Director • Writer • Actor • Producer

Gurcharan Singh

Bringing stories to life through the lens, on stage and on screen.

  • Film Director
  • Writer
  • Actor
  • Producer
Gurcharan Singh, director and founder of GTA Films, behind the camera

Punjabi Filmmaker

Bringing Stories to Life Through the Lens

A visionary filmmaker with an eye for detail, Gurcharan Singh has directed music videos, films and advertisements that captivate audiences worldwide. His work is known for its cinematic quality, powerful narratives and high production value.

He is a Punjabi film director with a passion for social messages. His releases under GTA Films explore the raw realities of the South Asian immigrant community in Canada, and issues such as rising drug use among young people and immigration companies taking advantage of the community.

Before the camera, there was the stage. Trained in theatre and television at Punjabi University, Patiala, he has directed and acted in more than 200 theatre productions across India and Canada, and he continues to work as an actor on screen.

Work with Gurcharan IMDb Profile

Awards & Community Recognition

200+Theatre productions directed and acted 25+Years on stage and screen 26Directing credits on IMDb GoldMedal in acting, Punjabi University

Experience

Theatre

Directed and acted in 200+ theatre productions across India and Canada, including multiple sold-out shows, and collaborated with North Zone Cultural Centre and Punjab Police, Patiala on socially impactful productions.

Film

Directed and produced feature films and short films shown in cinemas and on digital platforms, contributing to the growth of Punjabi cinema in Canada and abroad.

Writing

Develops scripts, screenplays and stage adaptations, shaping themes, character arcs and dialogue that engage Punjabi-speaking audiences and diaspora communities.

Mentoring

Mentors emerging artists and has coordinated touring productions across Canada and India.

Production

Oversees full production cycles, from concept and pre-production to post-production and distribution, leading actors, writers and crew.

GTA Films

Founded GTA Films, a Toronto-area production company making films, short narratives and music videos that champion emerging talent.

Filmography

Directed by Gurcharan Singh

Feature films, short films and music videos from GTA Films.

Actor

On Screen & On Stage

An award-winning actor first: gold medalist in acting at Punjabi University, with TV series, films and hundreds of stage performances.

Screen

  • Black HoleShort Film
  • 2018HaaniActor, TV Series
  • 2011RishteActor, TV Series

Stage

  • 2016MirzaNaiti Theatre GroupDirector & Actor
  • 2013–2015Akbar To CanadaDirector & Actor
  • 2013Jo Lare Deen Ke Hait (Komagata Maru)Naiti Theatre GroupDirector & Actor
  • 2007–2013Degh Tegh FatehNaiti Theatre GroupDirector, Writer & Actor
  • 2003–2012Apna Apna Hisa (adaptation)Naiti Theatre GroupDirector & Actor
  • 2003–20129-12-10Naiti Theatre GroupDirector & Actor
  • 2004–2009Theatre plays: Drug PreventionPunjab Police, PatialaDirector
  • 2001–2009Theatre playsNorth Zone Cultural CentreDirector

Education & Training

  1. 2001–2003

    Master of Arts, Theatre and TV

    Punjabi University, Patiala, India

  2. 1999–2001

    Bachelor of Arts

    Memorial College Bela, Ropar, Punjab, India

  3. 2002

    Training & certification

    National School of Drama

Teaching & Mentorship

  1. 2019–present

    Free acting classes for theatre actors

    Volunteer experience

  2. 2019–present

    Theatrical play training

  3. 2001–2010

    Taught university and college students acting for youth festival competitions

    India

  4. 2001–2010

    Workshops for various theatre groups

    Across India

  5. 2003–2010

    Skit, mimic and mime training

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