Pankaj Tripathi to play south Indian actor from the '90s in upcoming Shakeela Khan biopic
6 years, 7 months ago

Pankaj Tripathi to play south Indian actor from the '90s in upcoming Shakeela Khan biopic

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I am delighted to be part of this biopic. It talks about the life of Shakeela that people need to hear: Pankaj Tripathi The year 2018 has proved to be very busy for actor Pankaj Tripathi. Right from winning a National Award for his performance in the Rajkumar Rao-starrer Newton to making his digital debut with Excel Entertainment’s Mirzapur, and a promising part in Netflix’s Sacred Games — Tripathi has a lineup of film projects. He is all set to be seen in the upcoming Shakeela Khan biopic. Based on the ’80s Malayalam film actress, Shakeela, the film will see Richa Chadha in the titular role and will depict the life of the actress spanning from her young days to becoming a nationwide phenomenon as an adult actress in the late 90s.

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Pankaj Tripathi: Once Nawazuddin bhai and I visited National School of Drama at 6 in the morning, to relive nostalgia
1 month ago

Pankaj Tripathi: Once Nawazuddin bhai and I visited National School of Drama at 6 in the morning, to relive nostalgia

Hindustan Times  

When actor Pankaj Tripathi comes to Delhi, he cannot not visit the one place that holds his heart — National School of Drama. Actor Pankaj Tripathi #CampusKeDin: Nostalgia with Nawaz Though he shot to fame with his power packed acting in OTT shows such as Mirzapur and Sacred Games, but it’s the stage at NSD that he credits his success …

Watch: Pankaj Tripathi bows to wife, hugs her on their 21st wedding anniversary
2 months ago

Watch: Pankaj Tripathi bows to wife, hugs her on their 21st wedding anniversary

India Today  

Actor Pankaj Tripathi, 48, and his wife Mridula celebrated their 21st wedding anniversary with their near and dear ones on January 15. Earlier, during an interview on the Conversations with Atul YouTube channel, Mridula revealed that she married Pankaj despite apprehensions from both sides of the family. She recalled how she first met the actor at her brother's wedding, where …

Acting is like playing a sport: Shweta Tripathi on favourite actors
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Acting is like playing a sport: Shweta Tripathi on favourite actors

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, What's common between Ali Fazal, Vijay Varma and Vicky Kaushal? It's "Mirzapur" star Shweta Tripathi, who counts the three actors among her favourite co-stars with whom acting becomes a sport. Acting is like playing a sport: Shweta Tripathi on favourite actors While she starred with Kaushal in her feature film breakthrough "Masaan", the actor shares screen space with …

Pankaj Tripathi teared up returning to Patna hotel where he worked: GM welcomed me
4 months, 1 week ago

Pankaj Tripathi teared up returning to Patna hotel where he worked: GM welcomed me

India Today  

Actor Pankaj Tripathi, who hails from Patna, has made a name for himself in the Indian film industry. In an interview with India Today's sister channel, Lallantop, Pankaj shared the emotions he felt when entering the hotel through its main door during his recent visit, a stark contrast to the back gate he used to enter when he worked there. …

Alia Bhatt Credits Pankaj Tripathi For Teaching Bihari Dialect In 'Udta Punjab', Says 'He Was My Mentor For One Month'
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Alia Bhatt Credits Pankaj Tripathi For Teaching Bihari Dialect In 'Udta Punjab', Says 'He Was My Mentor For One Month'

ABP News  

New Delhi: Actress Alia Bhatt is busy promoting her upcoming film Jigra, directed by Vasan Bala. Tried&Refused Productions recently interviewed ‘Jigra’ actor Alia Bhatt along with Vedang Raina and filmmaker Vasan Bala. The Bihari dialect, the twang and I didn't speak much in the film so that one monologue also that I speak I actually rehearsed that for one month.” …

