{{Short description|Indian actor}} {{Use dmy dates|date=March 2019}} {{Use Indian English|date=June 2019}}
{{Infobox person | name = Ankush Chaudhari | image = Ankush Choudhary at Music Launch of Dagdi Chawl.jpg | caption = | birth_name = | birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1973|01|31|df=y}}<ref>{{Cite news |title=Ankush Chaudhari celebrating 49th birthday today |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/happy-birthday-ankush-chaudhari-double-seat-to-duniyadari-a-look-at-the-best-marathi-movies-of-the-actor/photostory/89238169.cms |access-date= |website=The Times of India |language=en}}</ref> | birth_place = Pune, Maharashtra, India | alma_mater = | other_names = | years_active = 1995–present | spouse = {{marriage|Deepa Parab|2007}} | occupation = {{hlist|Film actor|director|producer|screenwriter}} | awards = Full list }}
'''Ankush Chaudhari''' (Marathi pronunciation: [[Help:IPA/Marathi|[əŋkuʃ t͡səu̯dʱəɾiː]]]) is an Indian film actor, screenwriter, director, producer and theatre personality known for his works in Marathi cinema.<ref>{{Cite journal|last=MISSING-VALUE|first=MISSING-VALUE|title=Cinema|journal=Gender, Culture, and Performance|year=2017|pages=313–374|doi=10.4324/9781315093703-19|doi-broken-date=11 July 2025 |isbn=9781315093703}}</ref> Ankush is known as one of the most successful actors in marathi cinema. He has received several awards including three Filmfare Awards Marathi. He is one of the highest-paid actors of the Marathi industry.<ref>{{Cite news |title=Highest Paid actors of Marathi industry |work=The Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/photofeatures/highest-paid-marathi-actors-and-actresses/ankush-choudhari/photostory/64568396.cms?from=mdr |access-date= |issn=0971-8257}}</ref>
He won his first Filmfare Award Marathi for Critics Award Best Actor for his film ''Double Seat''.<ref>{{Cite news |date=2016-11-28 |title=Ankush Chaudhary wins Best Actor Critics at the Filmfare Awards |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/ankush-chaudhary-wins-best-actor-critics-at-the-filmfare-awards/articleshow/55670737.cms |access-date=2025-07-15 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> He won his second Filmfare Award Marathi in category of Best Actor for his film ''Dhurala''.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Ankush Choudhary Films and Shows – Apple TV |url=https://tv.apple.com/gb/person/ankush-choudhary/umc.cpc.5k1u1nu33qfmhg0ojg75rw97k |access-date=2025-07-15 |website=Apple TV |language=en-GB}}</ref>He won his third Filmfare for his performance in the film ''Maharashtra Shahir''.
== Early life == Chaudhari was born on 31 January 1973, in Pune. Due to financial struggles at home, Chaudhari had to sell fruits and vegetables, but his love for acting never faded. Despite being actively involved in cultural programs, Ankush did not get a chance to pursue his passion for acting until later. He first participated in solo competitions, then excelled in dramas and eventually made a mark in theatrical productions.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2019-10-16 |title=I treat films like theatre: Ankush Chaudhari |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/regional-movies/i-treat-films-like-theatre-ankush-chaudhari/story-bNStHaZbwIt9W7JbKMc4xK.html |access-date= |website=Hindustan Times |language=en}}</ref>
In Shahir Sable's program, Chaudhari found an opportunity to showcase his dancing skills. On the stage, he danced with various artists, concluding the show with a captivating performance.<ref>{{Cite web |title=तुझं वय सांगून गोची करणार नाही... केदार शिंदे यांनी केलेली पोस्ट ठरतेय चर्चेचा विषय |url=https://maharashtratimes.com/entertainment/entertainment-news/bollywood-news/director-kedar-shinde-birthday-post-for-marathi-actor-ankush-chaudhary/articleshow/97478541.cms |access-date= |website=Maharashtra Times |language=mr}}</ref> During this time, Chaudhari collaborated with Bharat Jadhav, Kedar Shinde, and Sanjay Narvekar. His partnership with Kedar Shinde resulted in numerous successful one-act plays, contributing significantly to the world of Marathi cinema.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2022-10-31 |title="माझ्या मित्राचा संसार..." केदार शिंदेंनी अंकुश चौधरीच्या पत्नीसाठी केलेली 'ती' पोस्ट चर्चेत {{!}} |url=https://www.loksatta.com/manoranjan/director-kedar-shinde-share-special-post-for-ankush-chaudhari-wife-deepa-parab-birthday-nrp-97-3226740/ |access-date= |website=Loksatta |language=mr}}</ref>
==Career== upright|thumb|alt=|Ankush in the press meet of No Entry Pudhe Dhoka Aahey in 2012 Ankush and his artist friends teamed up to make the play ''All the Best'', which became a quick hit, bringing Ankush success in a short time.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Shenoy |first=Anupama |date=2002-04-21 |title=All The Best, Hunh: 8000 Shows Of The Play |url=https://www.mansworldindia.com/currentedition/from-the-magazine/best-hunh-8000-shows-play/ |access-date= |website=Man's World India |language=en-GB}}</ref> Encouraged by this, they created two more popular plays. People all over Maharashtra loved these shows, especially ''Housefull'', which became a big hit. Ankush's plays were widely appreciated, making him a successful figure in the world of performing arts.<ref>{{Cite news |date=2014-09-02 |title=Actor Bharat Jadhav reminisces his 'All The Best' days |work=The Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/theatre/all-the-best-bharat-jadhav/articleshow/41507781.cms?from=mdr |access-date= |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> He received applause from the audience for his roles in many plays. His play ''Gopala Re Gopala'' is one of the well-known Marathi dramas. He made his debut in the play ''Hasa Chakat Fu'' in 1999.{{cn|date=July 2025}} Later, He ventured into Marathi films, showcasing his acting skills honed through his experiences in theater.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Bharat Jadhav And Ankush Chaudhari In A Throwback Post Look Unbelievable |url=https://www.spotboye.com/marathi/marathi-news/bharat-jadhav-and-ankush-chaudhari-in-a-throwback-post-look-unbelievable/6017d551bb65aa1f7e597774 |access-date= |website=www.spotboye.com}}</ref>
