Bhagwant Mann was a comedian and actor, mostly seen in Punjabi films. Now he has established his career as a politician.
Bhagwant Mann was born in Satuj, Sangrur, Punjab. In May 2014, he became an MP from Sangrur constituency in Punjab. He is affectionately called Jugnu.
On 18 January 2022, he was chosen as the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) candidate for the Chief Minister of Punjab in the 2022 Punjab Legislative Assembly election, based on a public poll in which AAP claims 93% of the voters wanted Bhagwant Maan as the chief ministerial candidate.
On 10 March 2022, he won from Dhuri Vidhan Sabha constituency with a massive margin of 58,206 votes and with the announcement of the legislative results the Aam Aadmi Party gained a full majority in the state. Under his leadership, AAP had won 92 seats out of 117 in Punjab Assembly Elections 2022 and will be sworn in as Chief Minister of Punjab.
Bhagwant Mann Biography & Wiki
| Bhagwant Mann Full Name | Bhagwant Mann |
| Nick Name | Jugnu |
| Profession | Comedian, Politician |
| Political Party | Aam Aadmi Party |
| Physical Stat | |
| Bhagwant Mann Height | In Centimeter- 168 cm In Meter- 1.68 m In Feet- 5’6” |
| Bhagwant Mann Weight | In Kilogram- 65 kg In Pound- 143 lbs |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Personal Life | |
| Date Of Birth | 17 October 1973 |
| Bhagwant Mann Age (2022) | 49 Years |
| Birthplace | Satoj, Sangrur District, Punjab, India |
| Zodiac Sign/Sun Sign | Libra |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Home town | Sangrur District, Punjab, India |
| College/University | Shaheed Udham Singh Government College, Sunam, Sangrur District, Punjab |
| Educational Qualification | 12th PassB.Com (1st Year) From Shaheed Udham Singh Government College, Sunam in 1992 |
| Religion | Sikhism |
| Caste | Jatt |
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
| Family member | |
| Marital Status | Divorced (In 2015) |
| Affairs/Girlfriend | Not Known |
| Bhagwant Mann Wife | Inderpreet Kaur |
| Children | Son- OneDaughter- One |
| Bhagwant Mann Parents | Father– Mohinder Singh Mother– Harpal Singh |
| Sibling | Brother– Not Known Sister– Not Known |
| Income | |
| Bhagwant Mann Net Worth (2022) | 1 Million USD (Rs. 7.5 Crore) |
| Bhagwant Mann Affidavit 2022 | |
| Toyota Fortuner Suvs | Rs. 27 Lakh |
| Chevrolet Cruize | Rs. 3 Lakh |
| Immovable Assets | Rs. 1.49 Crore |
| Gold Jewelery (95 Gram) | Rs. 5 Lakh |
| Household Goods | Rs. 5.50 Lakh |
| Gun | Rs. 20000 |
| Total Income 2020-21 | 18.34 Lakh |
| Agriculture Land | Rs. 1.12 Crore |
| Commercial Properties In Patiala | Rs. 37 Lakh |
Family, Early Life and Education
Bhagwant Mann was born on 17 October 1973 in a village named Satoj which is located in the district of Sunam Tehsil of Sangrur, Punjab. His father’s name is Mohinder Singh and mother’s name is Harpal Kaur.
He was married to Inderpreet Kaur but later in 2015, they parted ways. They have two children (a boy and a girl). In his spare time, he writes political satire and often plays volleyball.
He did his schooling from his hometown itself. Mann is a 12th pass out from Sangrur district, and after completing his schooling he did his B.Com from Shaheed Udham Singh Government College in Sangrur district of Punjab.
He completed B.Com first year in 1992 and after that he chose acting as his career.
Career
Comedy career of Bhagwant Mann
- Bhagwant Singh Mann has participated in various inter-college competitions and festivals. He has also won two gold medals in the competition organized by Punjabi University, Patiala.
- Maan released his first comedy album “Gobbi Diye Kachiye Vapranay” with Jagtar Jaggi. Some of the names of his comedy albums are Hus-Hus Ke, Bhagwant Maan Most Wanted, Saddi Billi Shanu Miaoun, etc.
- Their first comedy album was with Jagtar Jaggi and the two were considered the most successful comedy duos of the 1990s.
- After working with him for 10 years, he parted ways with Jagtar Jaggi and parted ways with Rana Ranbir. The two worked together for Alpha ETC Punjabi in Jugnu Mast Mast, which also became a hit.
- In 2006, the two toured Canada and England for their show titled “No Life with Wife”. The show which gave huge popularity to Jugnu (Mann) was “The Great Indian Laughter Challenge” which was telecasted on Start Plus.
Political career of Bhagwant Mann
- In 2011, became a member of “People’s Party of Punjab”.
- In 2012, unsuccessfully contested the Punjab Legislative Assembly election from Lehragaga constituency.
- In March 2014, joined Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).
- Contested and won the 2014 Lok Sabha elections from Sangrur constituency.
- Won again from Sangrur constituency in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections.
- Mann won the Punjab elections in 2022 and now he is ready to become the CM of Punjab.
Controversies of Bhagwant Mann
- In 2012, when he was in the middle of a conversation with the media, he broke down and then left the conference hall. That incident had sparked a lot of controversy.
- Mann was criticized by his followers on Facebook after announcing his divorce with his wife for politics. Everyone criticizes him for bringing his personal life into politics.
- In 2015, Bhagwant was intoxicated and was attending a condolence meeting in his district, for which he was also criticized.
- The Speaker of the Lok Sabha has expelled Mann from the live video of Parliament on Facebook and also suspended him from attending any monsoon session.
Facts About Bhagwant Mann
- Bhanwant Mann likes to drink alcohol on parties or occasions.
- Mann has done many comedy skits during his college and youth festivals.
- He has also won two gold medals for his college.
- Mann’s first comedy album was released in the 1990s with Jagtar Jaggi which was a very famous show at that time.
- He has also worked with Gurdas Maan in Sukhmani.
- Mann had joined AAP in 2014.
- In 2008, Mann participated in The Great Indian Laughter Challenge.
FAQ
What is the name of the wife of Bhagwant Mann?
Mrs. Inderjit Kaur
What is the caste of Bhagwant Mann?
Jat
When and where was Bhagwant Mann born?
Bhagwant Mann was born on 17 October 1973 in a village named Satoj which is located in the district of Sunam Tehsil of Sangrur, Punjab.
How far have you studied Bhagwant Mann?
Studied till 12 and had enrolled in college to do his B.Com but left his studies in the first year itself.