Pankaj Tripathi birthday: From Masaan to Stree, his best supporting roles that eclipsed even the lead actor
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Pankaj Tripathi birthday: From Masaan to Stree, his best supporting roles that eclipsed even the lead actor

Hindustan Times  

Pankaj Tripathi turned 48-years-old on September 5, amid the success of his recent horror-comedy Stree 2. A revisit at Pankaj Tripathi's best supporting roles on his 48th birthday. Despite Rajkummar's intensity and compelling performances, the film would not have been as captivating without the complex and enigmatic Assistant Commandant Aatma Singh, portrayed by Pankaj Tripathi. Sacred Games Season 2 Pankaj …

Pankaj Tripathi Denies Pankaj Jha’s Claims Of Glamourising Struggles, Labels Comments As ‘Noise’
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Pankaj Tripathi Denies Pankaj Jha’s Claims Of Glamourising Struggles, Labels Comments As ‘Noise’

News 18  

Actor Pankaj Tripathi has responded to comments made by fellow actor Pankaj Jha, who suggested that Tripathi had “glamorised” his struggles in the industry. I feel every situation is a learning experience,” Jha’s comment references a memorable anecdote shared on The Kapil Sharma Show, where Manoj Bajpayee recounted how Pankaj Tripathi once took one of his slippers as a memento …

Bihar Diwas 2024 Manoj Bajpayee Pankaj Tripathi And Bollywood Actors From The State
1 year ago

Bihar Diwas 2024 Manoj Bajpayee Pankaj Tripathi And Bollywood Actors From The State

ABP News  

New Delhi: As the country celebrates Bihar Diwas on Friday, IANS has compiled a list of actors from the state who have made it big on the big screen and are making waves in Bollywood. Manoj Bajpayee: The National Film Award winner, who is from village Belwa in West Champaran district, applied for admission into the National School of Drama …

Pankaj Tripathi was 'scared' if he would do 'justice' to the role of Atal Bihari Vajpayee in 'Main Atal Hoon'
1 year, 2 months ago

Pankaj Tripathi was 'scared' if he would do 'justice' to the role of Atal Bihari Vajpayee in 'Main Atal Hoon'

Firstpost  

Gearing up for the release of his forthcoming film based on the life of former Indian Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Main Atal Hoon, Bollywood actor Pankaj Tripathi recently shared a lot of deets about slipping into the shoes of the late politician. Pankaj Tripathi on playing Atal Bihari Vajpayee On playing the role of the former prime minister, Pankaj …

Is Pankaj Tripathi a bankable actor? 'Main Atal Hoon' star reacts | Exclusive
1 year, 2 months ago

Is Pankaj Tripathi a bankable actor? 'Main Atal Hoon' star reacts | Exclusive

India Today  

Pankaj Tripathi is starting 2024 with Main Atal Hoon, a biopic on India's former prime minister, Atal Bihari Vajpayee. PANKAJ TRIPATHI ON MAIN ATAL HOON Pankaj Tripathi was initially worried about pulling off the part, but his friends and people around gave him the confidence to do the role. When asked about the time when he realised he made the …

Pankaj Tripathi in Aap Ki Adalat: Actor shares his experience of working in Main Atal Hoon
1 year, 2 months ago

Pankaj Tripathi in Aap Ki Adalat: Actor shares his experience of working in Main Atal Hoon

India TV News  

Pankaj Tripathi will next be seen playing the role of late three-time Prime Minister of India Atal Bihari Vajpayee in his upcoming film Main Atal Hoon. In his recent biographical film Main Atal Hoon, Pankaj Tripathi said, he initially feared a lot when he was asked to do the role of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Pankaj Tripathi: About …

Pankaj Tripathi at IFFI: Even stars want to be called actors now
1 year, 3 months ago

Pankaj Tripathi at IFFI: Even stars want to be called actors now

Hindustan Times  

With North-South divide blurring and entertainment industry becoming one, more and more actors are trying to work in different languages. While speaking during a masterclass at the International Film Festival of India, the actor said that it’s “due to the language barrier.” Pankaj Tripathi was at IFFI to promote his film Kadak Singh “I get a lot of good offers …

