A visionary filmmaker with an eye for detail, Gurcharan Singh has directed numerous music videos, films, and advertisements that captivate audiences worldwide. His work is known for its cinematic brilliance, powerful narratives, and high production value.
Welcome to Gurcharan Singh Director’s Official Website – the creative force behind GTA Films. With a passion for storytelling and years of expertise in film direction, music videos, and commercial productions, Gurcharan Singh is redefining the cinematic experience.
Gurcharan Singh, the famous Indian Punjabi film director who left his fans stunned with his best directing skills and passion for social messages, is still making them fall for his new creations. Subsequent releases by Singh explore the raw realities of the South Asian Immigrants community in Canada and significant problems like the rising drug issue among the youth and immigration companies taking advantage of the community under GTA film and music. That he has focused on these difficulties speaks volumes about his patriotic sentiments and affinity for the performing arts.
Journey of Gurcharan Singh
Film director
Writer
Actor
AWARDS & COMMUNITY RECOGNITION
Best Actor Award
Punjabi University, Patiala, Punjab, India
Gold medalist in acting
Punjabi University, Patiala, Punjab, India
Best actor award
Malwa College, Punjab, India
Woodstock theatre - First Punjabi show
Woodstock, Ontario, Canada - Cheema Transport show
City of Brampton Recognition
Brampton Ontario, Canada
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Education & Experience
1999-2001
Bachelors of Arts
Memorial College Bela, Ropar,
Punjab, India
2001-2003
Masters of Arts - Theatre and TV
Punjabi University, Patiala, India
2002
TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS
National school of drama
2019- Present
VOLUNTEER EXPIRIENCE
Serve free acting classes to theatre
actors
COACHING & MENTORSHIP
2001-2010 in India
Taught various University and Collage
student’s acting in youth festive competitions
2001-2010
Workshops for various theatre groups across
India
2003-2010
Skit mimic and mime training
2019- Present
Theatrical play training
PROFESSIONAL EXPIRIENCE
Directed and acted in 200+ theatre productions across India and Canada including multiple sold-out
shows.
Collaborated with cultural organizations, including North Zone Cultural Centre and Punjab Police Patiala
on socially impactful productions.
Developed scripts and stage adaptations, shaping narrative themes, character arcs, and dialogues that
engaged Punjabi-speaking audiences and diasporic communities.
Mentored emerging artists and coordinated touring productions across Canada and India.
Director - Theatre Play
North Zone Cultural Centre (2001-2009)
Director - Theatre Play
Punjab Police Patiala ; Drug Prevention (2004-2009)
Director & Actor - Theatre Play
Apna Apna Hisa- Adaptation - Naiti Theatre group (2003-2012)
Director & Actor - Theatre Play
9-12-10 - Naiti Theatre Group (2003-2012)
Director, Writer & Actor - Theatre Play
Degh Tegh Fateh - Naiti Theatre Group (2007-2013)
Director & Actor - Theatre Play
Akbar To Canada (2013-2015)
Director, Actor - Theatre play
Mirza- Naiti Theatre Group (2016)
Director, Actor - Theatre Play
Jo Lare Deen ke Hait -Komagatamau - Naiti Theatre group
(2013)
Actor - Tv Series
Haani - (2018)
Actor - Tv Series
Rishte - (2011)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Directed and produced feature films and short films that have been showcased in cinemas and digital
platforms, contributing to the growth of Punjabi cinema in Canada and abroad.
Developed original screenplays, treatments, and story bibles, demonstrating versatility in both
independent and commercial filmmaking.
Oversaw full production cycles — from concept development and pre-production planning to postproduction
and distribution.
Led creative teams and collaborated with actors, writers, and technical crew to ensure artistic vision was
realized with high cinematic standards.
Founded GTA Films, a Toronto-based production company producing films, short narratives, and music
videos that highlight innovation and emerging talent.
