Amar Singh Chamkila, a legendary Punjabi musician, is the subject of a biographical drama film released on Netflix. Titled "Amar Singh Chamkila," the film has received rave reviews and stars Diljit Dosanjh as Chamkila and Parineeti Chopra as his wife and celebrated singer Amarjot Kaur. Chamkila was a highly respected and controversial figure in the Punjabi music scene, often referred to as the 'Elvis of Punjab.'

One notable story from Chamkila's life is his decision to turn down an offer to work with Bollywood actress Sridevi in a Hindi film. Despite Sridevi being a fan of Chamkila and expressing interest in collaborating with him, he refused the offer. Chamkila cited his lack of proficiency in Hindi as the reason for declining the opportunity. Although Sridevi even offered to arrange language training for him, Chamkila was not willing to lose out on potential earnings during that time.

Chamkila's friend and lyricist Swaran Singh Sivia shared this anecdote in an interview with the Indian Express. According to Sivia, Chamkila chose not to take the film role due to the risk of financial loss during the month he would need for language training.

Chamkila's legacy continues to be celebrated, and his life story remains an inspiration to many in the world of Punjabi music. The film "Amar Singh Chamkila" on Netflix brings his story to a wider audience and showcases his impact on the music industry.