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Atul Kulkarni

Atul Kulkarni Image Source : Wikipedia
  • Born 10 September 1965
  • Place of Birth Belgaum
  • Occupation Actor
  • Spouse Geetanjali Kulkarni (1996)
  • Education National School Of Drama, Haribhai Deokaran High School, Shivaji University

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ABOUT Atul Kulkarni

Atul Kulkarni: A Versatile Actor's Enduring Journey Atul Kulkarni, born September 10, 1965, is a prominent Indian actor, screenwriter, and producer whose prolific career spans multiple South Indian languages, Hindi, and English cinema. His dedication to his craft is evident in his diverse roles, showcasing versatility and depth. Kulkarni's cinematic achievements are marked by his National Award wins for Best Supporting Actor for his performances in Hey Ram and Chandni Bar, roles that solidified his reputation for nuanced portrayals. His filmography boasts a wide array of critically acclaimed films, including Rang De Basanti, Natarang, and others that showcase a remarkable range. Beyond acting, his contribution extends to screenwriting, notably with the recent Bollywood adaptation of Forrest Gump, Laal Singh Chaddha. His commitment transcends the entertainment industry; he serves as president of Quest, a research-action organisation focused on improving educational standards. A testament to his multifaceted personality, Kulkarni's career trajectory illustrates a commitment to both artistic excellence and social contribution. While he abandoned his engineering studies at the College of Engineering, Pune, early in his career, he has carved a niche for himself as a prominent figure in Indian cinema. Further updates on his latest projects and achievements will be reported as they become available.

Atul Kulkarni FILMS AND CREDITS

Previous Movies Upcoming Movies
  • Mindgame

  • Mindgame

    ( 2023 )

  • Bandish Bandits

  • Bandish Bandits

    ( 2024 )
  • Khufiya

  • Khufiya

    ( 2023 )

  • Uttarakaanda

  • Uttarakaanda

    ( 2024 )
  • City of Dreams

  • City of Dreams

    ( 2019–2023 )

  • EKKA

  • EKKA

    ( 2025 )
  • Happy Family Conditions Apply

  • Happy Family Conditions Apply

    ( 2023 )

  • Patnagarh

  • Patnagarh

    ( Not Final )
  • Khudiram Bose, the First Youngest Freedom Fighter

  • Khudiram Bose, the First Youngest Freedom Fighter

    ( 2022 )

  • Ek Ruka Hua Faisla

  • Ek Ruka Hua Faisla

    ( Not Final )
  • Anya The Other

  • Anya The Other

    ( 2022 )

  • Shabdha

  • Shabdha

    ( Not Final )
  • Manasmita

  • Manasmita

    ( 2022 )

  • Aruvi

  • Aruvi

    ( Not Final )
  • Rudra: The Edge of Darkness

  • Rudra: The Edge of Darkness

    ( 2022 )

  • Rechchi Podham Brother

  • Rechchi Podham Brother

    ( Not Final )
  • A Thursday

  • A Thursday

    ( 2022 )

  • Faraar Kab Tak

  • Faraar Kab Tak

    ( 2021 )

  • WildDog - Behind the Hunt

  • WildDog - Behind the Hunt

    ( 2021 )

  • Koi Jaane Na

  • Koi Jaane Na

    ( 2021 )

  • Wild Dog

  • Wild Dog

    ( 2021 )

  • Dirty Heroes

  • Dirty Heroes

    ( 2020 )

  • Sandwiched Forever

  • Sandwiched Forever

    ( 2020 )

  • Bandish Bandits

  • Bandish Bandits

    ( 2020 )

  • The Raikar Case

  • The Raikar Case

    ( 2020 )

  • Gul Makai

  • Gul Makai

    ( 2020 )

  • Valiyaperunnal

  • Valiyaperunnal

    ( 2019 )

  • Alidu Ulidavaru

  • Alidu Ulidavaru

    ( 2019 )

  • Pranaam

  • Pranaam

    ( 2019 )

  • Anukoni Athidhi

  • Anukoni Athidhi

    ( 2019 )

  • Majili

  • Majili

    ( 2019 )

  • Junglee

  • Junglee

    ( 2019 )

  • Jessie

  • Jessie

    ( 2019 )

  • Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi

  • Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi

    ( 2019 )

  • 706

  • 706

    ( 2019 )

  • Murder on the Road to Kathmandu

  • Murder on the Road to Kathmandu

    ( 2018 )