Pankaj Tripathi on wanting to slow down, being part of 5 franchises | Exclusive
1 year, 5 months ago

Pankaj Tripathi on wanting to slow down, being part of 5 franchises | Exclusive

India Today  

Pankaj Tripathi is back as Panditji in 'Fukrey 3'. In an exclusive chat with IndiaToday.in, Pankaj Tripathi spoke about how he has a natural instinct for comedy and that he is among the few actors with five film/show franchises. Speaking about the same, Pankaj Tripathi told us, "Laughter is a beautiful and amazing thing in itself; it's like medicine. When …

After Nayanthara, 5 South actresses we wish were cast opposite Shah Rukh Khan
1 year, 6 months ago

After Nayanthara, 5 South actresses we wish were cast opposite Shah Rukh Khan

India Today  

After the success of Atlee's 'Jawan', it has become clear to us that boundaries between the Hindi film industry and the South are being slowly erased. She was cast opposite Shah Rukh Khan's Azad. Raj, played by Shah Rukh Khan, and Simran, played by Kajol, have set the standards of romance very high. SHRIYA SARAN AS KIRAN -- DARR Nobody …

Pankaj Tripathi unveils look as Atal Bihari Vajpayee from Main Atal Hoon
2 years, 2 months ago

Pankaj Tripathi unveils look as Atal Bihari Vajpayee from Main Atal Hoon

Hindustan Times  

The first look of actor Pankaj Tripathi as former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajapyee from the film Main Atal Hoon was released on his birthday anniversary on Christmas. Pankaj is seen with in a dhoti-kurta and a jacket with prosthetics to resemble Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Sharing his first look pictures from the film on Instagram, Pankaj Tripathi wrote in Hindi, …

Pankaj Tripathi prefers Bollywood over Hollywood and regional cinema. This is why
2 years, 4 months ago

Pankaj Tripathi prefers Bollywood over Hollywood and regional cinema. This is why

India Today  

Pankaj Tripathi is an actor par excellence. PANKAJ TRIPATHI PREFERS TO WORK IN HINDI CINEMA While speaking at the ongoing International Film Festival of India in Goa, Pankaj Tripathi revealed, “While language is not a barrier for me, I prefer Hindi cinema. Earlier too, while talking to PTI, Pankaj Tripathi had added that he wouldn’t be comfortable with his lines …

Pankaj Tripathi to play Atal Bihari Vajpayee in biopic, says 'privilege for an actor like me'
2 years, 4 months ago

Pankaj Tripathi to play Atal Bihari Vajpayee in biopic, says 'privilege for an actor like me'

India Today  

Popular actor Pankaj Tripathi is all set to play former Prime Minister of India, Atal Bihari Vajpayee, in his biopic titled Main Rahoon Ya Na Rahoon Yeh Desh Rehna Chahiye Atal. PANKAJ TRIPATHI TO PLAY ATAL BIHARI VAJPAYEE The biopic was announced on June 28, 2022. Main Rahoon Ya Na Rahoon Yeh Desh Rehna Chahiye Atal revolves around former PM …

Pankaj Tripathi to play Atal Bihari Vajpayee in 'Main Rahoon Ya Na Rahoon Yeh Desh Rehna Chahiye'
2 years, 4 months ago

Pankaj Tripathi to play Atal Bihari Vajpayee in 'Main Rahoon Ya Na Rahoon Yeh Desh Rehna Chahiye'

India TV News  

Pankaj Tripathi is set to play the role of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee in a biopic titled “Main Rahoon Ya Na Rahoon Yeh Desh Rehna Chahiye- ATAL”, the makers announced Friday. Written by Utkarsh Naithani and directed by three-time National Award-winner Ravi Jadhav, the film will revolve around the journey of Vajpayee, one of the co-founders and a …

