Amrinderpal Singh Virk, famously known as Ammy Virk, is a multi-talented Punjabi artist. He’s renowned for his singing, acting, and production work in the Punjabi film industry. His breakthrough role as ‘Nikka’ in “Nikka Zaildar” propelled him to stardom.

Wiki/Biography

Ammy Virk was born on May 11, 1992 (age 31 as of 2023), in Lohar Majra village, Nabha, Patiala. His zodiac sign is Taurus. Growing up in an agricultural family, he pursued a B.Sc. in Biotechnology at Punjabi University, Patiala. Even as a student, his passion for performing arts was evident. He excelled in school and college activities, including sports (cricket and handball), singing, poem recitation, bhangra, skits, and mimicry. Interestingly, his career took off when he casually uploaded the song “Chandigarh Diyan Kuudiyan” to YouTube during his final semester of graduation. The song’s unexpected popularity led him to pursue a career in music.

Physical Appearance

Ammy maintains a well-toned physique. Here are his approximate measurements:

• Height: 5′ 8″
• Weight: 65 kg
• Hair Color: Black
• Eye Color: Black
• Body Measurements: Chest 39″, Waist 31″, Biceps 12″

Family & Caste

Ammy Virk hails from a Jatt Sikh family. While details about his parents remain relatively private, he has one elder brother and one sister.

Relationships/Affairs

Ammy Virk’s relationships have been the subject of media speculation. He was once rumored to be dating Punjabi actress Himanshi Khurana. More recently, in November 2023, an Instagram story featuring a birthday cake with the name “Neeti” and affectionate captions fueled further speculation about his current relationship status.

Career

Ammy Virk’s career journey is a testament to his versatility and hard work. He launched his singing career in 2012 with “Chandigarh Diyan Kuudiyan”. His subsequent hits, “Yaar Amli” and “Jatt Da Sahara,” further cemented his position in the Punjabi music scene. His debut album, “Jattizm” (2013), won him the PTC Music Award for Best Album of the Year. He’s delivered numerous other chart-topping songs, including “Zindabaad Yaarian,” “Surma To Sandals,” “Qismat,” “Time Boliyan,” and “Hath Chumme.”

His acting debut in 2015’s “Angrej” marked another significant step in his career. He has since starred in many successful Punjabi films like “Nikka Zaildar,” “Sat Shri Akaal England,” “Harjeeta,” and “Qismat.” Beyond acting and singing, Ammy demonstrates his entrepreneurial spirit by owning “Villagers Film Studios” (a production house) and “In House Group” (a distribution company). He even ventured into Bollywood, portraying pacer Balwinder Singh Sandhu in the 2019 film “83.”

Controversy

Ammy Virk faced criticism after the release of his song “Haan Kargi,” where he was perceived as promoting alcohol and performing actions deemed disrespectful towards religious sentiments. He subsequently issued a public apology.

Favourite Things

Ammy’s personal preferences offer a glimpse into his life outside the spotlight:

• Food: Chhole Kulche, Sarson Da Saag, Makki Roti
• Actors: Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Diljit Dosanjh, Akshay Kumar
• Actresses: Alia Bhatt, Neeru Bajwa
• Singers: Surjit Bindrakhia, Gurdas Maan
• Colors: Black, Red

Facts

Here are some interesting facts about Ammy Virk:

• Hobbies: Bike riding, sleeping, reading
• Family origins: Pakistan
• Early singing experience: Sang at his cousin’s wedding at age 7
• First song budget: ?10,000
• Loves dogs
• Known for his Patiala Shahi Turban
• Rumored secret marriage to Himanshi Khurana (later denied)
• Dream project: A film about warriors
• Biotechnology degree: Influenced by a girlfriend’s choice of study.

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