  • Ira

  • Ira

    ( 2018 )

  • Black Bud

  • Black Bud

    ( 2018 )

  • Mere Pyare Prime Minister

  • Mere Pyare Prime Minister

    ( 2018 )

  • Helicopter Eela

  • Helicopter Eela

    ( 2018 )

  • Koode

  • Koode

    ( 2018 )

  • The Test Case

  • The Test Case

    ( 2018 )

  • The House Next Door

  • The House Next Door

    ( 2017 )

  • Bongu

  • Bongu

    ( 2017 )

  • The Ghazi Attack

  • The Ghazi Attack

    ( 2017 )

  • Raees

  • Raees

    ( 2017 )

  • Azaad

  • Azaad

    ( 2016 )

  • Aasra

  • Aasra

    ( 2016 )

  • Shor Se Shuruaat

  • Shor Se Shuruaat

    ( 2016 )

  • Akira

  • Akira

    ( 2016 )

  • Kanal

  • Kanal

    ( 2015 )

  • Rajwade and Sons

  • Rajwade and Sons

    ( 2015 )

  • Jazbaa

  • Jazbaa

    ( 2015 )

  • Nellikka

  • Nellikka

    ( 2015 )

  • Dirty Politics

  • Dirty Politics

    ( 2015 )

  • Mythri

  • Mythri

    ( 2015 )

  • Time Traveller

  • Time Traveller

    ( 2015 )

  • Abhinetri

  • Abhinetri

    ( 2015 )

  • Happy Journey

  • Happy Journey

    ( 2014 )

  • Burma

  • Burma

    ( 2014 )

  • Vallinam

  • Vallinam

    ( 2014 )

  • Ugramm

  • Ugramm

    ( 2014 )

  • @Andheri

  • @Andheri

    ( 2014 )

  • Veeram

  • Veeram

    ( 2014 )

  • Shuddhi De Buddhi De

  • Shuddhi De Buddhi De

    ( 2013 )

  • Arrambam

  • Arrambam

    ( 2013 )

  • Zanjeer

  • Zanjeer

    ( 2013 )

  • Popat

  • Popat

    ( 2013 )

  • The Attacks of 26/11

  • The Attacks of 26/11

    ( 2013 )

  • Premachi Goshta

  • Premachi Goshta

    ( 2013 )

  • Nimidangal

  • Nimidangal

    ( 2013 )

  • Savdhaan India: Crime Alert

  • Savdhaan India: Crime Alert

    ( 2012–2018 )

  • Edegarike

  • Edegarike

    ( 2012 )

  • Suzhal

  • Suzhal

    ( 2012 )

  • Chaalis Chauraasi

  • Chaalis Chauraasi

    ( 2012 )

  • Panjaa

  • Panjaa

    ( 2011 )

  • Aagaah: The Warning

  • Aagaah: The Warning

    ( 2011 )

  • Koffi Shop

  • Koffi Shop

    ( 2011 )

  • Kaccha Limboo

  • Kaccha Limboo

    ( 2011 )

  • People of Allah

  • People of Allah

    ( 2010 )

  • Yaksha

  • Yaksha

    ( 2010 )

  • Bumm Bumm Bole

  • Bumm Bumm Bole

    ( 2010 )

  • Natarang

  • Natarang

    ( 2010 )

  • Sukhant

  • Sukhant

    ( 2009 )

  • Jail

  • Jail

    ( 2009 )

  • Chowrasta Crossroads of Love

  • Chowrasta Crossroads of Love

    ( 2009 )

  • Delhi-6

  • Delhi-6

    ( 2009 )

  • Satyameva Jeyathe

  • Satyameva Jeyathe

    ( 2009 )

  • Padikkathavan

  • Padikkathavan

    ( 2009 )

  • Thalappavu

  • Thalappavu

    ( 2008 )

  • Y.M.I. Yeh Mera India

  • Y.M.I. Yeh Mera India

    ( 2008 )

  • Valu

  • Valu

    ( 2008 )

  • Gauri: The Unborn

  • Gauri: The Unborn

    ( 2007 )

  • Aa Dinagalu

  • Aa Dinagalu

    ( 2007 )

  • Kedi

  • Kedi

    ( 2006 )

  • Maati Maay

  • Maati Maay

    ( 2006 )

  • Corporate

  • Corporate

    ( 2006 )

  • Raam

  • Raam

    ( 2006 )