Pankaj Tripathi enjoys Litti-Chokha party, prepares the Bihari delicacy himself in his village. Watch
2 years, 8 months ago

Pankaj Tripathi enjoys Litti-Chokha party, prepares the Bihari delicacy himself in his village. Watch

India Today  

Bollywood actor Pankaj Tripathi recently went on a three-day trip to his native village, Belsand, in Bihar. Before the release of his film, Pankaj Tripathi often visited his village to seek the blessings of his parents. PANKAJ TRIPATHI ENJOYS LITTI PARTY AT HIS NATIVE VILLAGE Bollywood actor Pankaj Tripathi hails from Belsand village in the Barauli block of Gopalganj district. …

Pankaj Tripathi wasn't sure he won IIFA award for 83 or Ludo: 'Was overwhelmed'
2 years, 9 months ago

Pankaj Tripathi wasn't sure he won IIFA award for 83 or Ludo: 'Was overwhelmed'

Hindustan Times  

Pankaj Tripathi spoke about the 'wonderful' moment, when he received a standing ovation and thunderous applause along with an award at the International Indian Film Academy Awards held in Abu Dhabi in June 2022. Pankaj recalled that he later asked the media in Abu Dhabi to tell him whether his work in Ludo or 83 had gotten him the IIFA …

‘An actor with Pan-India appeal’...
3 years ago

‘An actor with Pan-India appeal’...

Deccan Chronicle  

Rashmika Mandanna, who has become a household name after the super success of Pushpa: The Rise, aims to be known as a pan-India actress. Like in her earlier films Geetha Govindam, Chalo, etc., the trailer of her next film, Adavallu Meeku Joharlu, directed by Kishore Tirumala, shows Rashmika bullying her co-star. Language has never been a barrier because I always …

Pankaj Tripathi: As a celebrity, it’s a duty to use my voice to uplift the underprivileged
3 years, 1 month ago

Pankaj Tripathi: As a celebrity, it’s a duty to use my voice to uplift the underprivileged

Hindustan Times  

Actor Pankaj Tripathi understands the power of his actions as a public figure, and wishes to use it well toeards a good cause. Actor Pankaj Tripathi urges everyone to include khadi in their lives. The place is nice and only 10 - 15kms away from my village,” says Tripathi, adding, “The motive behind doing this was that the interest towards …

Pankaj Tripathi on Kaagaz: ‘No one would have thought that a plain-looking guy like me could be lead actor of any film’
4 years, 2 months ago

Pankaj Tripathi on Kaagaz: ‘No one would have thought that a plain-looking guy like me could be lead actor of any film’

Hindustan Times  

Actor Pankaj Tripathi may have a career as a life coach, should he ever feel like switching fields. A lead role may have come after a long time in the film industry for Pankaj but he did not feel ‘restless’ in his desire for it. When he made his entry into the film industry almost two decades ago, he didn’t …

Pankaj Tripathi Turns 44: When Bollywood Actor Used Cricket Analogy to Explain His Love for 'Short' Roles
4 years, 6 months ago

Pankaj Tripathi Turns 44: When Bollywood Actor Used Cricket Analogy to Explain His Love for 'Short' Roles

News 18  

“Aap akele rehte hain?" Bollywood’s celebrated actor Pankaj Tripathi turned 44 on Saturday. Since then the actor hasn’t looked back and Kaleen Bhaiyya has become a regular in Bollywood movies, fixing himself a permanent spot in the list of “underrated" actors in India– a collage that pops up on our social media timelines every so often. Anupama Chopra: “Ek script …

The only kind of scene Pankaj Tripathi will never do
5 years, 3 months ago

The only kind of scene Pankaj Tripathi will never do

India TV News  

Pankaj Tripathi is one of the recent discoveries of Bollywood that Hindi cinema is proud of. Pankaj, who has explored various genres, however, is clear that he will never sell the idea of fake masculinity. Even when it comes to playing a bad guy, I’m fine with it, but if you ask me to do a scene which involves child …

