Gurpreet Singh Waraich (born 19 June 1971), commonly known as Gurpreet Ghuggi, is an Indian actor, comedian and politician. He is known for his works in Punjabi and Hindi films. Ghuggi began his career by acting in theatre in the early 1990s, after which he had recurring roles in television series such as Ronak Mela and the soap opera Parchhaven. He gained international public recognition with comedic leading roles through his videos Ghuggi Junction (2003) and Ghuggi Shoo Mantar (2004), before beginning his film career by starring as Patwari Jhilmil Singh in Asa Nu Maan Watna Da (2004). He starred in the film Carry On Jatta (2012), and was praised for his meaningful leading role in Ardaas (2015).
Personal life Gurpreet Singh Waraich was born on 19 June 1971 in Gurdaspur in Punjab. He is married to Kuljeet Kaur with whom he has a son and a daughter. He is an eggetarian.
Acting career Early career Ghuggi's career began with his appearance in several theatrical plays. In the 1990s, he got his break on television when he was cast in the comedic series, Ronak Mela. After Ronak Mela, Ghuggi had lead roles on the soap opera Parchhaven, playing a serious character, as well as on several shows, including Ghuggi Express and Ghuggi On Line.
2004-present Ghuggi's debut film role was in the romantic drama Jee Aayan Nu, in which he played a travel agency role. Released in 2002, the movie went direct-to-video. Soon after, he became a cast member in several films, including a breakthrough in 2015, when he was given the opportunity to play the lead role in Ardaas. His involvement in the film earned him the Filmfare Award for Best Actor (critics).
Alongside working in Punjabi cinema movies, Ghuggi has appeared in a few Bollywood and Canadian cinema films such as Singh Is Kinng and Breakaway. He received public recognition in India through his participation in The Great Indian Laughter Challenge, a reality show on STAR One. Later Ghuggi appeared with his wife, Kuljeet Kaur, on Star One's Hans Baliye and won the contest.
Ghuggi has appeared in live concerts such as Shounki Mela 2003 (along with Kamal Heer, Manmohan Waris and Sangtar), Vaisakhi Mela 2009 (along with Jazzy B and Sukhshinder Shinda) and Vaisakhi Mela 2010 (along with Nachatter Gill, Master Saleem and others).
In 2020, Ghuggi started a new talk show called Hasdeyaan De Ghar Vasde on Zee Punjabi and Zee5. Ghuggi hosts the show with Khushboo Grewal.
Political career In 2014, Waraich joined the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). From 4 September 2016 to 10 May 2017, he had led AAP Punjab as the party's state convener but was replaced by Bhagwant Maan. After his replacement, he quit the party. He had contested from the Batala Assembly Constituency during the 2017 Punjab Legislative Assembly election but lost, placing third behind Lakhbir Singh Lodhinangal and Ashwani Sekhri.
Discography Year Album Record label 2018 Heereye Da Boldi MovieBox 2015 Charai Yarran Di Vanjhali Recordz 2012 Punjabi Gabru Vanjhali Recordz 2007 Meri Vahuti Da Viyah Shemaroo 2005 Ghuggi Khol Pitari T-Series 2005 Tamasha Ghuggi Da T-Series 2004 Ghuggi Shoo Mantar T-Series 2004 Ghuggi Da Viah T-Series 2003 Ghuggi De Bachche T-Series 2003 Ghuggi Kare Kolki Music Waves 2003 Ghuggi Junction Plasma Records 2002 Tohfe Ghuggi De T-Series
