John Abraham’s newly released political drama The Diplomat has captured the attention of audiences all around the country. Based on real-life events, the film highlights a tense diplomatic operation led by Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer JP Singh, who was instrumental in helping an Indian woman escape a dire situation in Pakistan. As the compelling story plays out on screen, viewers are curious to learn more about the real diplomat who inspired the film. So scroll down to know who JP Singh is and more.
Who is JP Singh? The IFS officer behind John Abraham’s The Diplomat
Jitender Pal Singh, better known as JP Singh, is a high-ranking officer in the Indian Foreign Service (IFS), widely recognized for his crucial involvement in the 2017 rescue of Uzma Ahmed an Indian woman who was coerced into marriage and held against her will in Pakistan. During this operation, Singh was posted as the Deputy High Commissioner at the Indian High Commission in Islamabad.
Yesterday, Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar hosted a special evening at @IsraelMFA with the world premiere of movie “The Diplomat”, starring the famous Indian actor John Abraham. The film tells the true story of #India’s new Ambassador to #Israel, JP Singh, and the extraordinary… pic.twitter.com/YMXlna76Ma— Eyal David (@EyalDavid_mfa) April 2, 2025
JP Singh has held several prominent positions throughout his diplomatic career, including serving as the Joint Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs’ Pakistan-Afghanistan-Iran (PAI) division, where he was instrumental in formulating India’s approach to the Taliban regime in Afghanistan. His appointment as India’s Ambassador to Israel in January 2025 further highlights his deep experience and skill in managing sensitive international affairs.