Pankaj Tripathi

Pankaj Tripathi, born on September fifth, nineteen seventy-six, is a celebrated Indian actor known for his versatile performances in both film and television. He first gained significant attention for his role in Anurag Kashyap's acclaimed crime drama, Gangs of Wasseypur, released in two thousand twelve. This breakthrough led to a series of notable supporting roles in films such as Fukrey, Masaan, and Nil Battey Sannata, among others.

His filmography includes a variety of genres, showcasing his range as an actor. Tripathi starred in popular films like Bareilly Ki Barfi, Fukrey Returns, Stree, and the recent hits Ludo and Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl. He also made appearances in the Tamil film Kaala and the English-language film Extraction, further broadening his appeal across different audiences.

In addition to his film work, Tripathi has made a significant impact in the realm of streaming series. He has been a prominent figure in Mirzapur since two thousand eighteen and starred in Criminal Justice from two thousand nineteen to two thousand twenty-two. His performance in the streaming film Kaagaz in two thousand twenty-one also received acclaim.

Tripathi's talent has not gone unnoticed, as he has received several prestigious awards. He won a National Film Award – Special Mention for his role in Newton in two thousand seventeen, and his performance in Mimi earned him both the National Film Award and the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor. His recent projects include the social satire OMG 2 and the comedy horror sequel Stree 2, set to release in two thousand twenty-four.