7 months ago
Paramvir Cheema on OTT to Films
Paramvir Cheema is an actor who first became popular through OTT shows like 'Black Warrant' and 'Chamak'.
He decided to start with OTT to build an audience before moving to films.
His first Hindi movie was 'Tere Ishq Mein', and his recent film 'Border 2' has been a big hit.
Cheema says he is taking small steps in his film career and is excited to work with big stars.
He also mentions that he regrets missing the chance to work with director Imtiaz Ali.
Paramvir Cheema gained recognition through OTT shows like 'Black Warrant' and 'Chamak'.
He made his Hindi film debut with 'Tere Ishq Mein' and recently starred in the hit film 'Border 2'.
Cheema strategically chose OTT first to build an audience before transitioning to films.
He expresses excitement about working with established stars in 'Border 2' and his upcoming Punjabi film.
Cheema regrets missing the opportunity to work with director Imtiaz Ali on 'Amar Singh Chamkila'.
- Who
- Actor Paramvir Cheema
- What
- Transition from OTT to films
- Where
- Mumbai
- When
- Recent interview
- Why
- To build audience and confidence
Key facts
- Actor
- Paramvir Cheema
- Breakout Role
- Black Warrant
- Film Debut
- Tere Ishq Mein
- Recent Film
- Border 2
- Role in Border 2
- Subedar Nishaan Singh
- Upcoming Punjabi Film
- Lead role with Sonam Bajwa
- Regret
- Missing opportunity to work with Imtiaz Ali
Quotes
Paramvir Cheema
Actor known for his roles in 'Black Warrant' and 'Chamak'
“I'm not from the industry; I’m an outsider. I don't have anyone from my family in the industry. So, I’ve to work a little harder to create a mark for myself in the hearts and minds of people.”
telegraphindia.com
“When I first worked on OTT, people started appreciating me. So, an audience base was built from there, and eventually I got confidence that, ‘People like me’. It made me feel that people are interested in watching (good) content, unlike earlier times where they would watch film (of only) stars.”
telegraphindia.com