Panipat: Peshwa Bajirao’s descendant objects to Kriti Sanon’s dialogue about Mastani, says he’ll go to court
5 years, 3 months ago

Panipat: Peshwa Bajirao’s descendant objects to Kriti Sanon’s dialogue about Mastani, says he’ll go to court

Hindustan Times  

Ashutosh Gowariker’s period drama, Panipat, starring Arjun Kapoor and Sanjay Dutt, has landed in a controversy days before its release. A descendant of Peshwa Bajirao has objected to a dialogue mouthed by Kriti Sanon in the film trailer and has said he will approach the court if necessary changes are not made by the makers. She is seen telling Arjun …

Before kickstarting Ranveer Singh's 83, Pankaj Tripathi jets off to Scotland for family vacay
5 years, 10 months ago

Before kickstarting Ranveer Singh's 83, Pankaj Tripathi jets off to Scotland for family vacay

India Today  

Pankaj Tripathi, who has been shooting for back to back films like Angrezi Medium, Kargil Girl, Panga and more, has been a busy bee. The actor will start shooting for Ranveer Singh's 83 early next month in London and before kick starting a new project, the actor decided to head off to Scotland with his family. In 83, Pankaj is …

Pankaj Tripathi on working with Janhvi Kapoor in Kargil Girl: She has no starry tantrums
5 years, 10 months ago

Pankaj Tripathi on working with Janhvi Kapoor in Kargil Girl: She has no starry tantrums

India Today  

Janhvi Kapoor is only a film old in Bollywood, but the 22-year-old actress has found a fan in National-Award winning actor Pankaj Tripathi. It is no secret that Pankaj Tripathi is playing Janhvi Kapoor's on-screen dad in Kargil Girl. In an interview to a website, Pankaj Tripathi opened up on the experience of working with Janhvi Kapoor. While the film …

Pankaj Tripathi reveals reason behind his massive fan following
5 years, 10 months ago

Pankaj Tripathi reveals reason behind his massive fan following

India TV News  

Last few years have been really busy for Pankaj Tripathi with back-to-back releases as well as outings on the digital platforms but the actor says he would like to slow down a bit as he does not want to get "repetitive". "I want to take a break next year and think about what I should do workwise," Tripathi told PTI. …

Kriti Sanon on Panipat: Being North Indian, it is a challenge to play Marathi character
5 years, 10 months ago

Kriti Sanon on Panipat: Being North Indian, it is a challenge to play Marathi character

India Today  

Actress Kriti Sanon, who is prepping for her upcoming period drama Panipat, says being a North Indian, it is a challenge for her to play a Marathi character in the film. Being a North Indian, it is a challenge to play a Marathi character but Ashu Sir made it easy and very enjoyable." Panipat will tell the story as what …

Pankaj Tripathi to share screen space with Kareena Kapoor Khan in Angrezi Medium; Stree actor dons wheeler-dealer look
5 years, 11 months ago

Pankaj Tripathi to share screen space with Kareena Kapoor Khan in Angrezi Medium; Stree actor dons wheeler-dealer look

India TV News  

Pankaj Tripathi is one of the actors in our Hindi film industry who rose to fame gradually with his impeccable performances in movies like Nil Battey Sannata, Newton, Stree, and Luka Chuppa. He has joined Irrfan Khan and Rahdika Madan starrer Angrezi Medium to make his special appearance on the silver screen. While talking to Mid Day, the 42-year-old actor …

Pankaj Tripathi on joining politics: I am interested but have time to pursue it
5 years, 11 months ago

Pankaj Tripathi on joining politics: I am interested but have time to pursue it

India Today  

Acclaimed actor Pankaj Tripathi, who was last seen on screens on Kartik Aaryan and Kriti Sanon starrer Luka Chuppi, says though he has an interest in politics, he still has time before he pursues it. As a stream of actors is entering politics ahead of the elections, asked if he is interested in the field, Pankaj told IANS, "I have …