Ankush's first film in Marathi cinema was ''Suna Yeti Ghara''.{{cn|date=July 2025}} However, this film didn't gain widespread popularity. It was his role in the Hindi film ''Jis Desh Mein Ganga Rehta Hai'' that brought him recognition.<ref>{{Cite web |title=rediff.com, Movies: Showbuzz! Dada No 2 |url=https://m.rediff.com/movies/2000/oct/05govin.htm |access-date= |website=m.rediff.com}}</ref> Ankush's name became associated with Marathi film producers when he took on a small role in this Hindi film. The 21st century proved to be crucial for him. During this time, he became the first Marathi superstar, leaving a lasting impact with films like ''Savarkhed Ek Gaon'', ''Aai Shappath'', ''Matichya Chuli'', ''Yanda Kartavya Aahe'', ''Sanshaykallol'', ''Checkmate'', ''Gaiir'', and ''Bluffmaster!''.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Savarkhed: Ek Gaav (2004) |url=https://www.radiotimes.com/movie-guide/b-6ixicz/savarkhed-ek-gaav/ |access-date= |website=Radio Times |language=en-GB}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2013-01-28 |title=Matichya Chuli (2006) {{!}} Movie Review, Trailers, Music Videos, Songs, Wallpapers – Bollywood Hungama |website=Bollywood Hungama |url=http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/moviemicro/cast/id/508006 |access-date= |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130128055815/http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/moviemicro/cast/id/508006 |archive-date=28 January 2013 }}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |date=2018-11-06 |title=9 years of 'Gaiir': Sandeep Kulkarni shares a throwback poster as he reminisces his time on the Marathi film sets |work=The Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/9-years-of-gaiir-sandeep-kulkarni-shares-a-throwback-poster-as-he-reminisces-his-time-on-the-marathi-film-sets/articleshow/66525707.cms?from=mdr |access-date= |issn=0971-8257}}</ref>
The film ''Duniyadari'' marked a significant milestone in Ankush's career, with his portrayal of the character "Digya".<ref>{{Cite web |title=7 Years Of Duniyadari: Sanjay Jadhav, Ankush Chaudhari, Jitendra Joshi, Sushant Shelar, And Others Celebrate The Memories |url=https://www.spotboye.com/marathi/marathi-news/7-years-of-duniyadari-sanjay-jadhav-jitendra-joshi-sushant-shelar-and-others-celebrate-the-memories/5f1584541cc6671462b8ae1a |access-date= |website=www.spotboye.com}}</ref> This role, depicting a charismatic young man, became a defining moment in Ankush's filmography. The film's global appeal was heightened by Ankush's dashing style, making it a major attraction for the audience.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-07-18 |title='दुनियादारी'ला 10 वर्ष पूर्ण झाल्याबद्दल कलाकारांचं रेट्रो लूक फोटोशूट |url=https://www.navarashtra.com/web-stories/sai-tamhankar-photos-with-duniyadari-cast-after-film-completed-10-years-nrsr/ |access-date= |website=Marathi News {{!}} Live News in Marathi {{!}} मराठी बातम्या |language=en-US}}</ref> In 2015, Ankush Chaudhari portrayed the character of college student named Satya in the film ''Classmates'' directed by Aditya Sarpotdar.<ref>{{cite news |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/Aditya-Sarpotdar-Bancharamer-Bagan-Sonalee-Ankush-Choudhary-Sameer-Vidwans-Kshitij-Patwardhan-Classmates/articleshow/29664186.cms? |title=Sonalee, Ankush to play lead in the remake of Malayalam hit film Classmates |date=12 January 2017 |newspaper=The Times of India |access-date=8 June 2018 |archive-date=13 May 2018 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180513165057/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/Aditya-Sarpotdar-Bancharamer-Bagan-Sonalee-Ankush-Choudhary-Sameer-Vidwans-Kshitij-Patwardhan-Classmates/articleshow/29664186.cms |url-status=live }}</ref> In August his romantic drama film ''Double Seat'' released opposite Mukta Barve and directed by Sameer Vidwans.<ref>{{cite news |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/Release-date-of-Double-Seat-is-out/articleshow/47709922.cms |title=Release date of Double Seat is out |work=The Times of India |access-date=13 October 2015 |archive-date=27 August 2017 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170827003113/http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/Release-date-of-Double-Seat-is-out/articleshow/47709922.cms |url-status=live }}</ref> It got positive reviews from critics and viewers. The movie became one of the highest grossers of 2015 for Marathi cinema.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/Double-Seat-trumps-Brothers/articleshow/48653907.cms |title=Brothers shows cancelled for Double Seat |work=The Times of India |agency=TNN |access-date=1 December 2015 |archive-date=28 August 2015 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150828112201/http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/Double-Seat-trumps-Brothers/articleshow/48653907.cms |url-status=live }}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=https://divyamarathi.bhaskar.com/news-rk/BOL-MB-marathi-film-double-seat-collected-rs-5-crore-at-box-office-during-5-days-5088311-PHO.html |title=Marathi Film Double Seat collected Rs 5 crore at box office during 5 Days - divyamarathi.bhaskar.com |website=divyamarathi.bhaskar.com |date=19 August 2015 |access-date=1 December 2015 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150925173633/http://divyamarathi.bhaskar.com/news-rk/BOL-MB-marathi-film-double-seat-collected-rs-5-crore-at-box-office-during-5-days-5088311-PHO.html |archive-date=25 September 2015 |url-status=live }}</ref> In October his action crime thriller ''Daagdi Chaawl'' releases opposite Pooja Sawant and directed by debutant Chandrakant Kanse.<ref>{{cite news |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/Makarand-Anaspure-protagonist-in-Dagadi-Chawl/articleshow/48740510.cms?from=mdr |title=Makrand Deshpande as Arun Gawli |work=The Times of India |agency=TNN |date=2 September 2015 |access-date=1 December 2015 |archive-date=25 September 2015 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150925175940/http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/Makarand-Anaspure-protagonist-in-Dagadi-Chawl/articleshow/48740510.cms?from=mdr |url-status=live }}</ref> Daagdi Chaawl completed his hat-trick of blockbuster film for the year 2015.<ref>{{cite news |url=http://maharashtratimes.indiatimes.com/cine-news/dagdi-chawl-marathi-movie/articleshow/49275003.cms |title=dagdi chawl, marathi movie |work=Maharashtra Times |date=9 October 2015 |access-date=1 December 2015 |archive-date=24 November 2015 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20151124140907/http://maharashtratimes.indiatimes.com/cine-news/dagdi-chawl-marathi-movie/articleshow/49275003.cms |url-status=live }}</ref> The Song "Dhaga Dhaga" become popular among music lovers by topping the music charts.
