Bollywood actor Jimmy Sheirgill who also acts in and produces Punjabi films was born Jasjit Singh Gill. He celebrates his 54th birthday today. The actor has stars films displaying his stellar acting prowess and nuanced portrayal of complex characters. He debuted with Gulzaar`s `Maachis` in 1996, although he is largely remembered for his breakthrough role as Karan Chaudhary in Yash Raj`s 2000 film `Mohabbatein`. Sheirgill began his career in Pollywood with the 2005 film `Yaaran Naal Baharan`. Sheirgill has often mentioned his love for Punjabi films and has said that he does not want to miss out or compromise on great roles and no matter what he somehow manages his schedule around projects that he wants to do from both industries. 

Jimmy Sheirgill`s contradicting role selection in Bollywood and Pollywood

Jimmy who has carved a niche for himself in Hindi cinema with more serious and selective roles is seen as the exact opposite in Punjabi films. He is the fun, romantic guy who does all the running around the trees to romance the girl and fights the goons to protect the girl and retain his heroic image.