Pankaj Tripathi to play Janhvi Kapoor’s father in Gunjan Saxena biopic, calls her a sincere actor
6 years ago

Pankaj Tripathi to play Janhvi Kapoor’s father in Gunjan Saxena biopic, calls her a sincere actor

Hindustan Times  

Actor Pankaj Tripathi, who just saw the release of his latest film Luka Chuppi, has a few more interesting projects in hand. The actor will now be seen playing Janhvi Kapoor’s father in the Gunjan Saxena biopic and has already started shooting for the film in Lucknow. Being directed by Sharan Sharma, the film is based on the life of …

I have my hands full: Pankaj Tripathi
6 years ago

I have my hands full: Pankaj Tripathi

Hindustan Times  

The deep roots that bind Pankaj Tripathi to the earth are more than apparent. With seven film releases in 2017, eight in 2018, besides the runaway success of ‘Sacred Games’ and ‘Mirzapur’, Tripathi recently shot his solo lead ‘Kagaz’ in Sitapur and has makers queuing up to sign him. It’s the side effect of success!” PACKED CALENDAR His upcoming films …

Stree star Pankaj Tripathi lost weight to play farmer in Kaagaz
6 years, 4 months ago

Stree star Pankaj Tripathi lost weight to play farmer in Kaagaz

India TV News  

Bollywood actor Pankaj Tripathi, who recently impressed fans with his comic timings in recently released Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor starrer film Stree, is gearing up for his next project. Essaying a farmer's role in a movie after playing a flamboyant superstar in another film led actor Pankaj Tripathi to a bit of physical transformation. Soon after wrapping up the …

Stree star Pankaj Tripathi excited to work with Satish Kaushik
6 years, 4 months ago

Stree star Pankaj Tripathi excited to work with Satish Kaushik

India TV News  

Bollywood actor Pankaj Tripathi, who was last seen in Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor starrer Stree, is all set to play a farmer character in a Satish Kaushik film. Pankaj essay activist and farmer Lal Bihari from Azamgarh in a film by Satish Kaushik, is excited about working under his direction. The film is a real life tale of an …

Shakeela to do cameo in her biopic featuring Richa Chadha, confirms director Indrajit Lankesh
6 years, 4 months ago

Shakeela to do cameo in her biopic featuring Richa Chadha, confirms director Indrajit Lankesh

Firstpost  

The biopic is based on the life of southern film industry’s adult film star Shakeela, who was popular in showbiz during the 1990s Mumbai: A biopic on southern film industry’s adult film star Shakeela will see her play a cameo. Director Indrajit Lankesh is helming the movie, which stars Richa Chadha in the role of Shakeela, who was popular in …

Pankaj Tripathi dons bell-bottoms, colourful shirts as larger-than-life actor, producer in Shakeela biopic
6 years, 5 months ago

Pankaj Tripathi dons bell-bottoms, colourful shirts as larger-than-life actor, producer in Shakeela biopic

Firstpost  

Shakeela is a directorial venture by Indrajit Lankesh delves into the life of the glamorous actress, who has worked in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu and Kannada language films for over twenty years Mumbai: For his role as an overdramatic actor-producer of the 1990s in Shakeela, actor Pankaj Tripathi will be seen in over-the-top style, flaunting bell-bottoms and colourful suits and shirts. …

Pankaj Tripathi reunites with 'Bareilly Ki Barfi' Kriti Sanon for Luka Chuppi
6 years, 7 months ago

Pankaj Tripathi reunites with 'Bareilly Ki Barfi' Kriti Sanon for Luka Chuppi

India TV News  

After Aparshakti Khurana, critically acclaimed actor Pankaj Tripathi has come on-board for Kartik Aaryan-Kriti Sanon starrer Luka Chuppi. "My character is a man with a different sense of humour and whenever the story gets too complicated, he has some contribution to make," Tripathi said in a statement. Producer Dinesh Vijan said Tripathi has an "endearing and ridiculous sense of humour" …

