Punjabi singer and actor Ammy Virk has spoken out about the historical misrepresentation of Sikhs in Bollywood, stating that the industry often reduced Sikh characters to comic relief or stereotypical portrayals. In a recent interview, Virk expressed his belief that filmmakers could have depicted Sikhs as more sophisticated individuals, rather than relying on outdated tropes.
Virk acknowledged that Bollywood’s portrayal of Sikhs has evolved in recent years, with actors like Diljit Dosanjh helping to bring more authentic representation to mainstream cinema. He remains optimistic about the industry’s progress and hopes that future films will continue to showcase the diversity and depth of Sikh culture.
