Mohali, August 22, 2025 – In a shocking and heartbreaking turn of events, Punjabi actor and comedian Jaswinder Bhalla passed away on Friday morning at the age of 65. The veteran entertainer, who brought laughter to millions with his witty humor and iconic roles, breathed his last at Fortis Hospital, Mohali, following a massive brain stroke.
According t o hospital sources, Bhalla was rushed to the emergency unit after his condition suddenly deteriorated. Despite efforts by doctors, he could not be revived. The actor also suffered significant blood loss during the medical crisis, which further complicated his situation.
Final Moments in Hospital
Bhalla’s sudden health setback came as a shock to his family, colleagues, and fans. Sources revealed that he had been keeping well until just hours before the stroke. His admission to Fortis Hospital late Thursday night created panic among fans once the news spread. Sadly, by early Friday morning, the hospital confirmed his demise.
Doctors later stated that the cause of death was linked to a severe brain stroke compounded by blood complications, leaving no chance of recovery.
Funeral and Last Rites
The comedian’s final rites will be performed on Saturday, August 23, at 12:00 PM at the Balongi cremation ground in Mohali. A heavy police presence is expected due to the massive gathering of fans alongside prominent faces from the Punjabi film industry and political circles.
Family members have urged fans to join in peacefully and pray for the departed soul.
Wave of Shock and Grief
The news of Jaswinder Bhalla’s death has sent shockwaves across Punjab and the Punjabi diaspora worldwide. Social media platforms were flooded within minutes with condolences, old video clips, and emotional tributes.
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Fellow actor Gippy Grewal, visibly shaken, wrote, “I have lost a father figure today. Punjab has lost its smile.”
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Several Punjab leaders and ministers remembered him as “the voice of the people, who used humor to speak the truth.”
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Fans described his death as “the end of an era of clean Punjabi comedy.”
In many towns across Punjab, fans gathered in public places playing his famous dialogues on loudspeakers as a mark of respect.
Legacy Now Shadowed by Silence
While Bhalla’s illustrious career in films and comedy is celebrated, today’s grief overshadows his achievements. Known for Advocate Dhillon in Carry On Jatta and Chacha Chatar Singh in Chhankata, Bhalla’s performances had become a staple of Punjabi households.
His death, however, highlights the sudden fragility of life — even for someone who spread joy endlessly. Many fans are finding it hard to believe that the man who made Punjab laugh for decades has left the stage forever.
End of an Era in Punjabi Cinema
With his passing, Punjabi cinema has lost not just a comedian but one of its most respected veterans. His laughter, timing, and humble personality created a deep bond with audiences.
As one mourner at Mohali hospital said: “We came here hoping he would recover. Instead, we are leaving with the silence he left behind.”
Jaswinder Bhalla’s laughter has fallen silent, but his memory will echo through Punjabi cinema forever. His death has not only left his family and colleagues shattered but also robbed Punjab of one of its brightest cultural voices.
