Docu-series AP Dhillon: First Of A Kind announced, to premiere on OTT on this date

A docuseries on AP Dhillon, the renowned Indo-Canadian singer and rapper, was announced recently. Titled AP Dhillon: First of a Kind, the show aims to delve deep into Dhillon’s life and shed light on how the success of his label, Run-Up Records, catapulted him. The four-part series is produced by PASSION Pictures in association with Wild Sheep Content and Run-Up Records. 

2 things you need to know

• AP Dhillon: First of a Kind docuseries premieres globally on August 18.
• The docuseries offers a behind-the-scenes look into the making of Punjabi hip-hop.

Intimate portrait of AP Dhillon's musical odyssey

In a recent social media post, Amazon Prime Video teased the docuseries by emphasizing that it would finally unveil the enigmatic aspects of Dhillon's life and struggles. The unscripted Amazon Original series is slated to premiere on August 18 in India and over 240 countries worldwide, offering viewers an unfiltered and authentic glimpse into the life of this musical prodigy.

In another video shared by AP Dhillon himself, he recounted his emotional last night in India before he embarked on the life-altering journey to Canada. He expressed his hope that the docuseries would shed light not only on his own story but on the shared struggles of a whole generation of immigrants seeking a better future in a new world, battling cultural differences, language barriers, and financial hardships.

Directed by Jay Ahmed, the docuseries will chronicle AP Dhillon's journey, from his days in Gurdaspur, a small village in Punjab, to his meteoric rise to fame in the music industry. The series will combine personal accounts from Dhillon himself and interviews with his inner circle of family and friends.

Aparna Purohit, the head of India Originals at Prime Video, expressed her enthusiasm for the upcoming docuseries. She believes that AP Dhillon's inspiring journey to superstardom will resonate with viewers worldwide. This groundbreaking series is the first of its kind to delve into the dynamic world of Punjabi hip-hop, exploring the origins of one of the music industry's brightest stars.

Executive producers' talk 

Amy Foster, the executive producer of PASSION Pictures, praised AP Dhillon as an icon and a legend in the making. She emphasized that the series would showcase the creative vision and determination that led to his extraordinary success. The series promises an unprecedented look into the making of AP Dhillon's music, the challenges of organizing tours, and the essence of the man himself.

Erik Barmack, the executive producer of Wild Sheep Content, also expressed his excitement for the project. He praised AP Dhillon and Run-Up Records for revolutionizing Punjabi music and elevating it to a global phenomenon. Barmack emphasized that the docuseries would provide viewers with a behind-the-scenes glimpse of AP Dhillon's remarkable journey.