Pankaj Jha
Born
Saharsa Bihar, India
NationalityIndian
Occupation(s)Actor, Writer, Painter, Director
Years active2001
Known forPanchayat 2, Gulaal ,Mansoon Wedding

Pankaj Jha is an Indian actor, painter, writer and director. In a film career that spans over two decades, Pankaj Jha has Played roles in more then 50+ projects. Widely recognized as one of the most successful and influential actor in the history of Indian cinema, his contributions have left a lasting impact. His filmography includes Black Friday, Gulaal, Chameli, Anwar and Matrubhoomi.[1][2][3]

Career

Pankaj Jha initiated his acting career by enrolling in the National School of Drama (N.S.D) in Delhi, where he underwent training under the mentorship of acclaimed theatre professional. Upon Finishing His training, he relocated to Mumbai to seek opportunities in the film and television industry.[4][5]

Painting career

An accomplished painter Pankaj Jha has held six solo paining exhibition to his credit. The actor owns an art studio in Pune, Maharashtra, and frequently retreats from the hustle and bustle of city life to immerse himself in the world of color, canvas, and creativity, Known for his on-the-spot paintings, the spontaneous nature of his artwork is truly awe-inspiring.[6][7]

Poetry

Pankaj Jha's creative flair extends to poetry as well. As a seasoned writer, he turned poetry into a hobby, translating his passion into verses that captured the beauty of nature, the diversity of people, and their myriad emotions.[8]

Filmography

Films

YearTitleRoleRef.
2001 Choo Lenge Akash
A Very Very Silent Film
Monsoon WeddingYadav
2002 Company Anees
2003 Haasil Naate
Matrubhoomi Rakesh
2005 Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi
2007 Black Friday Anwar Theba
Anwar Pandey
Aap Kaa Surroor Ghulam Sayyed
2009 Gulaal Jadhwal
2010 Teen Patti
2015 Baankey Ki Crazy Baraat
2017 Running Shaadi
2019 Setters Kesariya
Gun Pe Done
Blackboard vs Whiteboard Mishri [9]
Ferrous Matin Khan [10]
Mithila Makhaan Brahmha [11]

Web series

Year Title Role Ref
2022 Nirmal Pathak Ki Ghar Wapsi Makhanlal Pathak [12]
Panchayat MLA Chandra Kishore Singh [13]

References

  1. ↑ "'Actors romanticise their struggle a lot, it's rubbish': Panchayat actor Pankaj Jha". The Indian Express. 2 June 2022. Retrieved 25 November 2023.
  2. ↑ "Expresso Interview: Panchayat actor Pankaj Jha gets candid about his roles and career". The Indian Express. 6 June 2022. Retrieved 25 November 2023.
  3. ↑ "I make art for myself: Pankaj Jha". Hindustan Times. 14 December 2017. Retrieved 25 November 2023.
  4. ↑ "Pankaj Jha News". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 25 November 2023.
  5. ↑ "Pankaj Jha: A Sanskrit scholar gone viral with his version of Dheere Dheere Se". Hindustan Times. 19 July 2016. Retrieved 25 November 2023.
  6. ↑ "I make art for myself: Pankaj Jha". Hindustan Times. 14 December 2017. Retrieved 25 November 2023.
  7. ↑ "Pankaj Jha: Current News: Latest News, Photos, Videos, Live updates and Top Headlines on Pankaj Jha". news.abplive.com. Retrieved 25 November 2023.
  8. ↑ "Pankaj Jha: Even the film industry has its own caste system". www.daijiworld.com. Retrieved 25 November 2023.
  9. ↑ "Raghubir Yadav opens on why 'Blackboard vs Whiteboard' is a special film for him". The Times of India. 10 April 2019.
  10. ↑ IANS. "No heroes in Ferrous, all characters are very dark, says Vijay Raaz". Cinestaan. Archived from the original on 7 July 2018. Retrieved 7 July 2018.
  11. ↑ "Mithila Makhaan wins Best Maithili Film National Award". TOI. Archived from the original on 2 April 2016. Retrieved 6 May 2023.
  12. ↑ "Pankaj Jha spills the beans on his upcoming web series Nirmal Pathak Ki Ghar Wapsi". The Free Press Journal. Retrieved 23 May 2022.
  13. ↑ Panchayat Review, retrieved 3 April 2020

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