| Jobanpreet Singh | |
| Birth Name: | Jobanpreet Singh |
| Birth Date: | April 20 |
| Birth Place: | Ludhiana, Punjab |
| Occupation: | Actor . Writer . Producer |
| Years Active: | 2014 - Present |
| Height: | 5"11" |
Jobanpreet Singh, better known as Joban, is an Indian Actor, Writer and Producer. He is best known for playing the role of Karam Singh in Saak and Shinda in Jahankilla.
Jobanpreet Singh[1] is an Indian actor, writer, and filmmaker, known for his contributions to both Hindi and Punjabi cinema.[2] He hails from a Sikh Jatt family in the Ludhiana region of Punjab. From an early age, Singh displayed an undying passion for storytelling, which eventually guided his career path in the entertainment industry.
After completing a Bachelor of Arts degree, Singh joined the Punjab Police, undergoing rigorous training at the Police Recruits Training Centre (PRTC) Jahan Khelan in Hoshiarpur. He subsequently served as a police officer in Ludhiana. Despite his commitment to law enforcement, his passion for cinema never waned. Singh joined a local theatre club in Ludhiana where he cultivated his love for acting and storytelling.[3]
His persistence led to supporting roles in notable Hindi films, including Sarbjit (starring Aishwarya Rai Bachchan) and Dil Jo Na Keh Saka (produced by T-Series). Singh also appeared in Disney+ Hotstar’s series Masoom, and made a mark in Punjabi cinema with supporting roles in films like Rupinder Gandhi 2: The Robinhood, Kande, and Sarabha.[4]
Beyond acting, Singh gained valuable experience behind the scenes. He worked as an Assistant Production Manager on Dangal for Aamir Khan Productions and assisted as a Casting Director for Dil Jo Na Keh Saka and Kande. His multi-faceted skill set in production and casting further enriched his understanding of the filmmaking process.
In September 2019, Singh made his debut as the lead actor in the Punjabi film Saak starring Mandy Takhar.[5] The film garnered him a nomination for Best Debut Actor at the PTC Punjabi Film Awards in 2020, marking a significant milestone in his career.[6] [7]
In September 2024, Singh's much-anticipated project Jahankilla[8] hit the big screen.[9] Not only did Singh write the script, but he also portrayed the lead character, Shinda.[10] Jahankilla holds personal significance for Singh, as it was inspired by his own experiences during police training.[11] [12] The film is a dedication to first responders, honoring the real-life heroes who serve the community. Additionally, Jahankilla showcases new and emerging talent, reflecting Singh's commitment to take risks, break boundaries and set new standards and narratives.[13] [14] Jahankilla was also exclusively premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival where it was critically acclaimed and praised. The event was personally attended by former Indian cricketer and personality Kapil Dev to promote everything this film stands for.[15] [16] [17]
Following the release of Jahankilla, Singh is gearing up for the upcoming releases of his completed films Kikli starring Mandy Takhar, Wamiqa Gabbi and Vadda Ghar starring Mandy Takhar, Nirmal Rishi, Amar Noorie, Sardar Sohi amongst many more talented and well recognized artists.[18] [19]
| Film/Show | Role | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Sarbjit | Pakranger | Supporting Cast |
| Dangal | Assistant Production Manager | Aamir Khan Productions | |
| 2017 | Rupinder Gandhi 2: The Robinhood | Harry | Supporting Cast |
| Dil Jo Na Keh Saka | Tyagi | Supporting Cast & Casting Director | |
| 2018 | Kande | Deepa | Supporting Cast & Casting Director |
| 2019 | Saak | Karam Singh | Main Lead |
| 2022 | Masoom[20] | Jogi | Supporting Cast |
| 2023 | Sarabha | Kanhaya Singh | Supporting Cast |
| 2024 | Jahankilla | Shinda (Shamsher Singh) | Main Lead |
| Kikli | Sooba Singh | Main Lead | |
| Vadda Ghar | Jasbir Singh | Main Lead |
| Year | Film | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Jahankilla | Writer - Story & Screenplay | |
| 2024 | Kikli | Co-writer/Screenplay |
| Year | Project | Name | Role/Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | TV Show | Hasseya Da Halla | Chief Guest | |
| 2023 | Music Video | Moonlight[21] | Main Lead | |
| 2023 | Music Video | 3 Saal with Kaur B[22] | Main Lead |
| 2020 | PTC Punjabi Film Awards | Best Debut Actor | Saak | Nominated[23] |