My Compelling Story

Pankaj appeared on the silver screen in the Academy Award-winning film Gandhi as Mahatma Gandhis second secretary, Pyarelal Nayyar.After taking a degree in engineering, he attended the National School of Drama in Delhi. An old photo of Pankaj Kapoor while studying at the NSD.He received his first National Film Award in 1989 with film Raakh, which also includes Aamir Khan.During his movie career, he shifted towards TV serials because he was frequently getting offers of actresss brother or a villains role, which he wanted to avoid.He considers his character in Neem ka Ped to be the most challenging role for him.He won Filmfare Critics Award and National Film Award for his solid performance in Maqbool..His father-in-law, Baldev Pathak was a renowned tailor of his times and used to stitch Rajesh Khannas dresses.