  • Rang De Basanti

  • Rang De Basanti

    ( 2006 )

  • 1:1.6 An Ode to Lost Love

  • 1:1.6 An Ode to Lost Love

    ( 2005 )

  • Page 3

  • Page 3

    ( 2005 )

  • Chakwa

  • Chakwa

    ( 2004 )

  • Leelamahal Centre

  • Leelamahal Centre

    ( 2004 )

  • Chanti

  • Chanti

    ( 2004 )

  • Manmadhan

  • Manmadhan

    ( 2004 )

  • Manasarovar

  • Manasarovar

    ( 2004 )

  • Gowri

  • Gowri

    ( 2004 )

  • Devrai

  • Devrai

    ( 2004 )

  • Khakee

  • Khakee

    ( 2004 )

  • The Gunda

  • The Gunda

    ( 2004 )

  • Mumbai Ka Gunda

  • Mumbai Ka Gunda

    ( 2004 )

  • 88 Antop Hill

  • 88 Antop Hill

    ( 2003 )

  • Satta

  • Satta

    ( 2003 )

  • Dum

  • Dum

    ( 2003 )

  • Vaastupurush

  • Vaastupurush

    ( 2002 )

  • Run

  • Run

    ( 2002 )

  • Mango Souffle

  • Mango Souffle

    ( 2002 )

  • Bhet

  • Bhet

    ( 2002 )

  • Dahavi pha

  • Dahavi pha

    ( 2002 )

  • Dhyasparva

  • Dhyasparva

    ( 2001 )

  • Chandni Bar

  • Chandni Bar

    ( 2001 )

  • Kal Ka Aadmi

  • Kal Ka Aadmi

    ( 2000 )

  • Jayam Manadera

  • Jayam Manadera

    ( 2000 )

  • Hey Ram

  • Hey Ram

    ( 2000 )

  • Kairee

  • Kairee

    ( 1999 )

  • Pimpalpaan

  • Pimpalpaan

    ( 1998–1999 )

  • Bhoomigeetha: Song of the Earth

  • Bhoomigeetha: Song of the Earth

    ( 1997 )

  • Closed Windows

  • Closed Windows

    ( 1997 )
Image Source : IMDB & Wikipedia

Atul Kulkarni AWARDS

Awards

  • The Bombay International Film Festival for - 2005 Devrai
  • Best Supporting Actor

  • The Filmfare Awards South for Best Supporting Actor - 2013 Edegarike
  • Best Supporting Actor

  • The National Film Awards, India for Best Supporting Actor - 2002 Chandni Bar
  • Best Supporting Actor

  • The National Film Awards, India for Best Supporting Actor - 2000 Hey Ram
  • Best Supporting Actor - Hindi Web Originals

  • The ScreenXX Summit & Awards for Best Supporting Actor - Hindi Web Originals - 2022 City of Dreams
Image Source : IMDB & Wikipedia

ATUL KULKARNI NEWS

Atul Kulkarni Pahalgam

"This is our Kashmir, our country, we will come here": Atul Kulkarni visits Pahalgam following terror attack

April 28, 2025 4:39 pm

Atul Kulkarni's decision to visit Kashmir was largely spurred by the news that 90 per cent of tourist bookings in the region had been cancelled following the attack.

Geetanjali Kulkarni, Geetanjali Kulkarni interview, Geetanjali Kulkarni Gullak

Geetanjali Kulkarni on facing a career slump and prioritising mental health: 'Of course, I go to therapists'

February 25, 2025 9:47 am

"My family has been a great support, too. I work on myself, and try to manage my emotions. I also do meditation, I believe in Vipassana, a Buddhist way of meditating," the Gullak actor added

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IShowSpeed mobbed by fans, snake bites Russian dancer’s nose, and more: Top 5 viral videos

January 24, 2025 5:12 pm

A look at the top five viral videos of the day.

Aamir Khan- Rang De Basanti

Aamir Khan changed Rang De Basanti climax with a story he had written, reveals what the original ending was

September 25, 2024 2:39 pm

Aamir Khan offered an alternative climax for Rang De Basanti to Rakesh Omprakash Mehra.

