Neeru Bajwa

The Punjabi film industry, often referred to as "Pollywood," is a vibrant and rapidly growing part of the Indian film scene, specifically centered in the Punjab region. Punjabi cinema has seen remarkable growth in recent years, producing films that cater to a diverse audience both in India and across the globe. In this article, we are going to discuss the famous Punjabi actress "Neeru Bajwa."

About

Neeru Bajwa is a Canadian actress, director, and producer, but she mainly worked in the Punjabi film industry. She started her career in 1988 with Dev Anand'sBollywood Film Main Solah Baras Ki, and from the Bollywood movie, she moved to Punjabi language films. Neeru was born in 26 August 1980 to the Punjabi Jaswant Bajwa and Surinder bajwa in Columbia , Canada. She has two sisters and one brother; in her documentary film "Bollywood Bound," Neeru states and admitted that she has no interest in studies and hence is a High School Dropout, but she also admitted that she is very interested in glamorous Bollywood and later to fulfill her dreams she moved to Mumbai.

• Real Name: Arshvir Kau Bajwa
• Nickname: Neeru
• Profession: Actress, Producer and Director
• Height: 5 feet 5 inch
• Weight: 56 KG
• Eye Color: Brown
• Hair Color: Black
• DOB: August 26, 1980
• Age: 43 years
• Zodiac: Virgo
• Nationality: Indian
• Home Town: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Career

Bajwa started acting in Indian TV shows in 2005, with Hari Mirchi Lal Mirchi on DD1, then Astitva...Ek Prem Kahani on Zee TV, Jeet on Star Plus, and Guns and Roses on STAR One. In January 2013, she acted in a Punjabi film called Saadi Love Story, produced by Jimmy Sheirgill and directed by Dheeraj Rattan. It starred Diljit Dosanjh, Amrinder Gill, and Surveen Chawla. After that, she acted alongside Diljit Dosanjh again in Jatt and Juliet 2, which became a huge hit in Punjabi cinema.

Then, in August 2013, another film of hers, Naughty Jatts, came out. It featured Binnu Dhillon, Arya Babbar, and Roshan Prince. Critics had mixed opinions about the movie. Bajwa stepped into directing in 2017 with the Punjabi movie Sargi, featuring her sister Rubina Bajwa, Jassi Gill, and Babbal Rai. She also runs her own production company called Neeru Bajwa Entertainment. In November 2019, she started working on Beautiful Billo, a film she stars in and produces, sharing the screen with her sister Rubina Bajwa. From April 2021 onwards, Bajwa has been hosting a Punjabi show called Jazba.

Neeru Bajwa made her directorial debut with the movie Sargi, starring her sisters Rubina Bajwa, Jassi Gill, and Babbal Rai. She owns Neeru Bajwa Entertainment, her production house. In 2019, she produced Beautiful Billo, starring alongside her sister Rubina Bajwa.

Personal Life

Neeru Bajwa got married to Harry Jawandha in 2015. The couple had two twin girls later in 2020 and first child in 2015. She has two sisters named Rubina Bajwa and Sabrina Bajwa.Neeru Bajwa was initially engaged to Amit Sadh but ended the relationship in 2010. She married Harry Jawandha on February 8, 2015. The couple now has three daughters named Akira Jawanda, Alia Jawanda, and Ananya Jawanda.

Net worth

Neeru Bajwa earns money from various sources, but acting is her main income. She gets about 1 to 2 Crore rupees for each movie, making her one of the highest-paid actresses in Punjabi films. She also earns by endorsing brands, and Producing films adds to her income, too. Overall, she makes around 45 Lakh rupees per month and more than 8 Crore rupees annually. Her active presence on social media adds to her popularity and praise for her acting style and personality.

Facts

• In 2002, she got the chance to feature in a Punjabi song, Kainthey Wala, by singer Kamal Heer.
• In 2004, she made her debut in Asa Nu Maan Watna Da in the role of neeru.
• In 2005, she also participated in Nach Baliye 1 with her ex-boyfriend Amit Sadh.
• She has her own Production company named Neeru Bajwa Entertainment.
• Neeru is also featured In the iconic song sung by Atif Aslam Hum Kis Galli Jaa Rahe Hai.
• She also produced the movie Beautiful Billo, starring her sister.
• Neeru was a runner-up in the 'Miss India Canada Pageant.'

Controversy

She unintentionally sparked controversy in 2013 when she got verses from Gurbani tattooed on her forearm. This upset many people, and the Shiromani Gurudwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) filed a complaint against her. She had to admit her mistake and apologize in writing for the incident.

Conclusion

Neeru Bajwa stands as a prominent figure in the Punjabi film industry, known for her versatile acting and successful career as an actress, director, and producer. Her journey reflects dedication and resilience, allowing her to become one of the highest-paid actresses in Punjabi cinema. Despite encountering controversies, she's recognized for her talent, earning both acclaim and a significant fan following. Bajwa's multifaceted career, coupled with her business ventures and social media presence, showcases her as a dynamic personality, contributing significantly to the entertainment landscape.