Harsh Mayar - Biography, Age, Family, Career, Net Worth

Profile Summary

Table Of Content

• Biography 
• Age  
• Education
• Family
• Career
• Best Works Of Harsh Mayar 
• Career Timeline
• Awards
• Net Worth
• Interesting Facts
• How to Book a Similar Celebrity Like Harsh Mayar on Tring?

Biography

Harsh Mayar, an immensely talented Indian actor, has carved a niche for himself in the world of Hindi Bollywood films. His exceptional skills and dedication to his craft earned him the prestigious National Film Award for Best Child Artist for his remarkable work in the 2011 film I Am Kalam. 

Age  

Harsh Mayar was Born on 22nd March 1998 in Dakshinpuri, New Delhi, India, Harsh Mayar's zodiac sign is Aries. As of 2023, he is 25 years old.

Education

Harsh Mayar attended Yogi Arvind Sarvodaya Bal Vidyalaya in Delhi for his schooling.

Family

Harsh Mayar's father, Ashok Mayar, runs a tent rental services business, and his mother, Reeta Mayar, is his loving and supportive parent. He also has a brother named Chandan Mayar, who is a talented makeup artist.

Career

Harsh Mayar embarked on his acting journey at the tender age of eight in 2005. With the backing of his uncle Sunil Kumar, he joined Shri Ram Center in Delhi, as his parents couldn't afford the fee for acting classes. In those early days, he performed in 5-6 stage shows. Despite facing challenges, he remained persistent, attending a staggering 180 auditions for singing, dancing, and acting roles.

Although selected for the movie Chillar Party, Harsh declined the role due to a broken right hand sustained during play. However, after recovering, he received another audition call, and this time, his parents encouraged him to give it a shot. This decision led to his breakthrough in the film I Am Kalam, shot in Rajasthan in 2009. Working with debut director Nila Madhab Panda, alongside veteran actor Gulshan Grover and comic actor Pitobash Tripathy, Harsh showcased his exceptional talent and won accolades, including numerous international awards and the esteemed 58th National Film Award for Best Child Artist.

Following his success, Harsh Mayar's next venture was Jalpari: The Desert Mermaid in 2012. He continued to impress audiences with his performances in movies like Chaarfutiya Chhokare (1st August 2014) with Soha Ali Khan, a gripping Bollywood thriller written and directed by Manish Harishankar.

Best Works Of Harsh Mayar 

I Am Kalam.

I Am Kalam is an impactful Indian Hindi-language drama film, released in 2011, which was produced by the non-governmental charity Smile Foundation and skillfully directed by Nila Madhab Panda. The talented Harsh Mayar portrayed the character of Chhotu in this heartwarming film. The movie gained international recognition when it was screened in the market section at the 63rd Cannes Film Festival on 12th May 2010. Its captivating storyline and outstanding cinematography by Mohana Krishna have led to its participation in various film festivals, where it has received numerous awards and honors, showcasing its excellence. In a momentous event commemorating the 70th Indian Independence Day, I Am Kalam was screened retrospectively on 17th August 2016 at the Independence Day Film Festival, jointly presented by the Indian Directorate of Film Festivals and Ministry of Defense, further solidifying its place as a remarkable cinematic masterpiece.

Hichki

Hichki is a 2018 Indian Hindi-language comedy-drama film, co-written and directed by Siddharth P. Malhotra and produced by Aditya Chopra and Maneesh Sharma under Yash Raj Films. Based on Brad Cohen's autobiography, Front of the Class, stars Rani Mukerji as Naina Mathur, an aspiring teacher with Tourette syndrome. Despite facing rejection, she finally gets a chance to teach students from a nearby slum at St. Notker's School. The film's journey to production faced challenges, but it became a commercial success, grossing ₹2.15 billion, primarily driven by its popularity in China. Mukerji's performance received acclaim, earning her several award nominations and a win at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne.

