Imtiaz Ali’s film “Amar Singh Chamkila” is not only shining brightly, but also receiving praise from various members of the cast. Anjum Batra, who portrays Kesar Singh Tikki in the movie, acknowledges that the stardom of Imtiaz and Diljit Dosanjh is positively impacting his own recognition. Despite this, Anjum remains humble and expresses gratitude for the recognition he has received for his portrayal of Tikki, especially from Tikki’s family, which he considers a great honor. Interestingly, Anjum, originally from Punjab, was unfamiliar with Tikki’s character until he immersed himself in Imtiaz’s well-crafted script, which revealed the depth and complexity of Tikki’s personality, showcasing both his love and frustration towards Chamkila.
Reflecting on his experience working with Imtiaz, Anjum praises the director for his grounded nature and his ability to bring out the best in his actors, regardless of their role in the film. He emphasizes that on set, there is no hierarchy between lead actors and supporting cast, thanks to Imtiaz’s inclusive approach. Anjum considers the lesson of treating everyone equally as one of the most valuable takeaways from working with the talented director. When it comes to his co-star Diljit, Anjum shares a touching detail about the actor’s pre-action ritual of chanting spiritual mantras, highlighting Diljit’s humility and connection to divinity, which Anjum finds inspiring and humbling.