In 2018, Ankush played a significant role in the Marathi film ''Dhurala'', which featured a stellar ensemble of Marathi artists. In this movie, Ankush portrayed a disciplined political figure. Additionally, he starred in the film ''Daagadi Chawl 2'', depicting the life of Don Arun Gawli. The chemistry between Ankush and Pooja Sawant in this film was well-received, adding to its success.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2022-06-20 |title=Teaser of Ankush Chaudhari's Daagdi Chaawl 2 Out, Film Hits Big Screen on August 18 |url=https://www.news18.com/news/movies/teaser-of-ankush-chaudharis-daagdi-chaawl-2-out-film-hits-big-screen-on-august-18-5407939.html |access-date= |website=News18 |language=en}}</ref>
==Personal life== In the play ''All the Best'', actress Deepa Parab also acted alongside Ankush. They both received training for this play and pursued education together at Maharshi Dayanand College. After dating for twelve years they were married in 2007.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.dnaindia.com/entertainment/report-deepa-parab-plans-a-maharashtrian-wedding-1136241 |title=Deepa Parab plans a Maharashtrian wedding |date=29 November 2007 |work=DNA |access-date=17 November 2013 |archive-date=31 July 2017 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170731101653/http://www.dnaindia.com/entertainment/report-deepa-parab-plans-a-maharashtrian-wedding-1136241 |url-status=live }}</ref> The couple has one son.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/marathi/chyd-ankush-chaudhari-reveals-how-he-proposed-his-wife-and-tu-chal-pudha-actress-deepa-parab-in-their-college-days/articleshow/93755128.cms|title=CHYD: Ankush Chaudhari reveals how he proposed his wife and Tu Chal Pudha actress Deepa Parab in their college days|work=The Times of India|date=24 August 2022|access-date=1 March 2025}}</ref>
== Off-screen work and media image == The actor invested undisclosed amount in OTT platform Letsflix Marathi.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Letsflix Marathi raises undisclosed amount of funding from Ankush Chaudhari |url=https://www.exchange4media.com/amp/digital-news/letsflix-marathi-raises-undisclosed-amount-of-funding-from-ankush-chaudhari-112503.html |access-date= |website=Indian Advertising Media & Marketing News – exchange4media |date=22 April 2021 }}</ref> He is the brand ambassador of men's wear #Hashtag.<ref>{{Cite web |title=StyleIcon Ankush Chaudhari becomes face of men's clothing brand #Hashtag – MarathiStars |url=https://marathistars.in/gossip/styleicon-ankush-chuadhari-becomes-face-mens-clothing-brand-hashtag/ |access-date= |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last= |first= |date= 18 April 2016|title=StyleIcon Ankush Chuadhari becomes face of men's clothing brand #Hashtag |url=https://marathistars.com/gossip/styleicon-ankush-chuadhari-becomes-face-mens-clothing-brand-hashtag/ |access-date= |website=MarathiStars |language=en-US}}</ref> In 2017, he formed a kabaddi team in the Pro Kabaddi League.<ref>{{Cite web |last= |first= |date= 30 July 2017|title=Ankush Chaudhari turns Brand Ambassador of Pro Kabaddi |url=https://marathimovieworld.com/news/ankush-chaudhari-turns-brand-ambassador-of-pro-kabaddi.php |access-date= |language=en-US}}</ref>
He was ranked second in ''The Times of India''<nowiki/>'s Top 10 Most Hottest Men in the Marathi Film Industry in 2014.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2014-07-23 |title=The hottest men of Marathi film industry |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/photofeatures/the-hottest-men-of-marathi-film-industry/photostory/38918348.cms |access-date= |website=The Times of India |language=en}}</ref> In addition to acting in films and television, Chaudhari performs on stage and hosts award ceremonies. He has also judged the ''Mi Honar Superstar''.<ref>{{Cite news |title=Ankush Chaudhari shares first teaser of upcoming show Me Honaar Superstar- Jallosh Dance Cha |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/marathi/ankush-chaudhari-shares-first-teaser-of-upcoming-show-me-honaar-superstar-jallosh-dance-cha/articleshow/84889477.cms |access-date= |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> He endorses several brands, including Bagpiper,<ref>{{Cite news |date=2017-01-13 |title=Ankush to endorse popular 'Soda' brand through 'Guru' |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/ankush-to-endorse-popular-soda-brand-through-guru/articleshow/49413057.cms |access-date=2024-03-28 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> Rummy Circle<ref>{{Cite AV media |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2HM1P3XIwkA |title=Apna Game Dikhao {{!}} RummyCircle {{!}} Ankush Chaudhari {{!}} Apna Game Dikhao |language=en |access-date= |via=}}</ref> He also fronted a campaign to supports the education and empowerment of girl child.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-02-02 |title=अंकुश-दिपाच्या कार्याला सलाम! गरजुंना अन्नदान करत जपली सामाजिक बांधिलकी – Marathi News {{!}} Popular Marathi actor Ankush Chaudhari and Deepa Parab celebrated birthday donating food {{!}} Latest filmy News at Lokmat.com |url=https://www.lokmat.com/filmy/marathi-cinema/popular-marathi-actor-ankush-chaudhari-and-deepa-parab-celebrated-birthday-donating-food-a-a988/ |access-date=2024-03-28 |website=LOKMAT |language=mr}}</ref>
==Filmography==
* ''All films are in Marathi, unless noted otherwise.''
