Amid the catchy beats of AP Dhillon's latest track 'With You', Prime Video's documentary series "AP Dhillon: The First Kind" is creating a buzz.
The Indo-Canadian Punjabi singer has unveiled a documentary shedding light on his path to fame, exposing the hidden struggles behind the scenes.
Spanning four parts, the docu-series dives into the world of Amritpal Singh Dhillon, capturing his musical style and journey, from a modest garage studio to the grand stage of Rogers Arena.
The series reveals the subtle struggles faced by individuals on their journey of self-discovery and fame, making it a central theme.
Let's delve into the lesser-known aspects of AP Dhillon's story.
All at once, gym-goers and Bollywood stars found themselves grooving to his tunes - a captivating fusion of earthy lyrics and polished beats.
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There's a vibe of "we jumped in without a clue, but we still did it" that carries through, with little moments of genuine openness.
The docu series goes beyond the team's rise to their current status. What truly gives us insight is when he speaks as Amrit, not just AP. We catch glimpses of his doubts, dilemmas, vulnerability, and pressure.
However, there's room for improvement in delving deeper into 'Amrit.'
"I like Amrit more than AP" he says. "There's AP and there's Amrit. See AP on Insta and Tik Tok. Amrit is like...a regular normal being, you know."
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He speaks about his grandmother's significance, growing up with a single parent. Yet, the circumstances of leaving his 'pind' for Canada and why he had to sleep on the streets upon arrival remain unanswered.
The series does well in showcasing his and his father's emotions. More of that assurance, revealing even stars like AP Dhillon can falter, would have been valuable.
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From Punjab, India to British Columbia, Canada to global music superstar... this is @apdhillxn's story. AP Dhillon: First of a Kind is now streaming #APDhillonOnPrime pic.twitter.com/Hg58EdqhGR
From basement beginnings to foreign land camaraderie, the series portrays Dhillon's struggles, simplicity, and genuine emotions. It captures the journey of uncertainty and dedication that paved the way for his fame.