Mr. Gurmit Singh Virk Chainchal Singh, also known as Gurmit Singh, is a popular Singaporean actor and comedian. He rose to prominence for his part as “Phua Chu Kang” in the Singaporean sitcom “Phua Chu Kang Pte Ltd.” Phua Chu Kang, also known as PCK, is noted for his unusual fashion sense, notably his yellow boots.
Gurmit Singh’s portrayal of Phua Chu Kang established him as a household name in Singaporean television and comedy. He is well-known for his sense of humour, wit, and ability in portraying a variety of roles. Gurmit Singh has worked in other forms of entertainment besides television, such as hosting, acting in films, and performing on stage.
He has received numerous awards and recognition for his contributions to Singaporean entertainment and has played a significant role in promoting local comedy and talent in Singapore. Gurmit Singh remains a beloved figure in Singapore’s entertainment industry.
Gurmit was nominated for Best Actor at the 1st Golden Wau Awards, which promote Chinese-language Malaysian films, in 2013 for his part in Phua Chu Kang The Movie (2010).
The Madame Tussauds Singapore museum exhibited a wax statue of Gurmit as Phua Chu Kang in October 2014.
Gurmit declared in November 2014 that he would depart the entertainment sector at the end of his 20-year full-time television career with Mediacorp. Gurmit stated that he intended to spend more time with his family and would be more choosy in accepting artiste commitments.
Phua Chu Kang, a legendary part played by Gurmit, was unveiled and appointed as Shopee’s first Singaporean brand ambassador in August 2020.
Gurmit Singh Age: When was Gurmit Singh born?
Gurmit Singh was born on March 24, 1965 in Singapore. He is (age 58 years) as of 2023
SOURCE: Informers.us