Meet actor who left MBA halfway to peruse acting, later became a household name with.., also called Bihar Babu, his name is...
Meet actor who left MBA halfway to peruse acting, later became a household name with.., also called Bihar Babu, his name is...
In the glitzy and glamorous world of Bollywood, it is often the dazzling and superficial lives of the actors that come to the forefront. However, some actors are known for their depth beyond their superficial appearance and lifestyle. One such tale belongs to an actor who is known not just as a great artist but also recognised for his grounded nature and simplicity. Besides being an actor, he is also a mentor, theatre director, writer, and producer.
The actor we are talking about is none other than Vinay Pathak. Vinay was born in Bihar, and away from the world of limelight, he was a studious and well-read kid who wanted to enter the world of corporate. He even enrolled in Stone Brook University in the United States to pursue an MBA, but destiny had other plans.
During his time in time in U.S., he developed a fascination for cameras and lights, and he started performing on stage, and soon theatre became his second home. Balancing both together, he attended acting workshops along with his ongoing studies. Eventually, he realised that his true calling is not in business but in building and playing characters. Halfway into his MBA, he dropped out of it and returned to India to chase his acting dream.
Coming back to India, he ventured into his career with Doordarshan's show Hip Hip Hurray. Carving his own niche, Vinay got into this industry with sheer talent and dedication. But the turning point came for Vinay with the 2007 comedy Bheja Fry, in which he portrayed the innocent and lovable Bharat Bhushan. His impeccable comic timing, strong screen presence, and simplicity won hearts of million with him soon turning into a household name.
Besides this, he has also done some impeccable performances in films like Dasvidaniya, Chhoti Si Baat, and Gaur Hari Dastaan. But what stood out was his ability to make every character feel real and relatable.
Vinay Pathak's contribution to cinema isn't just limited to acting. He has been a theatre teacher, guest lecturer, and mentor to many aspiring actors.
Recently, he got a lot of praise for his work in the film Chidiya and the web series Gram Chikitsalay.
Famously known 'Bihari Babu,' he has done justice to this title by carrying the essence of Bihar with him, which is his simplicity and warmth.
From humour to pain, Vinay is a versatile actor who can emote any feeling on the screen.
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