Pankaj Tripathi to play southern star in Richa Chadha starrer Shakeela biopic
6 years, 7 months ago

Pankaj Tripathi to play southern star in Richa Chadha starrer Shakeela biopic

India TV News  

Bollywood actor Pankaj Tripathi will essay the role of a southern film actor of the 1990s in Shakeela biopic. Right from winning a National Award for his performance in Newton to making his digital space debut with Excel Entertainment’s Mirzapur, Pankaj is on a roll! With 4 projects released and a few in the pipeline, Pankaj is all set to …

Pankaj Tripathi joins Richa Chadha's Shakeela biopic
6 years, 7 months ago

Pankaj Tripathi joins Richa Chadha's Shakeela biopic

India Today  

Bollywood actor Pankaj Tripathi was last seen in director Pa Ranjith's Tamil film Kaala that starred Rajinikanth, Nana Patekar and Huma Qureshi in the lead roles. In the untitled film, Pankaj Tripathi will be seen as a South Indian actor from the 90s, who was a dear friend of Shakeela. Speaking about being a part of Shakeela's biopic, Pankaj said, …

Won’t do senseless films, says Pankaj Tripathi after winning National Award
6 years, 11 months ago

Won’t do senseless films, says Pankaj Tripathi after winning National Award

Hindustan Times  

Pankaj Tripathi started his career in 2004, but the last year was a game-changer for him. I will be more responsible now.” Then he sighs with regret, “I haven’t talked to my parents yet.” He said, “Saurabh Shukla told me about the award. I am happy and feeling really humbled.” Read: Newton movie review: A charming satire on the dance …

Pankaj Tripathi joins cast of Shakeela biopic, along with his Fukrey co-star Richa Chadda; film to roll in April
6 years, 11 months ago

Pankaj Tripathi joins cast of Shakeela biopic, along with his Fukrey co-star Richa Chadda; film to roll in April

Firstpost  

Pankaj Tripathi will play the role of an amateur filmmaker who directs Shakeela, played by Richa Chadda, in one of her most well known roles. Richa Chadda, who is all set to play the lead in a biopic on Shakeela, a ’90s adult films actress, is now joined by Pankaj Tripathi, who has won audiences and critics with his last …

Pankaj Tripathi’s father didn’t want him to become an actor, wondered if he would earn rozi-roti
7 years ago

Pankaj Tripathi’s father didn’t want him to become an actor, wondered if he would earn rozi-roti

Hindustan Times  

Actor Pankaj Tripathi has delivered some of the finest performances in films such as Gangs of Wasseypur, Nil Battey Sannata, Bareilly Ki Barfi and Newton. “I didn’t want to get into this field; I got interested in it only around when I was 22 or 23,” says the actor, adding, “My father wanted me to become a doctor. “Yes,” says …

Pankaj Tripathi: I didn't come to Bollywood to change anything
7 years, 8 months ago

Pankaj Tripathi: I didn't come to Bollywood to change anything

India TV News  

The National School of Drama graduate Pankaj Tripathi, who has delivered impressive performances in films such as Gangs of Wasseypur, Masaan and Nil Battey Sannata, said coming from theatre, Bollywood was always about survival for him. Quoting Sahir Ludhianvi's lyrics, ‘’Ye duniya agar mil bhi jaye to kya hai", Pankaj said an actor becomes more internal as an individual if …

Pankaj Tripathi: People tell me they love my work, then ask my name
7 years, 8 months ago

Pankaj Tripathi: People tell me they love my work, then ask my name

Hindustan Times  

Actor Pankaj Tripathi has been a part of popular films such as Agneepath, Gangs of Wasseypur I and II and Fukrey. Despite being a known face and a critically acclaimed actor, more often than not, people tend to ask him his name but that doesn’t bother him. Pankaj Tripathi says that the very fact that people make an effort to …

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