Key Points
- Gippy Grewal calls Bhalla family and the soul of Carry On Jatta
- Tribute film stars Gippy Grewal Sargun Mehta Binnu Dhillon
- VFX process took over six months using archival footage
Mumbai, March 19. The teaser of the upcoming Punjabi film ‘Carry On Jatta 4’, was unveiled on Thursday. It features the late legendary comedy icon Jaswinder Bhalla in a special appearance.
Jaswinder Bhalla is celebrated for his impeccable comic timing and unforgettable performances, Bhalla remains one of the most beloved figures in Punjabi entertainment.
The film also stars Gippy Grewal, Sargun Mehta, Binnu Dhillon, Karamjit Anmol, Shinda Grewal, Jasmine Bajwa, and Sweetaj Brar.
Talking about the film, Punjabi superstar Gippy Grewal said, “Jaswinder Bhalla paaji wasn’t just an actor to us, he was family, a guiding light, and the soul of ‘Carry On Jatta’. Bringing him back, even for a moment, is emotional beyond words. ‘Through Carry On Jatta 4’, we haven’t recreated him, we are celebrating him. His laughter, his energy, his spirit, they still live with us, and always will. This is our humble tribute to a legend who never really left us”.
Gippy Grewal on the Emotional Tribute to Bhalla
Jaswinder Bhalla passed away before the shoot of the film began, his recreation has been achieved through a meticulous blend of advanced VFX and CG techniques. The process spanned over six months, during which footage from one of his earlier films was carefully sourced and scanned to ensure an authentic and respectful representation. What makes this moment truly historic is that, for the first time in the world, an artist who is no longer with us continues to perform on screen marking a rare and possibly first of its kind achievement in the history of cinema.
Presented by Humble Motion Pictures FZCO, Produced by Gippy Grewal & Ravneet Kaur Grewal, the film is set to release in cinemas on June 26, 2026.
Looking ahead: The film's release will test audience reception to the VFX recreation and could set a precedent for honoring late stars in Punjabi cinema.
–IANS
How VFX Brought Jaswinder Bhalla Back to Screen
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