.com/news/winners-of-the-jio-filmfare-awards-punjabi-2017_-19658.html|title=Winners of the Jio Filmfare Awards (Punjabi) 2017|work=filmfare.com|access-date=2018-10-13}} In September, he starred in Nikka Zaildar as Nikka.

In 2017, he started with playing a special appearance in the Tarsem Jassar's starrer Rabb Da Radio song "Akh Boldi". In May, his thriller film Saab Bahadar was released. Jasmine Singh of The Tribune, said "Now, it’s time for the Saab Bahadur to come in- Punjabi singer-actor Ammy Virk plays the real cop, the Saab Bahadur in the film [...] he nails it this time too."{{Cite web|url=https://www.tribuneindia.com/mobi/news/movie-reviews/saab-bahadur-bond-with-the-best/413097.html|title=Saab Bahadur: Bond with the best|website=tribuneindia.com}} Gurlove Singh of BookMyShow said, "There’s no denying the fact that Ammy Virk is the heart and soul of Saab Bahadar. He is portraying the titular role and has introduced us to a new brand of a cop with his spellbinding performance. He enacts his character with earnestness and authenticity. He is brilliant in every frame and charges assertively throughout the film. His portrayal of Saab Bahadar stamps the fact that he is one of the most sought-after actors in the Punjabi film industry these days."{{Cite web|url=https://in.bookmyshow.com/entertainment/saab-bahadar-review/103738|title=Saab Bahadar: Film Review - A Perfect Murder Mystery|website=in.bookmyshow.com|access-date=2018-10-13}} The film was critically praised but commercially it was not that good.

You can't experiment much. If you make an experimental film in Punjab, then I don't think it will work right now as the market is not that big. If the market grows, then more types of genres like action and suspense can also do well.{{Cite news|url=https://www.business-standard.com/article/news-ians/can-t-experiment-much-in-punjabi-films-ammy-virk-118070800273_1.html|title=Can't experiment much in Punjabi films: Ammy Virk|last=IANS|date=2018-07-08|work=Business Standard India|access-date=2018-10-13}}

-Ammy Virk

In September 2017, his film Nikka Zaildar 2 sequel to Nikka Zaildar was released. The film was set in a bygone era and upon its release was announced HIT by Box Office India.{{Cite web|url=https://www.boxofficeindia.com/report-details.php?articleid=3278|title=Nikka Zaildar 2 Is A HIT - Box Office India|website=www.boxofficeindia.com|access-date=2018-10-22}} Jasmine Singh of The Tribune said, "Actor-singer Ammy Virk melts into his character, just like he did in Nikka Zaildar. With a line of hits to his credit, Ammy is only growing as an artist. He has banged on comic timing, and the same can be said about his emotional scenes."{{Cite web|url=https://www.tribuneindia.com/mobi/news/life-style/nikka-nails-it-yet-again/471454.html|title=Nikka nails it, yet again!|last=Singh|first=Jasmine|date=2017-09-23|website=Tribune India}} Later, in December Sat Shri Akaal England was released. In the film, Virk played the role of Major German Singh Mann. The film was not critically and commercially successful but Virk's performance was appreciated. Manjit Singh of Santa Banta said, "Ammy is a natural actor who doesn't require much effort to bring out his best."{{Cite web|url=http://www.santabanta.com/bollywood/123206/review-sat-shri-akaal-england--a-poor-ripped-off-version-of-namastey-london/|title=Review: 'Sat Shri Akaal England' - A poor ripped-off version of 'Namastey London'|website=www.santabanta.com|access-date=2018-10-22}}

In 2018, he started Laung Laachi with a negative supporting role of Ajaypal Singh. The film was written and directed by Amberdeep Singh also starred in the film as a lead Actor. The film was commercially successful and also one of highest grossing Punjabi films of 2018. Later, in May Harjeeta was released. The film was based on Harjeet Singh a hockey player who served as captain for Indian Hockey Team and won World Cup. Jasmine Singh of The Tribune praising his performance said, "It is hard not to notice the actor’s hard work, whether it is adopting the real Tuli’s young looks, his mannerism and his style. Ammy delivers an award winning performance. Ammy has taken to the character like chalk and cheese."{{Cite web|url=https://www.tribuneindia.com/mobi/news/movie-reviews/straight-pass-to-the-goal-post/591148.html|title=Straight pass to the goal post|last=Singh|first=Jasmine|date=2018-05-18|website=Tribune India}}

