Ankush Chaudhari is a prominent actor in the Marathi film industry and has garnered success over a span of 30 years. |
He has acted in over 40 films and TV shows, earning more than 20 awards, including three Filmfare Awards Marathi. |
Raised in a financially struggling family, Ankush used to help his father sell fruits and vegetables to make ends meet. |
His journey in the performing arts began with cultural programs in school and college, showcasing his dancing talents. |
Ankush's breakthrough came with the play All The Best-Natak in 1993, leading to further successes on stage. |
After an initial lack of recognition from his debut film in 1995, he gained fame with his role in a Hindi film in 2000. |
His performances in notable films solidified his status as a leading figure in Marathi cinema. |
He was featured as one of the hottest men in the Marathi film industry in 2014. |
Ankush achieved a remarkable trio of hits in 2015 with Classmates, Double Seat, and Dagadi Chawl. |
He and Deepa Parab were in a relationship for 12 years before marrying and have a son together. |
Ankush has served as a brand ambassador for two Kabaddi teams in the Pro Kabaddi League. |
In 2021, he returned to Marathi television as a super judge for a dance reality show. |
He invested in the OTT platform Letsflix and participates in social initiatives focusing on education for children. |
Ankush endorses multiple brands and has recently ventured into film direction after a lengthy hiatus. |
A wax statue of him has been displayed at the Sunil’s Celebrity Wax Museum. |