Sikander Ghuman
Sikander Ghuman, also credited as G Human, is a British-Punjabi actor and producer who primarily works in Punjabi-language films.[1][2][3] He has appeared in the Chal Mera Putt film series and other Punjabi films such as Maurh, Aaja Mexico Challiye, and Marriage Palace.[4][5] Before his film career, he was involved in professional Punjabi theatre.
Early life
[edit]Ghuman was born in Kapurthala, Punjab, India. Following the death of his mother shortly after his birth, he was raised by his grandfather.[1] His family later relocated to the United Kingdom. Prior to entering the entertainment industry, he worked in various jobs.[1]
Theatre
[edit]Ghuman performed in professional Punjabi theatre, playing noted roles in productions including Yaar Kalakaar, Kaem Zindagi, and Jona Mod.[5]
Career
[edit]Ghuman began appearing in Punjabi films in the late 2010s, with roles in Marriage Palace (2018), Band Vaaje (2019), and Jagga Jiunda E (2018).[6] He is known for playing the character Gaafa in the Chal Mera Putt film series, including its sequels Chal Mera Putt, Chal Mera Putt 2, Chal Mera Putt 3 released in 2020, 2021, and the upcoming 2025 installment.[1]
In Aaja Mexico Challiye (2022), he portrayed the father of the character Shehbaaz. In 2023, he appeared as Raja Raghbir Singh in the historical film Maurh.[7][8][9]
Ghuman also featured in Golak Bugni Bank Te Batua 2 (scheduled for 2025) and Parohneya Nu Daffa Karo (2025), the latter released on the streaming platform Chaupal.[10]
In addition to acting, Ghuman produced and acted in the film Aashiqui Not Allowed (2013).[11][12]
Filmography
[edit]| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Aashiqui Not Allowed | Sikander | Producer |
| 2018 | Marriage Palace | Billu | |
| 2018 | Jagga Jiunda E | Raja | |
| 2019 | Band Vaaje | Harpal | |
| 2019 | Chal Mera Putt | Gaafa | |
| 2020 | Chal Mera Putt 2 | Gaafa | |
| 2021 | Chal Mera Putt 3 | Gaafa | |
| 2022 | Aaja Mexico Challiye | Shehbaaz’s father | |
| 2023 | Maurh | Raja Raghbir Singh | |
| 2023 | Maa Da Ladla | ||
| 2025 | Parohneya Nu Daffa Karo | Friend of lead character | Released on Chaupal |
| 2025 | Chal Mera Putt 4 | Gaafa | Upcoming |
| 2025 | Golak Bugni Bank Te Batua 2 | Upcoming |
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d Jaffer, Askari (2025-05-21). "Theatre to Stardom: Sikandar Ghuman's Cinematic Rise". The Hans India. Retrieved 2025-06-14.
- ^ "Sikander Ghuman on 'Gulak Bugni Bank Te Batua 2': A lot of comedy and suspense are waiting - Exclusive". The Times of India. 2022-06-27. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2025-06-14.
- ^ "Sikander Ghuman on his 'Parauneya Nu Dafa Karo' co-star: Kulwinder is the most down-to-earth person I have met - Exclusive". The Times of India. 2022-07-14. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2025-06-14.
- ^ "Kulwinder Billa-starrer Parauneya Nu Dafa Karo to release this year, confirms co-star Sikander Ghuman". The Tribune. Retrieved 2025-06-14.
- ^ a b "पंजाबी सिनेमा के उभरते सितारे सिकंदर घुमन: कोविड काल में मिली चुनौतियों को अवसर में बदला, अब 2025 में नई ऊंचाइयों की तैयारी - Jaipur News". Dainik Bhaskar (in Hindi). 2025-05-10. Archived from the original on 2025-05-11. Retrieved 2025-06-14.
- ^ "Sikander Ghuman urf 'G Human' - Pollywood's 'Jack of all trades'". The Times of India. 2022-03-28. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2025-06-14.
- ^ "Maurh movie review: Ammy Virk dazzles in a frustratingly mediocre historical drama". The Indian Express. 2023-06-09. Retrieved 2025-06-14.
- ^ "Ammy Virk's 'Aaja Mexico Chaliye' new teaser is all about laughter gags". PTC Punjabi. 2022-02-18. Retrieved 2025-06-14.
- ^ "'Aaja Mexico Challiye'". The Times of India. 2022-02-28. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2025-06-14.
- ^ "Living his childhood dream is Sikander Ghuman". The Tribune. Retrieved 2025-06-14.
- ^ "The Tribune, Chandigarh, India - The Tribune Lifestyle". www.tribuneindia.com. Retrieved 2025-06-14.
- ^ "Ashiqui Not Allowed | Cast and Crew | Rotten Tomatoes". www.rottentomatoes.com. Retrieved 2025-06-14.