Top 10 Best Actors Of Pahadi Cinema

Western Pahari Cinema has a rich history with stalling achievements. The first black and white Pahari film was 'Gallan Hoyein Beetiyan,' released in 1966. And the first color film was 'Maa Ni Mildi,' released in August 2010. 'Chanchlo,' was a telefilm in Dogri that gained popularity in 1999 on Srinagar-Doordarshan (now known as DD Kashir). The Children's Film Society of India's documentary drama, 'Himmat,' was showcased at the Indian Panorama at IFFI in 2003. 'Lakeer' (2011) was the first Pahari feature film narrating a poignant tale of the partition of India. Significant films like 'Kuggi Maar Duaari,' 'Reet,' and bilingual films like ' Gul Gulshan Gulfam Gul Gulshan Gulfam is counted as amongst one of th >> Read More... ' in 2012 contributed to Pahari cinema's growth. In Himachal Pradesh, 'Saanjh,' directed by Ajay Saklani Ajay Saklani is a well-known Hindi Cinematographer >> Read More... , marked the first feature film in Western Pahari language.

Let us look into some of the most popular and talented actors and actresses who contributed to the success of the Pahariwood.

1. Thakur Dass Rathi Bio coming soon... >> Read More...

Thakur Dass Rathi was born in Himachal Pradesh. He has worked on Saanjh’s (2017) film, which gained significant attention as it was one of the first Himachali feature films to receive a theatrical release. Saanjh is a complex story about the bond between an elderly woman and her granddaughter, and film also showcases the scenic beauty and culture of Himachal Pradesh. He is known for his contributions to Himachali cinema and theatre, often highlighting regional stories and characters.

2. Pawan Kumar Sharma Pawan Kumar Sharma is a budding director and film >> Read More...

Pawan Kumar Sharma is a Pahari actor and director born in Himachal Pradesh. His notable film is Reela (2014), which focuses on local culture and traditions and portrays the unique aspects of Himachali life. He is a versatile actor involved in promoting Pahari language and culture through cinema. He also directed the movie Brina, about an old tradition showing how young girls marry much older men for money. The film also explores the polyandry system in remote parts of Himachal Pradesh.

3. Kuldeep Sharma Kuldeep Sharma is an on-screen character and gener >> Read More...

Kuldeep Sharma is a Pahari actor who is born in Himachal Pradesh. His famous film is Pauna (2015), which explores everyday life in Himachal Pradesh and focuses on the interpersonal relationships and daily challenges faced by the locals. Kuldeep Sharma is also recognized for his contributions to music and theatre in Himachal cinema. He is a significant figure in the local entertainment industry.

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Anuj Joshi is a Pahari actor born in Uttarakhand. One of his notable film is Jalebi (2020), which became a popular Garhwali film that showcases local traditions and stories; Jalebi is well-received for its storytelling and cultural depiction. He is also active in both theatre and cinema in Uttarakhand.

5. Urmi Negi Urmi Negi is a renowned Uttarakhand actress and pr >> Read More...

Urmi Negi is a Pahari actor, director, and producer from Uttarakhand. Her infamous work is Subherau Gham (2014), which is a Garhwali film reflecting the daily lives and struggles of the people in Uttarakhand; the cast includes Urmi Negi, Balraj Negi Balraj Negi is a famous actor from India. He lives >> Read More... , Baldev Rana Baldev Rana is a well-known actor and director fro >> Read More... , Ghananand, Mir Ranjan Negi Ranjan Negi is a renowned hockey player, but his i >> Read More... , Bijju. This film was written, directed and produced by Urmi Negi. She also starred in the Pahari film " Ghar Jamai Ghar Jamai is a Hindi television sitcom that was b >> Read More... ," which showcased her cultural heritage. Her movie "Kothi," became a milestone in her career and she earned her the Best Actress award for it, in Delhi. She also appeared alongside Mithun Chakraborty When we talk about the few legends in the Indian f >> Read More... in films like "Dada" (2000) and "Aaj Ka Boss" (2008). She also explored the field of film production with "My Family." She expanded her career by working in South Indian, Nepali, and Bhojpuri films and television series.

6. Parashar Gaur

Parashar Gaur is a Garhwali language filmmaker, poet, and artist. He was in the film Jagwal (The Long Wait) in 1983. It is about a young wife who had to wait seven years for her husband because he was arrested and jailed for murder soon after they got married. Her husband suggested that she marry his younger brother or leave home. Despite his advice, she chose to stay and wait for him.

7. Hemant Pandey Hemant Pandey is an Indian actor known for his dif >> Read More...

Hemant Pandey is an Indian film, theatre, and television actor. He has worked in various film industry across India, be it Bollywood, Tamil films, Pahariwood etc. He is a talented and versatile actor. His Garhwali film Gopi Bhina (2013) featuring him in prominent role along with Himani Shivpuri Himani Shivpuri is an Indian actress, born on Octo >> Read More... , Sanjay Silodia, and Twishaa Bhatt Twishaa Bhatt is a supporting actress in the Pahar >> Read More... . It is directed by Ashok Mall Ashok Mall [a native of Pithoragadh born in 1958] >> Read More... and unfolds as a compelling family drama in a comical way. He got his first significant break in 1996 with "Taank Jhank," where he starred alongside Dharmesh Vyas Dharmesh Vyas is a highly talented and gifted acto >> Read More... and Hemant Kevan. He later appeared in popular shows like " Office Office Office- Office is a Hindi-language sitcom written >> Read More... " and "Mrs. Malinee Iyer." Pandev grew up admiring the work of legends like Johnny Walker Johnny Walker is a comedian of Bollywood. His orig >> Read More... and Johnny Lever Johnny Lever is an Indian comedy actor who came to >> Read More... .

8. Geeta Uniyal Geeta Uniyal is a Pahari actress from Uttarakhand. >> Read More...

Geeta Uniyal is a well-known actress from the Uttarakhand or Pahariwood film industry. Her notable movies include "Jai Maa Dhari Devi," "Meru Gaun," and "Kheri Ka Din.” She died of cancer in February, 2024. She has also played the role of lead actress in the dance drama Veer Bhad Madho Singh Bhandari.

9. Chanda Dhaulakhandi

Chanda Dhaulakhandi is a talented actor of the Pahariwood film industry. He appeared in a short film named "Sunpat," a Garhwali film directed by Rahul Rawat Rahul Rawat is a talented director and producer fr >> Read More... . It is the first film from Uttarakhand to feature at the International Film Festival of India and has been selected for the prestigious panorama section; it was screened at the 52nd edition of the festival held in Goa. This is a critically acclaimed short film, and one must watch it to appreciate the hard work and talent of Chanda Dhaulakhandi.

10. Prashant

Prashant is a good actor from the Uttarakhand film industry or Pahariwood. He has done much work and is known for his excellent acting. He has the ability to be relatable to his audience while playing the character, and that is what makes him beloved among his fans. He also acted in the Garhwali film Baudigi Ganga, released in 2018. It is a romantic drama film featuring Prashant, Ranveer, and Shivani in leading roles. It is directed by Anirudh Gupta, and its music is composed by Sanjay Kumola Sanjay Kumola is a popular music director known in >> Read More... .