Punjabi Singers who waited years for screen debut...

When fame struck, these Punjabi singers did not jump on the acting bandwagon. Unlike new-age crooners, who wanted to realise their acting dreams some of whom have even made it to Bollywood, these old ones kept away for a melodious outcome.
Sardool Sikander (59) started acting after more than 10 years as a singer. He appeared in the role of a police inspector in 1991 film Jagga Daku.
Babbu Maan, who began his singing career in early 90s, and recorded his first album Sajjan Rumaal De Geya in 1997, debut film 'Hawayein' came in 2003.The film was based on the Anti-Sikh riots of 1984.
Bhagwant Mann entered singing in mid 80s through comedy style singing in fests and village mela. His first film Kachehri as an actor came in 1994. The film also won National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Punjabi.
Rana Ranbir, who used to perform jointly with Bhagwant Mann, started his career in 90s. His film debut came after 12 years with Rabb Ne Banaiyan Jodiean in 2006.
Pammi Bai who got active in singing industry in 1980s took 15 years to try acting. His first film as an actor came in 1995, Dhee Jatt Di.
Sarbjit Cheema, who became a household name after Chandigarh Shehar di Kudi song, did first Punjabi film, Pind Di Kudi in 2005. He remained singer for around 20 years before debut film. Cheema started his career in late 1980s.
Amrinder Gill career started in late 90s. And after almost 20 years in singing, he turned actor with Manmohan Singh directed film, Munde U.K. De in 2009.
Harjit Harman (44) first album came in 1999. After more than 13 years he got into acting with Desi Romeos in 2012.