===Films=== {| class="wikitable sortable" |- ! Year ! Film ! Role ! class="unsortable" | Notes ! class="unsortable" | {{Tooltip|Ref(s)|Reference(s)}} |- | 1995 | ''Suna Yeti Ghara'' |Surya |Acting Credit | |- | rowspan="2" | 2000 | ''Jis Desh Mein Ganga Rehta Hain'' | Rahul Vashisht |Hindi film | |- |''Tuch Majhi Bhagya Lakshmi'' |Rajesh Patil | | |- |2002 |''Aadhaar'' |Mangesh | | |- | rowspan="2" | 2004 | ''Savarkhed Ek Gaon'' | Rahul Patil | | |- | ''Sakshatkar '' | Sagar | | |- | rowspan="7" | 2006 | ''Aaila Re'' | Abhijeet Deshmukh | | |- | ''Matichya Chuli'' | Vishal Dandekar | | |- | ''Yanda Kartavya Aahe'' | Rahul | | |- | ''Aai Shappath..!'' | Shekhar 'Shirya' | | |- | ''Majha Navra Tujhi Bayko'' |Vijay Desai | | |- | ''Aga Bai Arrecha!'' | {{n/a}} |As assistant director | |- | ''Jatra'' | Himself |Special appearance in song "Ye Go Ye Ye Maina" | |- | rowspan="2" | 2007 | ''Ishhya'' | Vaibhav Rane | | |- | ''Saade Maade Teen'' |{{n/a}} |As director | |- | rowspan="3" | 2008 | ''Checkmate'' |Vishal Korgaonkar | | |- | ''Uladhaal'' | Vicky | | |- | ''Hyancha Kahi Nem Nahi'' | Motiram Desai "Moti" | | |- | rowspan="2" | 2009 | ''Me Shivajiraje Bhosale Boltoy'' |Himself | Special appearance in song "Masoli" | |- | ''Gaiir'' | Inspector Abhijit Sardesai | | |- | rowspan="6" | 2010 | ''Ringa Ringa'' | Vishwas | | |- | ''Irada Pakka'' |Himself |Cameo appearance in song "Iraada Pakka" | |- | ''Lalbaug Parel'' | rowspan="2" | Giri Dhuri / Baba | | |- | ''City Of Gold'' |Hindi Version Of Marathi Film "Lalbaug Parel" | |- | ''Chitra'' | | | |- | ''Target'' |Anky | | |- | rowspan="3" | 2011 | ''Shahanpan Dega Deva'' |Ankush | | |- | ''Pratibimb'' | Jaysing Raje | | |- | ''Zhakaas'' | Sandy / Suhas / <br>Subhaan /bAvinash |As director also | |- | rowspan="2" | 2012 | ''Bluffmaster'' | Nikki | | |- | ''No Entry Pudhe Dhoka Aahey'' | Prem | As director also |style="text-align:center;"|<ref>{{cite web |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/Ankush-Choudhary-Sai-Tamhankar-Savarkhed-Wk-Gaav-Duniyadari-No-Entry-Pudhe-Dhoka-Aahe/articleshow/33006547.cms |title=Ankush developed cold feet |work=The Times of India |access-date=30 March 2016}}</ref> |- | rowspan="7" | 2013 | ''Sanshay Kallol'' | Jai Sinha | | |- | ''Duniyadari'' | Digambar Shankar Patil |As playback singer also |style="text-align:center;"|<ref>{{cite news |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/tv/Duniyadari-to-be-screened-with-additional-scenes-and-songs/articleshow/34277180.cms? |title=Duniyadari to be screened with additional scenes and songs |work=times of india |date=27 April 2014 <!-- 08.45 am IST --> |access-date=7 June 2014 |archive-date=30 April 2014 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140430053455/http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/tv/Duniyadari-to-be-screened-with-additional-scenes-and-songs/articleshow/34277180.cms |url-status=live }}</ref> |- | ''Ashach Eka Betavar'' |Aakash | | |- | ''Jarab'' | Ajay | | |- | ''Vanshvel'' |Patil | | |- | ''Dhating Dhingana'' |Rahul | | |- | ''Aabhas'' |Himself |Cameo appearance | |- | rowspan="3" | 2014 | ''Vaadhdivsachya Haardik Shubhechcha'' | Subodh Kudmule | | |- |''Bol Baby Bol'' |Himself |Guest appearance | |- | ''Por Baazar'' | Bhurabhai |First time in Negative role |style="text-align:center;"|<ref>{{cite web |url=http://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/screen/ankush-chaudhari-takes-up-a-grey-character/ |title=Ankush Chaudhari takes up a grey character |date=19 September 2014 |work=The Indian Express |accessdate=30 March 2016 |archive-date=31 January 2016 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160131051141/http://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/screen/ankush-chaudhari-takes-up-a-grey-character/ |url-status=live }}</ref> |- | rowspan="3" | 2015 | ''Classmates'' | Satya | |style="text-align:center;"|<ref>{{cite web |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/Aditya-Sarpotdar-Bancharamer-Bagan-Sonalee-Ankush-Choudhary-Sameer-Vidwans-Kshitij-Patwardhan-Classmates/articleshow/29664186.cms |title=Sonalee, Ankush to play lead in the remake of Malayalam hit film Classmates |work=The Times of India |access-date=30 March 2016 |archive-date=24 March 2018 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180324064907/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/Aditya-Sarpotdar-Bancharamer-Bagan-Sonalee-Ankush-Choudhary-Sameer-Vidwans-Kshitij-Patwardhan-Classmates/articleshow/29664186.cms |url-status=live }}</ref> |- | ''Double Seat'' |Amit | |style="text-align:center;"|<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.dnaindia.com/entertainment/interview-out-on-a-joy-ride-in-conversation-with-the-cast-of-double-seat-1987731 |title=Out on a joy ride, in conversation with the cast of Double Seat |date=13 May 2014 |work=dna |accessdate=30 March 2016 |archive-date=7 August 2016 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160807071600/http://www.dnaindia.com/entertainment/interview-out-on-a-joy-ride-in-conversation-with-the-cast-of-double-seat-1987731 |url-status=live }}</ref> |- |''Daagdi Chaawl'' | Suryakant Shinde |Dubbed into Hindi as ''Daagdi Chaawl Ek Bagawat'' |style="text-align:center;"|<ref>{{cite web |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/Ankush-Chaudhary-Rajinikanth-Daagdi-Chaawl/articleshow/49320164.cms |title=Rajinikanth treatment for Ankush |work=The Times of India |access-date=30 March 2016 |archive-date=21 October 2015 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20151021140200/http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/Ankush-Chaudhary-Rajinikanth-Daagdi-Chaawl/articleshow/49320164.cms |url-status=live }}</ref> |- | rowspan="2" |2016 | ''Guru'' |Guru Desai |Dubbed into Hindi as ''Guru'' |style="text-align:center;"|<ref>{{cite web |url=https://businessofcinema.com/business/eros-international-partners-bagpiper-soda-for-marathi-movie-guru/240990 |title=Eros International Partners Bagpiper Soda For Marathi Movie Guru |work=Businessofcinema.com |date=16 October 2015 |access-date=16 October 2015 |archive-date=17 October 2015 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20151017111308/http://businessofcinema.com/business/eros-international-partners-bagpiper-soda-for-marathi-movie-guru/240990 |url-status=live }}</ref> |- | ''Half Ticket'' |Himself |Cameo appearance | |- | rowspan="2" |2017 | ''Ti Saddhya Kay Karte'' | Anuraag Deshpande | |<ref>{{Cite news |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/videos/ti-saddhya-kay-karte-teaser/articleshow/55961064.cms |title=Ti Saddhya Kay Karte tells you how to rekindle true love – Times of India |website=The Times of India |date=14 December 2016 |access-date=21 December 2016 |archive-date=19 February 2017 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170219232328/http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/videos/ti-saddhya-kay-karte-teaser/articleshow/55961064.cms |url-status=live }}</ref> |- | ''Deva'' |Deva | |<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.loksatta.com/manoranjan-news/ankush-chaudharis-new-look-for-his-upcoming-movie-deva-1290082/ |title=अंकुश चौधरीचा 'देवा'मधला अतरंगी लूक व्हायरल |date=25 August 2016 |access-date=21 December 2016 |archive-date=21 December 2016 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20161221162745/http://www.loksatta.com/manoranjan-news/ankush-chaudharis-new-look-for-his-upcoming-movie-deva-1290082/ |url-status=live }}</ref> |- |2019 | ''Triple Seat'' |Krushna | | |- |2020 |''Dhurala'' |Navnath Ubhe | | |- | rowspan="2" |2021 |''Luckdown Be Positive'' |Rahul | | |- |''Maheshcha Badla'' |Mahesh | | |- | rowspan="2" |2022 |''Lochya Zaala Re'' |Aditya Ghorpade | | |- |''Daagadi Chawl 2'' |Suryakant Shinde | | |- | rowspan="2" |2023 |''Maharashtra Shahir'' |Krishnarao Sable | |<ref>{{Cite news |title='Maharashtra Shahir': Kedar Shinde announces a biopic on legendary Shahir Sable |work=The Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/maharashtra-shahir-kedar-shinde-announces-a-biopic-on-legendary-shahir-sable/articleshow/85890369.cms |access-date=2023-02-25 |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> |- |''Autograph – Ek Japun Thevavi Ashi Lovestory'' |Samar | |<ref>{{Cite news |title='Autograph': Ankush Chaudhari and Amruta Khanvilkar come together for Satish Rajwade's next - Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/autograph-ankush-chaudhari-and-amruta-khanvilkar-come-together-for-satish-rajwades-next/articleshow/92952497.cms |access-date=2022-12-07 |website=The Times of India |date=18 July 2022 |language=en}}</ref> |- |2025 |''P. S. I. Arjun'' |PSI Arjun Deshmane | |<ref>{{Cite AV media |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movie-details/psi-arjun/movieshow/121004580.cms |title=PSI Arjun Movie: Showtimes, Review, Songs, Trailer, Posters, News & Videos {{!