Chunky Panday
Biography
Chunky Panday is an Indian film actor who primarily appears in Hindi-language films. He has been active in the film industry for over three decades, having started his career in the late 1980s. Panday has worked in over 80 movies, with his most successful films in Hindi being released between 1987 and 1992. He transitioned to character acting in Hindi films in 2003 and has also worked in Bangladeshi cinema, with most of his movies in Bangladesh being successful. Born on September 26, 1962, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Panday is known for his acting credits in over 101 films.
Career overview
Chunky Panday is an Indian film actor who primarily works in Bollywood films. He has appeared in over 80 movies throughout his career, which spans more than three decades. Panday's most successful movies in Hindi were released between 1987 and 1992.
After his Hindi films as a lead hero failed since 1993, Panday's career in Hindi films declined. However, he found success in Bangladeshi Cinema, working in the industry from 1995. He has been acting as a character actor in Hindi films since 2003.
Panday's acting credits include over 100 films. He has primarily appeared in Hindi-language films, with a notable shift from action-oriented roles to comedy throughout the late 1980s and 1990s. Born on September 26, 1962, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Panday is the father of actress Ananya Panday and the uncle of actor and model Ahaan Panday.
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101 titles- Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai (2026) as Dr. Gulati
- Rahu Ketu (2026) as Mordechai
- Baby Do Die Do (2026) as PM Jain
- Celebrity MasterChef India (2025) as Self
- The Royals (2025) as Ranjit Shroff
- The Royals (2025)
- Two Much with Kajol and Twinkle (2025) as Self
- Housefull 5 (2025) as Aakhri Pasta
- Son of Sardaar 2 (2025) as Danish
- Griha Laxmi (2025) as Kareem Kazi
- Detective Sherdil (2025) as Bodhi
- Saale Aashiq (2025) as Jagadish Bhajmodia
- The Great Indian Kapil Show (2024) as Self
- Madness Machayenge - India Ko Hasayenge (2024)
- Industry (2024) as Rakesh Raman
- The Tribe (2024) as Self
- Vijay 69 (2024) as Fali
- Pop Kaun? (2023) as Anthony Comsalves
- Liger (2022) as Tanya's Father
- Sardar (2022) as Maharaj Rathore
- Nayika Devi: The Warrior Queen (2022) as Muhammd Gori
- Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives (2020) as Self
- Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives (2020) as self
- Jawaani Jaaneman (2020) as Rocky
- Saaho (2019) as Devraj
- Housefull 4 (2019) as Pehla Pasta / Akhri Pasta
- Prassthanam (2019) as Khatri
- Shuruaat Ka Twist (2019)
- Baby Come Naa (2018) as Baburao
- The Drama Company (2017) as Self
- Begum Jaan (2017) as Kabir
- The Kapil Sharma Show (2016) as Self
- Yaaron Ki Baraat (2016) as Self
- Badman (2016)
- Housefull 3 (2016) as Akhri Pasta
- Comedy Nights Bachao (2015) as Self
- Humshakals (2014) as Karan T. Bijlani
- Gang of Ghosts (2014) as Gulab Chand
- Ishkq in Paris (2013) as Self
- Bullett Raja (2013) as Lallan
- Hum Hai Raahi CAR Ke (2013)
- Himmatwala (2013) as Michael Jaikishan (Special Appearance)
- Housefull 2 (2012) as Aakhri Pasta
- Ready (2011) as Karan
- Rascals (2011) as Bhagat Bholabhai Chaganmal a.k.a. BBC
- MasterChef India (2010) as Self
- Click (2010) as Manu Sharma
- Housefull (2010) as Aakhri Pasta
- India's Got Talent (2009) as Self
- De Dana Dan (2009) as Nonni H. Chaddha
- Ek: The Power of One (2009) as Balli
- Shortkut - The Con Is On (2009) as Guru Kapoor
- Daddy Cool: Join the Fun (2009) as Harry
- Paying Guests (2009) as Ronnie
- Sankat City (2009) as Sikandar Khan / Sheshaiya
- Om Shanti Om (2007) as Self
- Fool N Final (2007) as Rocky
- Don (2006) as T.J.
- I See You (2006) as Akshay Kapoor
- Darwaaza Bandh Rakho (2006) as Raghuveer 'Raghu' Achrekar
- Apna Sapna Money Money (2006) as Rana Jang Bahadur
- D (2005) as Raghavv
- Prem Korechi Besh Korechi (2005)
- Elaan (2005) as Salim
- Ssukh (2005) as Rakesh Verma
- Mumbai Se Aaya Mera Dost (2003) as Sanjay
- Qayamat: City Under Threat (2003) as Gopal
- Kasam (2001)
- Jwalamukhi (2000)
- Yeh Hai Mumbai Meri Jaan (1999) as Chali D'Souza
- Tirchhi Topiwale (1998)
- Shami Keno Asami (1997)
- Kaun Rokega Mujhe (1997) as Bhola
- Meyerao Manush (1997)
- Teesra Kaun? (1994) as Vijay Verma
- Lootere (1993)
- Aankhen (1993) as Munnu
- Vishwatma (1992) as Akash Bharadwaj
- Naseebwala (1992)
- Apradhi (1992) as Salim / Ravi
- Khule-Aam (1992) as Surya
- Jeevan Daata (1991) as Guddu, Shankar
- Trinetra (1991) as John - Singhania's assistant
- Rupaye Dus Karod (1991)
- Do Matwale (1991) as Amar
- Kohraam (1991)
- Zahreelay (1990)
- Naaka Bandi (1990)
- Paanch Papi (1989)
- Kasam Vardi Kee (1989) as Ajay Singh
- Mitti Aur Sona (1989) as Vijay
- Aag Ka Gola (1989)
- Gola Barood (1989) as Vijay M. Nath
- Gunahon Ka Faisla (1988) as Sheru
- Paap Ki Duniya (1988) as Inspector Vijay
- Tezaab (1988) as Babban
- Khatron Ke Khiladi (1988) as Mahesh Avtar
- Agnee (1988) as Babla
- Aag Hi Aag (1987) as Vijay Singh
- Rocky (1981) as Bell-ringer student (extra) in song "Rocky Mera Naam"
- Donali
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Chunky Panday best known for?
Chunky Panday is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai (2026), Baby Do Die Do (2026), The Great Indian Kapil Show (2024), Liger (2022).
When and where was Chunky Panday born?
Chunky Panday was born on September 26, 1962 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
How many credits does Chunky Panday have?
Chunky Panday has accumulated over 101 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1981 to 2026.
What is Chunky Panday's background in cinema and television?
Chunky Panday is an Indian film actor who primarily appears in Hindi-language films. He has been active in the film industry for over three decades, having started his career in the late 1980s. Panday has worked in over 80 movies, with his most successful films in Hindi being released between 1987 and 1992. He transiti...