Meezaan Jafri, the Bollywood actor, recently revealed that he had auditioned for the role of Amar Singh Chamkila in the Imtiaz Ali-directed biopic of the same name. In a recent interview, Jafri admitted that while he gave the audition his all, he believes that Diljit Dosanjh was the perfect choice for the role.

"I did the full stache, wore the pagdi, learnt Chamkila's song...went for it dil se," Jafri shared, highlighting his dedication to the audition process. He further added, praising Dosanjh, "He knows the flavour... absolutely smashed it".

The Imtiaz Ali film, Amar Singh Chamkila, explores the life and times of the controversial Punjabi singer, Amar Singh Chamkila, who was known for his provocative lyrics and untimely death. Dosanjh's portrayal of the singer has been widely praised by critics and audiences alike.

Meezaan Jafri has auditioned for Imtiaz Ali several times. Despite not being selected for the role, Jafri holds no resentment and acknowledges Dosanjh's suitability for the part. He recognized that Dosanjh's understanding of the cultural nuances and musicality of Chamkila's work made him an ideal fit.

The film has received positive reviews for its authentic portrayal of the Punjab music scene of the 1980s and the challenges faced by Chamkila and his wife, Amarjot, played by Parineeti Chopra. Dosanjh's performance has been particularly lauded for capturing the essence of Chamkila's charisma and musical talent.