}} eTimes |access-date=2025-07-26 |via=timesofindia.indiatimes.com}}</ref> |- | rowspan="2" |2026 |''Punha Ekda Sade Made Teen'' |{{N/A}} |As director |<ref>{{Cite web |date=2026-01-05 |title=कुरळे ब्रदर्सचा ‘नो लेडीज, नो मॅरेज’ नियम मोडायला ‘ती’ आलीये; पुन्हा एकदा साडे माडे तीन सिनेमाचा भन्नाट टीझर रिलीज |url=https://www.loksatta.com/manoranjan/marathi-cinema/punha-ekda-sade-made-teen-teaser-ashok-saraf-bharat-jadhav-makarand-anaspure-siddharth-jadhav-rinku-rajguru-hrc-97-5618887/ |access-date=2026-01-07 |website=Loksatta |language=mr}}</ref> |- |{{Pending film|Mamachya Govyala Jauya}} | rowspan="2" |TBA | | |- |TBA |{{Pending film|Shatru}} | |<ref>{{Cite web |date=2026-05-01 |title=Video : सिगारेट ओढत अंकुश चौधरीची 'खतरनाक' एन्ट्री! अभिनेत्याचा आगामी चित्रपटातील लूक पाहिलात का? पाहा व्हिडीओ... |url=https://www.loksatta.com/manoranjan/marathi-cinema/ankush-chaudhuri-shatru-movie-teaser-look-prarthana-behere-2027-release-ads-02-5871339/ |access-date=2026-05-13 |website=Loksatta |language=mr}}</ref> |}
===Television=== {| class="wikitable sortable" |- ! Year ! Show ! Role ! class="unsortable" | {{Tooltip|Ref(s)|Reference(s)}} – |- |1997–98 |''Raja Aur Rancho'' |Episodic role – Inspector | |- |2000–01 |''Hasa Chakatfu'' |Episodic role |style="text-align:center;"|<ref name="biography"/> |- |2002 |''Bedhund Manachi Lahar'' | |style="text-align:center;"|<ref name="biography"/> |- | 1999–2000 |''Abhalmaya'' |Sunny |style="text-align:center;"|<ref name=biography>{{cite web |url=http://www.zeetalkies.com/celebrities/ankush-choudhary.html |title=Ankush Choudhary |publisher= |accessdate=30 March 2016 |archive-date=13 April 2016 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160413130233/http://www.zeetalkies.com/celebrities/ankush-choudhary.html |url-status=live }}</ref> |- |2021 |''Maharashtracha Best Dancer'' | Host |style="text-align:center;"|<ref name="biography"/> |- |2021–present |''Mi Honar Superstar'' |Judge | |- |2021 |''Bigg Boss Marathi 3'' |Guest | |- |2026 |''Devkhel'' |Inspector Vishwas Saranjame |<ref>{{Cite web |title=पाप करणारा शिमग्याच्या दिवशी शंकासुराच्या हिटलिस्टवर! देवतळी गावची परंपरा की मोकाट सुटलेला सीरियल किलर? |url=https://maharashtratimes.com/entertainment/web-series/devkhel-trailer-release-starring-prajakta-mali-ankush-chaudhari-onkar-bhojane-story-of-shankasur-and-serial-killer-in-devtali/articleshow/127002568.cms |access-date=2026-01-22 |website=Maharashtra Times |language=mr}}</ref> |}
==Accolades== {{Infobox actor awards | wins = | nominations = | award1 = Filmfare Awards Marathi | award1W = 3 | award1N = 5 | award2 = Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar | award2W = 1 | award2N = 6 | award3 = Maharashtracha Favourite Kon? | award3W = 8 | award3N = 15 | award4 = Maharashtra State Film Awards | award4W = 0 | award4N = 4 | award5 = Fakt Marathi Cine Sanman | award5W = 1 | award5N = 2 | award6 = MaTa Sanman | award6W = 2 | award6N = 4 | award7 = | award7W = | award7N = }} {| class="wikitable" |+ !Year !Award !Category !Film !Result |- |2002 | rowspan="2" |Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar | rowspan="2" |Best Actor |''Aadhar'' |{{Nom}} |- | rowspan="2" |2004 | rowspan="2" |''Savarkhed Ek Gaon'' |{{Nom}} |- |Maharashtra State Film Awards |Best Actor |{{Nom}} |- |2006 |Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar |Best Supporting Actor |''Aai Shappath'' |{{Nom}} |- |2008 |Maharashtra State Film Awards |Best Actor |''Checkmate'' |{{Nom}} |- | rowspan="2" |2009 | rowspan="6" |Maharashtracha Favourite Kon? |Favourite Actor | rowspan="2" |''Uladhaal'' |{{Nom}}<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=Editorial |first=M. M. W. |date=2009-09-19 |title='Maharashtracha Favorite Kon?' |url=https://marathimovieworld.com/news/maharashtracha-favorite-kon-2010.php |access-date= |language=en-US}}</ref> |- | rowspan="2" |Favourite Style Icon |{{won}}<ref name=":0" /> |- |2010 |''Ringa Ringa'' |{{won}}<ref>{{Cite web |title=Maharashtracha Favourite Kon? 2010 TV Serial – Watch Maharashtracha Favourite Kon? 2010 Online All Episodes (1–1) on ZEE5 |url=https://www.zee5.com/tv-shows/details/maharashtracha-favourite-kon-2010/0-6-4z587374 |access-date= |website=ZEE5 |language=en-IN}}</ref> |- | rowspan="2" |2012 |Favourite Comedian | rowspan="2" |''Zhakaas'' |{{Nom}}<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |title=Maharashtracha Favourite Kon 2012 |url=https://www.zee5.com/tv-shows/details/maharashtracha-favourite-kon-2012/0-6-4z587392/maharashtracha-favourite-kon-2012/0-1-6z587394 |access-date= |website=www.zee5.com}}</ref> |- |Favourite Style Icon |{{won}}<ref name=":1" /> |- |2013 |Favourite Supporting Actor | rowspan="2" |''Duniyadari'' |{{won}}<ref>{{Cite web |title=Supriya Pilgaonkar during Maharashtracha Favourite Kon Awards 2013, held at Grand Hyatt, in Mumbai, on December 1, 2013. |url=https://photogallery.indiatimes.com/yearendershow/26735469.cms |access-date= |website=photogallery.indiatimes.com}}</ref> |- |2014 |MaTa Sanman |Best Actor in a Supporting Role |{{won}}<ref>{{Cite web |author=EDITORIAL Staff |date=2014-03-17 |title=Kohinoor Mata Sanman Awards 2014 Winners List, Award Winners, Best |url=https://marathistars.com/news/kohinoor-mata-sanman-awards-2014-winners/ |access-date= |website=MarathiStars |language=en-US}}</ref> |- | rowspan="6" |2015 |Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar |Best Actor | rowspan="3" |''Classmates'' |{{nom}}<ref>{{Cite news |date=2017-01-13 |title=Riteish, Tejaswini bag awards |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/riteish-tejaswini-bag-awards/articleshow/46584546.cms |access-date= |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> |- | rowspan="2" |Maharashtracha Favourite Kon? |Favourite Actor |{{won}}<ref name=":2">{{Cite web |last=Khot |first=Sayali |date=2015-12-02 |title='Maharashtracha Favorite Kon 2015' grand show on 20th December |url=https://marathistars.com/news/maharashtracha-favorite-kon-2015-grand-show-on-20th-december/ |access-date=2024-02-15 |website=MarathiStars |language=en-US}}</ref> |- |Favourite Style Icon |{{won}}<ref name=":2" /> |- | rowspan="2" |2nd Filmfare Awards Marathi |Best Actor | rowspan="6" |''Double Seat'' |{{nom}} |- |Best Actor – Critics |{{won}}<ref>{{Cite news |date=2016-11-28 |title=Ankush Chaudhary wins Best Actor Critics at the Filmfare Awards |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/ankush-chaudhary-wins-best-actor-critics-at-the-filmfare-awards/articleshow/55670737.cms |access-date=2024-02-15 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> |- |Maharashtra State Film Awards |Best Actor |{{nom}} |- | rowspan="4" |2016 |Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar |Best Actor |{{nom}} |- |MaTa Sanman |Best Actor in a Leading Role |{{nom}} |- |Marathi Achievers and International Awards |Best Actor |{{won}}<ref>{{Cite web |last=megamarathi |date=2016-02-27 |title=Ankush Chaudhari Bagged Best Actor Award In MAAI |url=https://megamarathi.com/news/ankush-chaudhari-bagged-best-actor-award-in-maai-2016/ |access-date=2024-02-15 |website=MegaMarathi.Com |language=en-US}}</ref> |- | rowspan="2" |Maharashtracha Favourite Kon? | rowspan="2" |Favourite Actor |''Dagadi Chawl'' |{{nom}} |- | rowspan="2" |2017 |''Ti Saddhya Kay Karte'' |{{nom}} |- |Lokmat Stylish Awards |Most Stylish Actor |''Dagadi Chawl'' |{{won}} |- |2018 |Shahir Dada Kondke Awards |Overall Contribution in Marathi cinema |''Various'' |{{won}} |- | rowspan="3" |2019 | rowspan="2" |Maharashtracha Favourite Kon? |Favourite Actor | rowspan="5" |''Triple Seat'' |{{nom}}<ref name=":3">{{Cite web |title=Maharashtracha Favorite Kon? 2019 nominations unveiled for Zee Talkies much-awaited awards |url=https://zeenews.india.com/television/maharashtracha-favorite-kon-2019-nominations-unveiled-for-zee-talkies-much-awaited-awards-2250069.html |access-date= |website=Zee News |language=en}}</ref> |- |Favourite Style Icon |{{won}}<ref name=":3" /> |- |Sakaal Premier Awards |Best Actor |{{nom}}<ref>{{Cite web |last=नेटवर्क |first=सकाळ न्यूज |date=2019-12-19 |title='सकाळ प्रीमियर ॲवॉर्ड'ची नामांकने जाहीर |url=https://www.esakal.com/maharashtra/sakal-premier-awards-declare-244982 |access-date= |website=Marathi News |language=mr}}</ref> |- | rowspan="5" |2020 |5th Filmfare Awards Marathi |Best Actor |{{nom}}<ref>{{Cite web |title=Ankush Chaudhari – Best Actor in Leading Role Male Nominee {{!}} Filmfare Awards |url=https://www.filmfare.com/awards/filmfare-awards-marathi-2020/nominations/best-actor-leading-role-male/ankush-chaudhari |access-date= |website=www.filmfare.com}}</ref> |- |Radio City Cine Awards |Best Actor |{{Won}}<ref>{{Cite web |date=2020-02-05 |title=Radio City celebrated Marathi cinema's glitz and glamour with Radio City cine awards season 3 |url=https://www.afaqs.com/companies/radio-city-celebrated-marathi-cinemas-glitz-and-glamour-with-radio-city-cine-awards-season-3 |access-date= |website=afaqs!