Girish Kulkarni
Biography
Girish Pandurang Kulkarni is an Indian actor, writer, and producer born on November 25, 1977, in Solapur, Maharashtra, India. He is a recipient of two National Film Awards, including the National Film Award for Best Actor in 2011 for his performance in Deool. As an actor and writer, he is known for his work in films such as Dangal released in 2016, Kaabil released in 2017, Masala released in 2012, and Gandha. He has accumulated 41 known credits in his career spanning film projects.
Career overview
Girish Pandurang Kulkarni is an Indian actor, writer, and producer born on November 25, 1977, in Solapur, Maharashtra, India. Active in the film industry, he is known for his work in both acting and writing capacities. Among his recognized credits are the films Dangal, released in 2016, Kaabil, released in 2017, and Masala, released in 2012. His filmography also includes appearances in Deool and Gandha.
Throughout his career, Kulkarni has received recognition for his performances. He is a recipient of two National Film Awards. Specifically, he earned the National Film Award for Best Actor in 2011 for his performance in the film Deool. His career encompasses multiple known credits across his professional roles in the entertainment industry.
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51 titles- Matka King (2026) as TP D'souza
- Baapya (2026) as Anil Borkar
- Deva (2025) as Jairaj Apte
- Interrogation (2025) as Rajan
- Jailer (2023) as Bal Singh
- Boyz 4 (2023)
- Thankam (2023) as Jayanth Sakhalkar
- Ganapath (2023) as Senior
- Ekda Yeun Tar Bagha (2023) as Shravan Phulhambrikar
- Guilty Minds (2022) as Bhandari
- Boyz 3 (2022)
- Jahaan Chaar Yaar (2022) as Madhukar Rane
- Sunflower (2021) as Sub Inspector Chetan Tambe
- Crime Next Door (2021) as Ranjeet Singh
- Bhoot Police (2021) as Santu
- Hello Charlie (2021) as Priyesh Patel
- Trijya - Radius (2019) as Visputey (Drunkard in the Bar)
- Firebrand (2019)
- Dithee (2019)
- Sacred Games (2018) as Bipin Bhosle
- Fanney Khan (2018) as Karan Kakkad
- Faster Fene (2017) as Appa
- Kaabil (2017) as Nalawade
- Dangal (2016) as Coach Pramod Kadam
- The Kill (2016) as The Husband
- Jaundya Na Balasaheb (2016) as Balasaheb
- Jaundya Na Balasaheb (2016) Writer
- Jaundya Na Balasaheb (2016) Producer
- Jaundya Na Balasaheb (2016) Director
- Highway (2015)
- Highway (2015) Writer
- Salaam (2014) as Shankar
- Postcard (2014) as Postman
- Ugly (2013) as Inspector Jadhav
- Pune 52 (2013) as Amar Apte
- Pune 52 (2013) Dialogue
- Pune 52 (2013) Producer
- Deool (2011) as Keshya
- Deool (2011) Screenplay
- The Damned Rain (2009) as Kisna
- Smell (2009) as Mangesh
- Vihir (2009) as Bhavshya Mama
- Vihir (2009) Producer
- Vihir (2009) Writer
- Valu (2008) as Jeevan
- Valu (2008) Screenplay
- Mahercha Daivat (2007)
- The Grinding Machine (2004) as Brother
- Ikroop as Girish
- Khashaba
- Alcohol
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Girish Kulkarni best known for?
Girish Kulkarni is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Matka King (2026), Deva (2025), Sacred Games (2018), Dangal (2016).
When and where was Girish Kulkarni born?
Girish Kulkarni was born on November 25, 1977 in Solapur, Maharashtra, India.
How many credits does Girish Kulkarni have?
Girish Kulkarni has accumulated over 51 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2004 to 2026.
What is Girish Kulkarni's background in cinema and television?
Girish Pandurang Kulkarni is an Indian actor, writer, and producer born on November 25, 1977, in Solapur, Maharashtra, India. He is a recipient of two National Film Awards, including the National Film Award for Best Actor in 2011 for his performance in Deool. As an actor and writer, he is known for his work in films su...