Quick Info
| Profession | Actor |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 02/02/1970 |
| Age | 56 years |
| Birthplace | Saharsa, Bihar |
Latest News about Pankaj Jha
01/01/2025
Pankaj Jha, widely recognized for his role as Vidhayak ji in the web series 'Panchayat', is currently in the spotlight for his new web series 'Sarpanch Sahab'. In an exclusive interview, he discussed the hybrid nature of actors in the industry, his journey from Bihar to Mumbai, and the challenges of achieving stardom while maintaining artistic integrity.
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Bio/Wiki
| Real Name | Pankaj Jha |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 170 cm |
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| Weight | 75 kg |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Dark Brown |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | Patna University, Bihar, National School of Drama, Delhi |
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| Educational Qualification | Bachelor Degree in Fine Arts |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Caste | Brahmin |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married | ||||||
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Career
| Debut | Film: Monsoon Wedding (2001) |
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| Notable Works | Black Friday, 23rd March 1931: Shaheed, Gulaal, Chameli, Anwar, Matrubhoomi, Panchayat (as Vidhayak ji), Atrangi Re, Mimi, U-Turn, Sarpanch Sahab |
| Director | Yes |
| Writer | Yes |
| Painter | Yes |
| Years Active | 2001-Present |
| Filmography Count | Over 50 films |
| Art Studio | Owns an art studio in Pune, Maharashtra |
Favourites
| Favourite Sports | Cricket |
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Social Media
| https://www.linkedin.com/in/pankaj-jha-913989274 |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He developed a passion for acting and started imitating actors in his childhood. | |
| 2. In his hometown, he established a small theatre group, performing on stages and participating in street plays. | |
| 3. Jha is both an actor and a painter, with painting being his primary passion. | |
| 4. He has achieved success with six solo painting exhibitions to date. | |
| 5. Additionally, he is the owner of an art studio situated in Pune, Maharashtra. | |
| 6. Jha has showcased his paintings in prominent publications like Navbharat Times, Hans, and India Today. | |
| 7. A nature enthusiast, he draws inspiration from natural landscapes during his travels and incorporates them into his artwork. | |
| 8. Despite the fame brought by Panchayat, he remains detached from conventional ideas of success and does not consider himself famous. | |
| 9. He lives in Pune and views acting as just one part of his multifaceted creative life. | |
| 10. He recently had a successful solo art show at Jehangir Art Gallery. | |
| 11. He moved to Mumbai in 2000 via train to pursue his acting career. | |
| 12. His first acting role was in the film 'Shadow in the Darkness' alongside Nasiruddin Shah. |