}}</ref> |- | rowspan="3" |Maharashtracha Favourite Kon? |Favourite Actor | rowspan="2" |''Classmates'' |{{Nom}}<ref name=":4">{{Cite web |last=वेबटीम |first=एबीपी माझा |date=2021-11-30 |title=Maharashtracha Favourite Kon : 'महाराष्ट्राचा फेवरेट कोण'? प्रेक्षकांची उत्सुकता शिगेला |url=https://marathi.abplive.com/entertainment/bollywood/maharashtracha-favorite-kon-who-is-the-favorite-of-maharashtra-1015490 |access-date= |website=marathi.abplive.com |language=mr}}</ref> |- |Favourite Style Icon |{{Nom}}<ref name=":4" /> |- |Favourite Supporting Actor |''Duniyadari'' |{{Won}}<ref name=":4" /> |- |2021 |6th Filmfare Awards Marathi |Best Actor | rowspan="2" |''Dhurala'' |{{won}}<ref>{{Cite news |date=2022-04-01 |title=6th Planet Filmfare Marathi Awards 2021: Complete winners' list |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/6th-planet-filmfare-marathi-awards-2021-complete-winners-list/articleshow/90561300.cms |access-date= |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> |- | rowspan="2" |2022 |MaTa Sanman |Best Actor in a Leading Role |{{won}} |- |7th Filmfare Awards Marathi |Best Actor |''Daagadi Chawl 2'' |{{nom}}<ref>{{Cite web |title=Filmfare Awards Marathi 2022: Prasad Oak, Sayali Sanjeev Bag Top Honours, Godavari Named Best Film. Full Winners List |url=https://www.zoomtventertainment.com/celebrity/filmfare-awards-marathi-2022-prasad-oak-sayali-sanjeev-bag-top-honours-godavari-named-best-film-full-winners-list-article-99131271 |access-date= |website=Zoom TV |language=en}}</ref> |- | rowspan="2" |2023 | rowspan="2" |Fakt Marathi Cine Sanman |Best Actor in a Leading Role | rowspan="10" |''Maharashtra Shahir'' |{{Nom}}<ref name=":5">{{Cite web |last=मुंबई |first=ब्युरो रिपोर्ट, साम टीव्ही |date=2023-09-05 |title=कलाकारांच्या सन्मानासाठी रंगणार 'फक्त मराठी सिने सन्मान' सोहळा |url=https://saamtv.esakal.com/entertainment/fakt-marathi-awards-show-will-take-place-on-15th-september-sh04 |access-date= |website=Saam TV Marathi News {{!}} साम टीव्ही |language=mr}}</ref> |- |Best Actor in a Leading Role – Jury |{{won}}<ref name=":5" /> |- | rowspan="8" |2024 |Aapla Bioscope Awards |Best Actor in a Lead Role |{{nom}}<ref>{{Cite web |title=TV9 Marathi – Aapla Bioscope, Marathi TV and Film Awards 2023 |url=https://www.tv9marathi.com/aaplabioscope |access-date=2024-02-15 |website=TV9 Marathi |language=mr}}</ref> |- |Maharashtracha Favourite Kon? |Favourite Actor |{{won}}<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-01-16 |title='महाराष्ट्राचा फेव्हरेट कोण' पुरस्कारांमध्ये यंदा एक नवा पुरस्कार…! |url=https://zeenews.india.com/marathi/entertainment/a-new-award-this-year-in-maharashtra-cha-favorite-kon-awards/775081 |access-date= |website=Zee 24 taas |language=mr}}</ref> |- | rowspan="2" |Maharashtra Times Sanman Awards |Best Actor in a Leading Role |{{Nom}} |- |Favourite Actor |{{Won}}<ref>{{Cite web |title=कलाकारांच्या पाठीवर कौतुकाची थाप; 'मटा सन्मान २०२४' सोहळा दिमाखात संपन्न |url=https://marathi.indiatimes.com/entertainment/entertainment-news/bollywood-news/mata-sanman-2024-awards-winners-list-read-here/articleshow/108306685.cms |access-date=2024-03-17 |website=Maharashtra Times |language=mr}}</ref> |- | rowspan="2" |Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar |Best Actor |{{Nom}} |- |Best Influential Actor |{{Won}}<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-03-17 |title='झी मराठी चित्र गौरव'मध्ये 'या' चित्रपटाने मारली बाजी, तर सर्वोत्कृष्ट अभिनेता-अभिनेत्री ठरले…; पाहा विजेत्यांची संपूर्ण यादी |url=https://www.loksatta.com/manoranjan/marathi-cinema/zee-marathi-chitra-gaurav-2024-full-list-of-award-winners-read-in-detail-sva-00-4264816/ |access-date=2024-03-17 |website=Loksatta |language=mr}}</ref> |- | rowspan="2" |8th Filmfare Awards Marathi |Best Actor |{{Nom}} |- |Best Actor – Critics |{{Won}}<ref>{{Cite web |title=Winners of the RR Kabel Filmfare Awards Marathi 2024: Full list out |url=https://www.filmfare.com/features/winners-of-the-rr-kabel-filmfare-awards-marathi-2024-full-list-out-65454.html |access-date= |website=filmfare.com |language=en}}</ref> |}
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{{DEFAULTSORT:Chaudhari, Ankush}} Category:Living people Category:Male actors from Mumbai Category:Indian male soap opera actors Category:Indian male comedians Category:Male actors in Marathi theatre Category:Male actors in Marathi cinema Category:1977 births