Geetanjali Kulkarni in Gullak

Geetanjali Kulkarni shares TVF didn’t have buyers for Gullak initially; reveals her favourite line from the show

June 11, 2024 7:56 pm

Actor Geetanjali Kulkarni, who plays the role of Shanti Mishra in Gullak, opens up on why the show is one of the most relevant pieces of content today.

city of dreams

City of Dreams Season 3 gets release date

May 11, 2023 7:33 pm

City Of Dreams Season 3 features Atul Kulkarni, Priya Bapat, Sachin Pilgaonkar, Sushant Singh, Eijaz Khan and Rannvijay Singha.

Exclusive | Atul Kulkarni on Laal Singh Chaddha, Aamir Khan's performance and film's messaging: 'Disruptions due to religion in India needed to be addressed'

October 27, 2022 5:21 pm

Atul Kulkarni dissects Aamir Khan and Kareena Kapoor starrer Laal Singh Chaddha, which released theatrically in August.

Atul Kulkarni

After Laal Singh Chaddha's failure, writer Atul Kulkarni tweets about destruction being celebrated, disables comments to avoid being trolled

August 31, 2022 9:35 pm

Atul Kulkarni wrote the script for Aamir Khan's recent film Laal Singh Chaddha, which didn't perform well at the box office.

Atul Kulkarni

Laal Singh Chaddha is a very desi film: Atul Kulkarni

July 22, 2022 12:21 pm

Atul Kulkarni said the journey of the film Laal Singh Chaddha, an official Hindi adaptation of the 1994 Hollywood feature Forrest Gump starring Tom Hanks, goes back to 14 years.

atul kulkarni city of dreams

Atul Kulkarni: 'I don't do what people want me or expect me to do'

August 02, 2021 9:14 am

After giving us noteworthy characters in several award-winning films, Atul Kulkarni is now ruling the digital space. He reprises his Amey Rao Gaikwad in City of Drams season 2, which is currently streaming on Disney Plus Hotstar.

ATUL KULKARNI VIDEOS

Sissy men don’t like fierce women: Manikarnika actor Kangana Ranaut

Sissy men don't like fierce women: Manikarnika actor Kangana Ranaut

June 22, 2020 6:05 pm

Kangana Ranaut talks about her upcoming film Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi. She also reminisces about her journey in the Hindi film industry. The biopic on Rani of Jhansi will hit screens on January 25.

My work speaks about love for India, says 'misunderstood' Aamir

January 26, 2016 3:27 pm

New Delhi, Jan 26 (ANI): Recently in an event, Bollywood actor Aamir Khan said that his 'controversial' remark on intolerance was totally misunderstood and, therefore, it is quite natural for people to react in such a way.He also blamed media for spreading misguided statement that he and Kiran want to leave the country because it is intolerant, whereas he has never said anything like that.To support his statement, Aamir asked people to take a look on the kind of work he has done in his career.The actor also insisted that for him it was impossible to pass any such statement about a country for he belongs to the family of great freedom fighter Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad.Adding to the comment of Aamir Khan, director Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra said that the word 'intolerance' has become a fashion.Aamir and Rakeysh were seen celebrating the 10-year journey of their 2006 film, 'Rang De Basanti.' To mark the occasion, the entire cast of the film, Aamir , Sharman Joshi, Atul Kulkarni, Siddharth and Waheeda Rehman along with Rakeysh and producer Ronnie Screwvala, launched a book which includes the screenplay, lyrics, story board and anecdotes from the film along with some exclusive interviews of AR Rahman, Aamir and Prasoon Joshi.

'Rang De Basanti' completes a decade, star-cast reunite to celebrate

January 26, 2016 2:56 pm

New Delhi, Jan 26 (ANI): Directed by Rakeysh Om Prakash Mehra, youth iconic film 'Rang De Basanti' has completed 10 years of its release. To mark the occasion, the cast of the film, Aamir Khan, Sharman Joshi, Atul Kulkarni, Siddharth and Waheeda Rehman along with Rakeysh and producer Ronnie Screwvala, launched a book which includes screenplay, lyrics, story board and anecdotes from the film along with some exclusive interviews of A R Rahman, Aamir and Prasoon Joshi. The cast also spoke about some memories related to the shoot of the film and how special the movie has remained for each one of them. Giving an example of an incident, Siddharth expressed how unhappy he was that his role in the film influenced youngsters to smoke. As the film completed 10 years of its release, the star cast, including Aamir, Sharman and Siddharth danced to the tune of popular 'Pathshala' song along with choreographer Ganesh Acharya. The film, which speaks about the contemporary showcase of the Indian history, over the period of 10 years, has become a cult in history of Indian cinema.

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