This Filmmaker, Once A Medical Student, Changed Punjabi Cinema With His Box Office Hits. He Is...

Filmmaker Anurag Singh,, who has been a part of the Indian film industry for two decades, has proven in his journey why he's a force to be reckoned with. Hailing from a medical background, he carved a niche for himself when he stepped into the world of filmmaking. And soon changed the trajectory of the Punjabi cinema. His debut Punjabi directorial Yaar Annmulle in 2011 became a critical and commercial success.

Singh directed a series of films that broadened the commercial reach of the industry. Films like Jatt & Juliet, Jatt & Juliet 2 turned out to be commercial successes, also establishing a new scale for Punjabi cinema. The filmmaker showcased his versatility with Punjab 1984, a period drama starring Diljit Dosanjh that explored one of Punjab's most turbulent chapters. The film went on to win the National Film Award for Best Feature Film.

Singh dabbled with multiple genres through the course of his journey. His Disco Singh, a romantic comedy, proved to be yet another commercial and critical success for him. Going by his trajectory, the filmmaker has proven why he is one of the most important voices of the Punjabi film industry.

When Singh transitioned to Hindi cinema with Kesari, starring Akshay Kumar, there was keen anticipation. The valiant portrayal of the Battle of Saragarhi left the audience emotional and became one of the biggest hits of the filmmaker and the actor. It was clear Anurag Singh understands the emotional graph of his stories. After the blockbuster success of his last film Border 2, Singh's filmography has now occupied a significant chapter. His repertoire boasts off rousing stories and roaring commercial success. The industry observers will now be watching closely to see what he takes on next .