Gurmit Singh
ActingAbout Gurmit Singh
Gurmit Ottawan Singh is a Singaporean actor, comedian and television personality. He was prominently a full-time Mediacorp artiste from 1994 to 2014. In November 2014, Gurmit announced that he would leave Mediacorp at the end of his full-time television career at Mediacorp - after exactly 20 years. Gurmit shared that he planned to spend more time with his family. A former artiste of Mediacorp, he is best known for his role in Phua Chu Kang Pte Ltd, for which he won the Asian Television Awards prize for Best Performance by an Actor (Comedy) five times, from 1998 to 2001 and in 2003. From 2004 to 2005, he won the Highly Commended prize.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Gurmit Singh reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Gurmit Singh's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 23% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Gurmit Singh remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Sardari, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Gurmit Singh Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gurmit Singh's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Gurmit Singh.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | The Chosen One | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | When Ghost Meets Zombie | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Imperfect Journeys | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Lawak Ke Der 2018 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Young & Fabulous | Mr Boo | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Everybody's Business | John Lu | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Taxi! Taxi! | Professor Chua See Kiat | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Phua Chu Kang The Movie | Phua Chu Kang | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Sumolah | Akira | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Just Follow Law | Lim Teng Zui | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | One Leg Kicking | Tai Po | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Sardari | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Captive Audience | - | Flop | Similar → |
Gurmit Singh - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Gurmit Singh?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gurmit Singh is "Sardari" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Gurmit Singh acted in?
Gurmit Singh has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Gurmit Singh?
Other notable films include "The Chosen One", "Young & Fabulous", and "Just Follow Law".