In September, Qismat was released. The film was named after a song sung by himself only because of the similarity in the lead cast, crew and emotions.{{Cite web|url=https://www.tribuneindia.com/mobi/news/life-style/qismat-badaldi-veykhi-main/653984.html|title=Qismat and also veykhi main|last=Singh|first=Jasmine|website=tribuneindia.com}} The film was written and directed by Jagdeep Sidhu. In the film, Virk played the role of Shivjit Singh Gill opposite to Sargun Mehta in the film. Gurlove Singh of BookMyShow said, "Qismat belongs to Ammy Virk and Sargun Mehta. They are the heart and soul of the movie. They both give equally good, well-balanced and superlative performances. You cannot help but fall in love with their on-screen chemistry. They make you smile and cry several times in those two hours. It’s hard to believe anyone else portraying Shivjit and Bani’s roles."{{Cite news|url=https://in.bookmyshow.com/discover/movies/reviews/punjabi-reviews/qismat-film-review/amp|title=[Review] Qismat: Grab Some Tissues Because This Film Is Definitely A Tearjerker!|date=2018-09-21|work=BookMyShow|access-date=2018-09-21}}

Jasmine Singh of The Tribune also praised the lead cast, saying, “Ammy Virk and Sargun Mehta share strong onscreen chemistry. Ammy makes every word he says achievable in real life. He is one effortless actor who can make the audiences laugh, cry and now, believe in true love.”{{Cite news|url=https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/movie-reviews/love-and-loads-of-luck/656558.html|title=[Review] Qismat: Love and loads of luck|date=2018-09-21|work=The Tribune|access-date=2018-09-21}}

In 2019, his films Muklawa and Nikka Zaildar 3 were released. In Muklawa he co-starred with Sonam Bajwa for the third time after Nikka Zaildar and Nikka Zaildar 2. Actress Rose Sardana also starred in Muklawa for the first time with Ammy Virk. In the same year his Chhalle Mundiyaan was released, as was Guddiyan Patole starring Gurnam Bhullar on the other hand produced by him.

In 2021, he made his Bollywood debut in Bhuj: The Pride of India where he played the role of a fighter pilot.{{Cite web|url=https://www.mid-day.com/articles/sanjay-dutt-sonakshi-sinha-rana-daggubati-parineeti-and-ammy-virk-join-ajay-devgn-in-bhuj/20599175|title=Sanjay Dutt, Sonakshi Sinha, Rana Daggubati, Parineeti and Ammy Virk join Ajay Devgn in Bhuj|date=2019-03-20|website=mid-day|language=en|access-date=2019-03-26}}{{Cite web|url=https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment/news/bollywood-news/article/bhuj-the-pride-of-india-full-cast-revealed-parineeti-chopra-sanjay-dutt-rana-daggubati-sonakshi-sinha-ammy-virk-join-ajay-devgn/385934|title=Bhuj: The Pride of India full cast revealed! Parineeti Chopra, Sanjay Dutt, Rana Daggubati, Sonakshi Sinha, Ammy Virk join Ajay Devgn {{!}} Bollywood News|website=www.timesnownews.com|language=en-GB|access-date=2019-03-26}} He also featured in another Bollywood film 83 directed by Kabir Khan. The film is based on the life of Indian cricket player Kapil Dev. Virk played the role of fast bowler Balwinder Sandhu.{{Cite web|title=Singer Ammy Virk To Star As Balvinder Singh Sandhu In '83|url=https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/singer-ammy-virk-to-star-as-balvinder-singh-sandhu-in-83-1982174|access-date=2019-01-24|website=NDTV.com}}{{Cite web|url=https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment/news/bollywood-news/article/punjabi-singer-actor-ammy-virk-to-play-balwinder-singh-sandhu-in-kabir-khan-s-83/352490|title=Punjabi singer-actor Ammy Virk to play Balwinder Singh Sandhu in Kabir Khan's '83 {{!}} Bollywood News|website=www.timesnownews.com|access-date=2019-01-24}}{{Cite web|url=https://www.news18.com/news/movies/punjabi-star-ammy-virk-to-make-bollywood-debut-as-cricketer-balwinder-singh-sandhu-in-world-cup-movie-2011431.html|title=Punjabi Star Ammy Virk to Make Bollywood Debut as Cricketer Balwinder Singh Sandhu in World Cup Movie|website=News18|date=23 January 2019 |access-date=2019-01-24}} Virk appeared in the music video of the song Filhaal 2 by B praak.{{Cite web|date=2021-07-07|title=Filhaal 2 song: Akshay Kumar, Nupur Sanon and Ammy Virk love triangle end in heartbreak|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/music/filhaal-2-mohabbat-song-akshay-kumar-ammy-virk-nupur-sanon-song-7391311/|access-date=2021-07-27|website=The Indian Express|language=en}} He was cast alongside Vicky Kaushal and Tripti Dimri in the 2024 Hindi Comedy film Bad Newz.{{Cite web |title=Bad News (2024) |url=https://www.imdb.com/title/tt24517830/}} In the same year, he appeared in Khel Khel Mein as part of an ensemble cast consisting of Akshay Kumar, Taapsee Pannu, Vaani Kapoor, Aditya Seal, Pragya Jaiswal, and Fardeen Khan.{{Cite web |title=Khel Khel Mein (2024) |url=https://www.imdb.com/title/tt27056012/}}

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