Abhishek Banerjee - Childhood, Movies, Awards, Interesting Facts

Table Of Contents

• Biography
• Age 
• Education
• Career
• Top 5 Movies
•  Career Timeline
• Net Worth
• Awards
• Interesting Facts

Biography 

Abhishek Banerjee is an Indian actor and politician hailing from West Bengal. He was born on May 5, 1985, in Kolkata, India. Abhishek started his acting career in the entertainment industry and gained prominence for his versatile performances in films and web series.

Abhishek Banerjee made his debut in Bollywood with the film No One Killed Jessica in 2011, where he portrayed a supporting role. He went on to appear in various movies such as Go Goa Gone, Rajkahini, Pari, and Stree, among others. His portrayal of the character Jaana in the horror-comedy film Stree garnered him widespread recognition and praise from both critics and audiences.

Apart from his success in films, Abhishek Banerjee has also ventured into the digital space. He delivered an exceptional performance as Hathoda Tyagi in the critically acclaimed Amazon Prime Video series Paatal Lok. His complex and layered character portrayal further solidified his position as a talented actor.

In addition to his acting career, Abhishek Banerjee is actively involved in politics. He is a member of the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) party and serves as a Member of Parliament from the Diamond Harbour constituency in West Bengal. His foray into politics showcases his commitment to public service and his desire to make a positive impact on society.

Abhishek Banerjee's talent, versatility, and dedication have earned him accolades in both the entertainment industry and politics. He continues to captivate audiences with his performances and remains an influential figure in Indian cinema.

Age

Abhishek Banerjee was born on May 5, 1985, in Kolkata, India.He is 36 years old as of 2023 and his zodiac sign is Taurus.

Education

Banerjee received his higher education in Delhi. He graduated from Kirori Mal College, University of Delhi, and was a member of Kirori Mal's dramatics society. Before graduating from Kirori Mal College, he completed his school at Kendriya Vidyalaya, Andrews Ganj in Delhi. His birthplace is Kharagpur, West Bengal where his parents reside.

Career

Abhishek Banerjee began his acting career with Delhi Theatre. He worked in dd show school days. His first film appearance was in Rang De Basanti, as one of the students auditioning for a documentary role. He moved to Mumbai from Delhi in 2008. He worked in Knock Out as a casting director in 2010. He also acted in Soul of Sand in 2010.

In 2011, he worked as a casting director in The Dirty Picture and No One Killed Jessica. He also acted in No One Killed Jessica in 2011. He worked as a casting director in Bajatey Raho and Mickey Virus in 2013. He also acted in Bombay Talkies in 2013.

Banerjee acted in the short films Fuddu Boys and Agli Baar in 2015. He also worked as a casting director in Umrika and Gabbar Is Back in 2015. He worked as a casting director in Dear Dad, Do Lafzon Ki Kahani, Rock On 2 and You Are My Sunday in 2016. He was a casting director in Ok Jaanu, Toilet: Ek Prem Katha, Secret Superstar, and Ajji in 2017. In this year he acted in Phillauri and Ajji. He worked as the casting director of Brij Mohan Amar Rahe in 2018. He acted in Stree in 2018. For this film, he was nominated for Zee Cine Award for Best Actor in a Comic Role in 2019. In 2019 he worked as a casting director of Kalank. In 2019 he also acted in Arjun; Patiala, Dream Girl, and Bala.

Besides films, he also acted in web series like TVF Pitchers in 2015, Mirzapur in 2018, and Typewriter in 2019 where he played a key role as 'Fakeer'. He runs Casting Bay along with his friend Anmol Ahuja where they cast actors in advertisements, films as well as web series. It was established in 2017.He played the role of Jin Liang in Kaali 2 (2020), in the ZEE5 web series in 2020. He played the role of lead antagonist and dreaded serial killer Vishal Tyagi (Hathoda Tyagi) in the Amazon Prime web series Paatal Lok. He was also the casting director for the web series. Abhishek's next film is Bhediya.

Top 5 Works Of Abhishek Banerjee

Stree (2018)

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Abhishek Banerjee gained widespread recognition for his role as Jana in the horror-comedy film Stree. The movie follows the story of a small town haunted by a female ghost who preys on men. Abhishek's portrayal of Jana, a quirky and endearing character, garnered praise for his comedic timing and natural acting skills.

Pataakha (2018)

In the film Pataakha, Abhishek Banerjee delivered a memorable performance as Dipper Naradmuni. The movie revolves around the tumultuous relationship between two sisters who are constantly at odds with each other. Abhishek's portrayal of Dipper, a supportive and humorous friend, added depth and comic relief to the narrative.

Bala (2019)

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Abhishek Banerjee showcased his versatility in the comedy-drama film Bala. He played the role of Ajju, a loyal friend to the protagonist who struggles with premature balding. Abhishek's performance received accolades for his ability to bring out the emotional nuances of the character while maintaining a comedic touch.

Paatal Lok (2020)

In the critically acclaimed web series Paatal Lok, Abhishek Banerjee portrayed the character of Hathoda Tyagi. He portrayed a complex and ruthless killer with a chilling intensity that captivated audiences. His nuanced performance showcased his ability to delve into darker roles and leave a lasting impact.

Ajeeb Daastaans (2021)

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Abhishek Banerjee appeared in the anthology film Ajeeb Daastaans in the segment titled Khilauna. He played the role of Nandu, a young man working as a toy delivery agent. His performance as Nandu, torn between ambition and societal constraints, showcased his ability to bring depth to a character in a limited screen time.

Upcoming Movies

Stree 2

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Stree 2 is the upcoming sequel to the 2018 movie Stree directed by Amar Kaushik. The sequel will be starring Abhishek Banerjee, Shraddha Kapoor, Rajkummar Rao, Pankaj Tripathi, Varun Dhawan, Aparshakti Khurana and Aakash Dabhade. The movie will be released on 15th August 2024.

Abhishek Banerjee as Jaana is all set to tickle audiences' funny bones. Abhishek can be seen in the trailer, reprising the role he did in the first part of the franchise. People are eager to watch the new part of this film with new characters and paranormal entities entering the town of Chanderi. Abhishek Banerjee's Jaana is muc awaited for the signature comic timing that he has.

Career Timeline(Movies)

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Net Worth

Abhishek Banerjee’s net worth is estimated to be around $2.5 million in 2023. He amassed his fortune through a successful career as a casting director and actor. He also runs his own production company, which has produced a number of films and television shows.

Awards

• Zee Cine Awards 2019: Best Actor in a Comic Role: Stree

• Filmfare OTT Awards 2020:Best Supporting Actor (Male) (Drama Series): Paatal Lok

• Filmfare Awards 2022: Best Supporting Actor: Rashmi Rocket

3 Interesting Facts About Abhishek Banerjee

• Abhishek Banerjee was born in a Bengali family and was an introverted child. One day, after playing the role of Lord Rama in one of his school plays, he decided to make his career in acting. After completing his studies, he shifted to Mumbai to follow his dream of becoming an actor.

• He appeared in the YouTube channel, ScreenPatti’s comedy video Daaru Pe Charcha- Vijay Maal Legaya along with the famous YouTube actor, Jitendra Kumar aka Jeetu Bhaiya.

• In 2017, he opened a casting company, Casting Bay, along with his partner Anmol Ahuja.

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