Mohali, 22 August 2025 — The Punjabi entertainment world is plunged into mourning with the passing of Dr. Jaswinder Bhalla, the celebrated comedian renowned for his unforgettable character Advocate Dhillon and the ever-popular Chhankata series. He died this morning at Fortis Hospital in Mohali at the age of 65. A Legacy of LaughterBorn on 4 May 1960 in Ludhiana, Punjab, Jaswinder Bhalla’s journey began with academic excellence and artistic flair. His comedic career was sparked in 1988 with the audio cassette Chhankata 88, co-produced with university friend Bal Mukund Sharma. He is survived by his wife Parmdeep Bhalla, his actor-son Pukhraj Bhalla, and daughter Ashpreet Kaur.