Videography Year Title Record label 2010 Ghasita Hawaldar Santa Banta Frar Shemaroo 2010 Khich Ghuggi Khich T-Series 2009 Ghuggi Hein Te Udd Ke Vakha Eagle 2009 Ghuggi Labhey Gharwali Shemaroo 2008 Ghuggi Yaar Gup Na Mar Shemaroo 2008 Ghuggi De Barati Tips 2007 Meri Vahuti Da Viyah Shemaroo 2005 Ghuggi Khol Pitari T-Series 2004 Ghuggi Chhoo Mantar T-Series 2003 Ghuggi Junction Plasma Records
Filmography Films +Key Denotes films that have not yet been released. All films are in Punjabi, unless otherwise noted. Year Title Role Notes 2002 Jee Aayan Nu Travel Agent 2003 Pind Di Kudi Lalli's uncle 2004 Asa Nu Maan Watna Da Patwari Jhilmil Singh 2005 Nalaik Mama special appearance Jijaji Mr. Sandhu Yaaran Naal Baharan Rangila 2006 Dil Apna Punjabi Prabhjot Singh Mundi Humko Deewana Kar Gaye Gurpreet Guggi Hindi film Rab Ne Banayiyan Jodiyan Tillu Singh/K.B. Singh 'Kabadiya' Ek Jind Ek Jaan Comedy King-Ghuggi 2007 Namastey London Taxi Driver Hindi film Mitti Wajaan Maardi Ambarsariya 2008 Race Police InspectorHindi film Singh Is Kinng Manjeet Singh Hindi film Mera Pind Teetu Kalra Chak De Phatte Pinka Bhoond/Ratan Singh Tata 2009 Ek: The Power of One Guru Jag Jeondeyan De Mele Lucky/Mitha singhDouble role Tera Mera Ki Rishta Wedding Planner Munde U.K. DeDiljeet "DJ" Singh Lagda Ishq Hogaya Servant Apni Boli Apna Des Yankee Singh 2010 Lad Gaya Pecha Baljeet Kabaddi Ik Mohabbat Sukhi Ik Kudi Punjab Di Bawa Mar Jawan Gur Khake Inspector 420 2011 The Lion of Punjab Amrit's brother Breakaway Uncle SammyEnglish-language film Naughty @ 40 Hindi film Khushiyaan Hindi film Yaara o Dildaara Kang 2012 Pata Nahi Rabb Kehdeyan Rangan Ch Raazi Preetam Singh 2012 Joker Cameraman Hindi film 2012 Carry On Jatta Honey Singh 2012 YAAR Pardesi Kamaljit Singh 2012 Ajj De Ranjhe Inspector Manjit Singh Phirki 2012 Khiladi 786 Sukhi Hindi film 2012 Dil Tainu Karda Ae Pyar 2012 Yamley Jatt Yamley 2013 Lucky Di Unlucky Story Jelly 2013 Jatts In Golmaal Jugnu 2013 Bhaji in Problem Sandeep Cheema 2013 Heer and Hero 2014 Jatt James Bond Binder 2014 Fateh 2014 Aa Gaye Munde U.K. De DJ 2014 Double Di Trouble 2014 Happy Go Lucky Harpal 2015 Singh Of Festival 2015 Second Hand Husband Tea Seller Hindi film 2015 Singh Is Bliing Minister Hindi film 2016 Ardaas Gurmukh/ Masterji 2016 Vaisakhi List No Named Character 2016 Ambarsariya Hakim Manpreet 2016 Lock Harpal 2017 Bandookan Kulwinder 2018 Carry on Jatta 2 Honey 2018 Vadhayiyaan Ji Vadhayiyaan Sukhi 2018 Afsar 2018 Son Of Manjeet Singh Manjeet Singh 2018 Aate Di Chidi 2018 Jatt vs IELTSLakhwinder Singh 2018 Laavaan Phere Karnail Singh 'Kaila' 2018 Raduaa 2019 Band Vaaje2019Ardaas Karaan 2019 Naukar Vahuti Da Goldie2021Paani Ch Madhaani Directed by Vijay Kumar Arora 2022Ni Main Sass Kuttni Bai Ji Kuttange Cuttputlli Guleria Hindi film2023 Es Jahano Door Kitte Chal Jindiye Waryam Singh Rang Ratta Carry on Jatta 3Honey MastaneyQalandar DunkiPassenger at Laltu StationHindi film2024Master Scheme Singh Web seriesArdaas Sarbat De Bhalle DiGurmukh SinghRaduaa Returns Sukhi2024Manje Bistre 3 2024Ni Main Sass Kuttni 2 2024Panjab Files 2025FurlowSumitar Singh2025Akaal: The UnconqueredBhai Sukha Singh2025Guru Nanak JahazBaba Gurdit SinghPunjabi film
References
External links