Actor
Chittaranjan Giri
Based In
Mumbai, India.
Origin
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
Years Active
1994 – Present
Chittaranjan Giri Biography
Chittaranjan Giri Full Information
- Full Name: Chittaranjan Giri
- Nickname: Chittu
- Date of Birth: 10 June 1969
- Age: 56 years
- Birthplace: Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Profession: Actor
- Industry: Indian Film Industry
- Primary Language of Work: Hindi
- Years Active: 1994 – Present
Family Background
- Father’s Name: Not publicly disclosed
- Mother’s Name: Not publicly disclosed
- Sibling: Not publicly disclosed
- Family Origin: India
Education & Theatre Training
- Formally trained in theatre and stage acting.
- Actively involved in Indian theatre before entering films.
- Theatre training helped him build a strong foundation in character depth, voice modulation, and realism.
Career Highlight
| Year | Film / Project Name |
|---|---|
| 2000 | Dr. Ambedkar |
| 2001 | Lajja |
| 2001 | Kasoor |
| 2002 | Makadee |
| 2003 | Matrubhoomi |
| 2007 | 1971 |
| 2009 | Gulaal |
| 2009 | The Man Beyond the Bridge (Paltadacho Munis) |
| 2015 | Phantom |
| 2016 | Lathe Joshi |
| 2019 | BABA |
| 2019 | Super 30 |
| 2019 | Bhonsle |
| 2019 | Black Label |
| 2019 | Difficult People |
| 2019 | Thackeray |
| 2023 | Farzi |
| 2024 | Aakhir Palaayan Kab Tak |
Recent Activity
1. Lead Role in Kaisi Ye Paheli (2025)
- Played Sub Inspector Tamang, earning attention for a serious and realistic performance.
2. International Film Festival Premiere
- Kaisi Ye Paheli premiered in June 2025 at the New York Indian Film Festival (NYIFF).
3. Active in Mumbai Theatre
- Continues regular involvement in theatre performances and stage practice in Mumbai.
4. Acting Teacher & Mentor
- Actively teaches acting, focusing on theatre-based realism and performance techniques.
5. News Coverage in Mid-2025
- Came into the news regarding a legal investigation in Odisha related to illegal ammunition sales, reported as under inquiry with no publicly confirmed verdict at the time.
Awards List
| Year | Award | Category | Award Name | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | International Film Festival | Best Actor | Critical Acclaim & Festival Recognition | The Man Beyond the Bridge (Paltadacho Munis) | Acclaimed |
| 2016 | Taiwan Film Festival – Maharashtra Times | Best Actor | Best Actor Nomination | Lathe Joshi | Nominated |
| 2019 | National Short Film Festival, Malvan | Best Actor (Male) | Best Actor | Black Label | Won |
| 2019 | Jammu Film Festival | Best Actor (Male) – Short Fiction | Best Actor | Black Label | Won |
| 2019 | LIFFT India Filmotsav | Best Actor (Male) – Short Fiction | Best Actor | Black Label | Won |
About Chittaranjan Giri
Chittaranjan Giri is an Indian actor known for theatre-based, realistic performances in Hindi films, short films, and independent cinema.
He is best known for his acclaimed lead role in The Man Beyond the Bridge (Paltadacho Munis).
He was born on 10 June 1969 in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
His notable works include The Man Beyond the Bridge, Lathe Joshi, Bhonsle, Super 30, Thackeray, Farzi, and Aakhir Palaayan Kab Tak.
Yes, he remains actively involved in Mumbai theatre and also teaches acting, alongside working in films.