Simma Dhaliwal
Simma Dhaliwal | |
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| Born | 2001 |
| Occupation(s) | Singer and music composer |
| Years active | 2018–present |
Simma Dhaliwal (born 2001) is an Indian singer and music composer, who works primarily in the Punjabi entertainment industry.[1][2][3] He is known for integrating theatrical composition into Punjabi music and for contributing as a music director to various theatre productions.[4]
Early life and education
[edit]Dhaliwal was born in 2001 in Firozpur, Punjab.[4] He completed his schooling at DC Model International School and obtained a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Guru Nanak College, Firozpur.[4] He later received training in acting and editing at MAD Arts Film School.[4]
Career
[edit]Theatre journey
[edit]In 2018 Dhaliwal started as a composer in theatre plays. He contributed music to a variety of stage productions across languages and regions, including Loona, based on the Punjabi verse play by Shiv Kumar Batalvi; Nil Darpan, a 19th-century Bengali play by Dinabandhu Mitra; Ashadh Ka Ek Din, a Hindi play by Mohan Rakesh; and Odakalu Bimba, a Kannada-language monologue written by Girish Karnad.[4] He was also involved in regional productions such as Don Special, staged in Punjab, and Yaar-Dildaar, which was performed in Chandigarh in 2025. In this same year he also composed music for the play Sallery Credited, performed in Madhya Pradesh.[4] In recognition of his contributions to theatre music, Dhaliwal received an award from the Ministry of Culture in 2020.[1]
Singer
[edit]Dhaliwal made his debut as a singer and composer in 2022 with the Punjabi single Canada Wali, in which he also appeared as the lead actor.[5] Following his debut, he released several independent Punjabi tracks, including Yaad, Surma, Follow, and Sip Sip.[6]
Discography
[edit]| Year | Title | Type | Language/Region | Role(s) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Loona | Theatre play | Punjabi | Composer | Based on the verse play by Shiv Kumar Batalvi |
| 2018 | Nil Darpan | Theatre play | Bengali | Composer | Classic play by Dinabandhu Mitra |
| 2019 | Ashadh Ka Ek Din | Theatre play | Hindi | Composer | Written by Mohan Rakesh |
| 2019 | Odakalu Bimba | Theatre play | Kannada | Composer | Written by Girish Karnad |
| 2023 | Don Special | Theatre play | Punjabi (Punjab) | Composer | Regional production staged in Punjab |
| 2025 | Yaar-Dildaar | Theatre play | Punjabi (Chandigarh) | Composer | Performed in Chandigarh |
| 2025 | Sallery Credited | Theatre play | Hindi (Madhya Pradesh) | Composer | Performed in Madhya Pradesh |
| 2022 | Canada Wali | Music single | Punjabi | Singer, Composer, Actor | Debut as singer and actor |
| 2022 | Yaad | Music single | Punjabi | Singer, Composer | Independent release |
| 2022 | Surma | Music single | Punjabi | Singer, Composer | Independent release |
| 2023 | Follow | Music single | Punjabi | Singer, Composer | Independent release |
| 2023 | Sip Sip | Music single | Punjabi | Singer, Composer | Independent release |
References
[edit]- ^ a b Khan, Murtaza Ali (7 September 2024). "Simma Dhaliwal carves a niche for himself in Punjabi music industry". The Sunday Guardian. Retrieved 23 June 2025.
- ^ Jaffer, Askari (30 May 2025). "Simma Dhaliwal Blends Theatre and Emotion in Upcoming Punjabi Single "Nishani"". The Hans India. Retrieved 23 June 2025.
- ^ Pioneer, The. "Artist Simma Dhaliwal to compose score for Hindi stage play". The Pioneer. Retrieved 23 June 2025.
- ^ a b c d e f Raghuwanshi, Diksha (19 June 2025). "सिम्मा धालीवाल ने नाटक 'सैलेरी क्रेडिटेड' के लिए संगीत तैयार किया, अब रिकॉर्ड लेबल के ज़रिए संघर्षरत कलाकारों को मंच देने की शुरुआत". Punjab Kesari. Retrieved 23 June 2025.
- ^ Ganguly, Dharitri (9 September 2024). "Music composer Simma Dhaliwal to release romantic track 'Dil Karda' with Punjabi star Guri". Indulge Express. Retrieved 23 June 2025.
- ^ "Sounds Sessions | Punjabi Singer Simma Dhaliwal Is A Ranbir Kapoor Fan: Manifest To Sing For Him - Exclusive". Times Now. 6 September 2024. Retrieved 23 June 2025.