Actor
Ankush Chaudhari
Based In
Mumbai, India.
Origin
Pune, Maharashtra, India
Years Active
1995 – Present
Ankush Chaudhari Biography
Ankush Chaudhari – Full Information
- Full Name: Ankush Chaudhari
- Profession: Actor, Producer, Screenwriter
- Industry: Marathi Film Industry, Marathi Theatre, Television
- Date of Birth: 14 August 1977
- Age: 48 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Pune, Maharashtra, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Zodiac Sign: Leo
- Religion: Hindu
Family Background
- Father: Retired Government Employee
- Mother: Homemaker
- Siblings: One younger brother
- Family Origin: Pune, Maharashtra, India
- Upbringing: Middle-class Marathi family
- Influence: Family encouraged his interest in acting and performing arts from a young age
Education
- Schooling: Completed in Pune, Maharashtra
- College: Pune University
- Field of Study: Bachelor’s in Arts
- Academic Status: Graduate
- Developed an early interest in theatre and stage performance during school and college
Career Highlight
| Year | Movie Name | Career Highlight |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Savarkhed Ek Gaon | Early breakthrough role in Marathi cinema |
| 2006 | Aai Shappath..! | Recognized for strong lead performance |
| 2007 | Saade Maade Teen | Notable directorial project |
| 2009 | Gaiir | Successful mainstream film; wide audience recognition |
| 2013 | Duniyadari | Career-defining performance; critically acclaimed |
| 2014 | Por Baazar | First notable negative role |
| 2015 | Double Seat | Major commercial success; mass appeal |
| 2016 | Guru | High-profile film; dubbed in Hindi for wider reach |
| 2017 | Ti Saddhya Kay Karte | Critically and commercially appreciated |
| 2019 | Triple Seat | Popular urban-comedy hit |
| 2020 | Dhurala | Strong performance in political drama |
| 2022 | Lochya Zaala Re | Comedy entertainer; box office success |
| 2025 | P. S. I. Arjun | Upcoming film; highly anticipated |
| 2026 | Punha Ekda Sade Made Teen | Upcoming directorial project; anticipated release |
Recent Activity
- Preparing for the upcoming film “Punha Ekda Sade Made Teen” (also called “Punha Ekda Sade Made Made Teen”), releasing January 30, 2026
- Serving as director, writer, and actor in the upcoming film
- Promoting his 2025 film “Har Har Mahadev” through interviews and social media
- Publicly discussing the importance of Marathi language and its recognition as a classical language
- Engaging in brand endorsements, appearing in advertising campaigns
- Collaborating with OTT platforms for film streaming and promotions
- Active on social media, sharing updates on upcoming projects, events, and film releases
- Maintaining visibility in Marathi cinema as a leading actor, director, and content creator
Awards List
| Year | Award Category | Award Name | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Best Actor | Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar | Aadhaar | Nominated |
| 2004 | Best Actor | Maharashtra State Film Awards | Savarkhed Ek Gaon | Nominated |
| 2006 | Best Supporting Actor | Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar | Aai Shappath..! | Nominated |
| 2008 | Best Actor | Maharashtra State Film Awards | Checkmate | Nominated |
| 2009 | Favourite Actor | Maharashtracha Favourite Kon? | Uladhaal | Nominated |
| 2009 | Favourite Style Icon | Maharashtracha Favourite Kon? | — | Won |
| 2010 | Best Actor | Maharashtracha Favourite Kon? | Ringa Ringa | Won |
| 2012 | Favourite Comedian | Maharashtracha Favourite Kon? | Zhakaas | Nominated |
| 2012 | Favourite Style Icon | Maharashtracha Favourite Kon? | — | Won |
| 2013 | Favourite Supporting Actor | Maharashtracha Favourite Kon? | Duniyadari | Won |
| 2014 | Best Actor in a Supporting Role | MaTa Sanman | — | Won |
| 2015 | Best Actor | Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar | Classmates | Nominated |
| 2015 | Favourite Actor | Maharashtracha Favourite Kon? | Classmates | Won |
| 2015 | Favourite Style Icon | Maharashtracha Favourite Kon? | — | Won |
| 2015 | Best Actor | 2nd Filmfare Awards Marathi | Double Seat | Nominated |
| 2015 | Best Actor – Critics | 2nd Filmfare Awards Marathi | Double Seat | Won |
| 2015 | Best Actor | Maharashtra State Film Awards | Double Seat | Nominated |
| 2016 | Best Actor | Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar | — | Nominated |
| 2016 | Best Actor in a Leading Role | MaTa Sanman | — | Nominated |
| 2016 | Best Actor | Marathi Achievers and International Awards | — | Won |
| 2016 | Favourite Actor | Maharashtracha Favourite Kon? | Dagadi Chawl | Nominated |
| 2017 | Best Actor | Ti Saddhya Kay Karte | — | Nominated |
| 2017 | Most Stylish Actor | Lokmat Stylish Awards | Dagadi Chawl | Won |
| 2018 | Overall Contribution in Marathi cinema | Shahir Dada Kondke Awards | Various | Won |
| 2019 | Favourite Actor | Maharashtracha Favourite Kon? | Triple Seat | Nominated |
| 2019 | Favourite Style Icon | Maharashtracha Favourite Kon? | — | Won |
| 2019 | Best Actor | Sakaal Premier Awards | — | Nominated |
| 2020 | Best Actor | 5th Filmfare Awards Marathi | — | Nominated |
| 2020 | Best Actor | Radio City Cine Awards | — | Won |
| 2020 | Favourite Actor | Maharashtracha Favourite Kon? | Classmates | Nominated |
| 2020 | Favourite Style Icon | Maharashtracha Favourite Kon? | — | Nominated |
| 2020 | Favourite Supporting Actor | Maharashtracha Favourite Kon? | Duniyadari | Won |
| 2021 | Best Actor | 6th Filmfare Awards Marathi | Dhurala | Won |
| 2022 | Best Actor in a Leading Role | MaTa Sanman | — | Won |
| 2022 | Best Actor | 7th Filmfare Awards Marathi | Daagadi Chawl 2 | Nominated |
| 2023 | Best Actor in a Leading Role | Fakt Marathi Cine Sanman | Maharashtra Shahir | Nominated |
| 2023 | Best Actor in a Leading Role – Jury | Fakt Marathi Cine Sanman | Maharashtra Shahir | Won |
| 2024 | Best Actor in a Lead Role | Aapla Bioscope Awards | — | Nominated |
| 2024 | Favourite Actor | Maharashtracha Favourite Kon? | — | Won |
| 2024 | Best Actor in a Leading Role | Maharashtra Times Sanman Awards | — | Nominated |
| 2024 | Favourite Actor | Maharashtra Times Sanman Awards | — | Won |
| 2024 | Best Actor | Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar | — | Nominated |
| 2024 | Best Influential Actor | Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar | — | Won |
| 2024 | Best Actor | 8th Filmfare Awards Marathi | — | Nominated |
| 2024 | Best Actor – Critics | 8th Filmfare Awards Marathi | — | Won |
About Ankush Chaudhari
Ankush Chaudhari is a leading Marathi actor, director, and screenwriter known for commercial hits and critically acclaimed performances.
Duniyadari, Double Seat, Dhurala, Lochya Zaala Re, and Punha Ekda Sade Made Teen.
Yes, he started in theatre and Marathi television before becoming a film star.
Yes, he has directed films including Saade Maade Teen and Punha Ekda Sade Made Teen.
He has won multiple Filmfare Marathi Awards, Zee Chitra Gaurav, MaTa Sanman, and Maharashtracha Favourite Kon? awards.