Pankaj Tripathi stands as one of the most widely acclaimed actors in the country. Known for showcasing his exceptional acting prowess in some of the biggest films and shows in the nation, this actor did not start so fashionably.
Pankaj Tripathi early life
Born in Bihar, in a small town called, Barauli, where he was involved in farming with his father. After his 12th standard, the actor was involved in a lot of politics in his college. He even got arrested as he protested against the state government on several occasions. However, after his degree, he went on to do a Master’s in Hotel Management. Post his master’s, this actor moved to the capital city of Bihar, Patna, where he worked as a chef for a few years. During his student days, however, this actor was involved in street plays where he even played the roles of young girls. After working for a few years as a cook, this actor took up his childhood dream of acting by moving to Delhi to do an acting course from the National School of Drama.
Pankaj Tripathi: where is he now
Although a big star now, the actor started with uncredited roles, from miniature roles to supporting roles in Bollywood films like Gangs of Wasseypur, Lukka Chuppi, Newton and Super 30. Later he started getting the nation’s recognition through his supporting roles in the movies Stree and Bareilly Ki Barfi. However, it was his role as Kaleen Bhaiiya in Amazon Prime’s Mirazapur that earned the actor the true recognition he deserves as the series lead. In 2023, Oh My God 2 was released, marking his Bollywood debut in a lead role, which turned out to be one of the biggest hits of the year