Jalpari: The Desert Mermaid

Jalpari: The Desert Mermaid is a compelling 2012 Indian film directed by Nila Madhab Panda. Similar to I Am Kalam, it is also a children's film, with Lehar Khan, Krishang Trivedi, and Harsh Mayar taking the lead as child artists, while Parvin Dabas, Tannishtha Chatterjee, Rahul Singh, Suhasini Mulay, and V.M. Badola contribute in supporting roles.

The movie delves into the sensitive issue of female foeticide and unfolds as an adventurous tale. It gained recognition at the Marche du Cannes film festival and earned nominations at the prestigious Asia Pacific Screen Awards (APSA). The film was further submitted to the Academy of Motion Pictures as a direct entry for the Oscar Awards in the foreign film category.

Among its many accolades, Jalpari: The Desert Mermaid received the Audience Choice Award at the Minsk International Film Festival in Belarus. It was also selected as an official entry for the International Film Festival in Montreal in March 2013 and won the MIP Junior Kids Jury Award at Cannes in October 2012. The movie's captivating narrative and commendable performances have garnered critical acclaim, shining a light on important societal issues while enthralling audiences with its compelling storytelling.

Career Timeline

 Musical Theatre

Harsh Mayar also appeared in the Hindi musical Paighamber, directed by Vikas Dwivedi, where he shared the screen with actors Tom Alter and Amit Behl in lead roles. The play draws inspiration from the literary classic The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran and beautifully blends the folk music of Chhattisgarh and Haryana, along with the traditional Karma dance form of Chhattisgarh. The production incorporates live music and singing, creating a captivating and enriching theatrical experience for the audience.

Television

Harsh Mayar took on the lead role as Adrak in DD National's series titled Aadha Full. He began his television career in 2014 with Channel V India's crime series Gumrah: End of Innocence. Following that, he made an appearance in an episode of the crime show Tujhse Naaraz Nahin Zindagi on &TV in 2015. Harsh's presence on the small screen showcased his versatility as an actor, further adding to his impressive repertoire of performances.

Short Film

Harsh Mayar also showcased his talent as the lead in a student film project titled Untitled - The Words Left Unsaid. Directed by Sachin Aggarwal, the 8-minute short film revolves around Harsh's character, Nitin, a 15-year-old schoolboy who finds himself alone at home. In the film, Nitin expresses his emotions by writing heartfelt letters to his mother. The captivating short film was shot in the picturesque village of Makrauli in the Rohtak District, adding a touch of authenticity to the storytelling. 

Awards

• 2010 - Harsh Mayar was honored with the National Film Award for Best Child Artist for the film I Am Kalam, presented by President Pratibha Patil at the 58th National Film Awards Function in New Delhi.
• 2011 - He received the River Rock Award for Best Actor at the Silent River Film Festival in California for his remarkable performance in I Am Kalam.
• 2011 - Harsh Mayar was recognized with a Special Mention for Best Actor at the International Children's Film Festival India in Hyderabad for his outstanding portrayal in I Am Kalam.
• 2010 - He was awarded Best Actor at the Minsk International Film Festival Listapad.
• 2018 - Harsh Mayar was honored with the prestigious Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Nobel Awards by the International Human Rights Council.
• 2017 - He received the Certificate of Excellence at the 7th Dada Saheb Phalke Film Festival for his exceptional work in the short film Porphessnal.

Net Worth

Harsh Mayar's net worth of 2 crore rupees as of 2023 can be attributed to his successful acting career in movies, musical theatre, Television, Short Film, and some brand endorsements.

Interesting Facts

• Former President of India A. P. J. Abdul Kalam gifted Harsh Mayar his autobiography, Wings of Fire, after the release of the film I Am Kalam.
• He played the role of Ajite, a boy who leads a gang of kids in Madhogarh village, in the Indian Hindi-language children’s film Jalpari: The Desert Mermaid (2012).
• In 2019, he appeared in the Hotstar Special anthology film Kanpuriye in which he played the role of Jugnu Lampat (Jugnu Harami).
• In 2017, he earned a Certificate of Excellence at the 7th Dada Saheb Phalke Film Festival for his role in the short film Porphessnal.

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