Yashpal Sharma
Yashpal Sharma is an Indian actor, theatre artist, and filmmaker known for his memorable performances in Hindi cinema and regional films. Originally from Hisar, Haryana, he developed an interest in acting at an early age and participated in…
Biography
Yashpal Sharma is an Indian actor, theatre artist, and filmmaker known for his memorable performances in Hindi cinema and regional films. Originally from Hisar, Haryana, he developed an interest in acting at an early age and participated in local theatrical performances. He later studied at the National School of Drama in New Delhi, graduating in 1994.
After gaining experience with the National School of Drama Repertory Company, Sharma moved to Mumbai in 1997 to pursue a career in films. He made an early appearance in Hazaar Chaurasi Ki Maa (1998) and achieved widespread recognition for portraying Lakha in the acclaimed sports drama Lagaan (2001).
Over the years, Sharma has appeared in numerous films, including Gangaajal (2003), Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi (2003), Ab Tak Chhappan (2004), Apaharan (2005), Aarakshan (2011), Rowdy Rathore (2012), and Gangs of Wasseypur (2012). He is particularly appreciated for his realistic performances and ability to portray complex supporting characters.
Alongside acting, Sharma ventured into directing with Dada Lakhmi (2022), a Haryanvi biographical film about folk poet Pandit Lakhmi Chand. The film won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Haryanvi. Through his work in cinema, television, and theatre, Sharma has built a diverse career in Indian entertainment.
Notable works
Awards & honours
- 7 wins and 14 nominations
- Indian Telly AwardBest Actor in a Negative Role (Critics) for Mera Naam Karegi Roshan — 2010 — Winner
- Television AwardFavourite Actor in a Negative Role in a Television Serial for Mera Naam Karegi Roshan — 2011 — Winner
- Zee Rishtey AwardFavourite Dosti for Neeli Chhatri Waale — 2014 — Winner
- Zee Rishtey AwardFavourite Beta for Neeli Chhatri Waale — 2014 — Winner
- Special Jury AwardBest Actor for Mooso-the Mouse — 2020 — Winner
- Festival AwardBest Actor for Mooso-the Mouse — 2020 — Winner
- Jury PrizeBest Actor for Mooso-the Mouse — 2021 — Winner
- Filmfare AwardBest Performance by an Actor in a Villainous Role for Gangaajal — 2004 — Nominated
- IIFA Popular AwardBest Performance by an Actor in a Negative Role for Gangaajal — 2004 — Nominated
- Zee Cine Popular AwardBest Performance by an Actor in a Villainous Role for Gangaajal — 2004 — Nominated
- Sansui Viewer's Choice AwardBest Performance by an Actor in a Negative Role for Gangaajal — 2004 — Nominated
- Screen AwardBest Performance by an Actor in a Negative Role for Gangaajal — 2004 — Nominated
- Screen AwardBest Performance by an Actor in a Negative Role for Apaharan — 2006 — Nominated
- Zee Cine Popular AwardBest Performance by an Actor in a Negative Role for Apaharan — 2006 — Nominated
- Screen AwardBest Ensemble Cast for Sankat City — 2010 — Nominated
- Screen AwardBest Ensemble Cast for Yeh Saali Zindagi — 2012 — Nominated
- Indian Telly AwardBest Actor in a Negative Role for Mera Naam Karegi Roshan — 2010 — Nominated
- Indian Telly AwardBest Actor in a Comic Role for Neeli Chhatri Waale — 2015 — Nominated
- IWM Digital AwardMost Popular Actor in a Short Film for Khayali Pulao — 2021 — Nominated
- e4m Play Streaming Media AwardBest Actor in a Negative Role for Kaand 2010 — 2025 — Nominated
- News18 REEL Movie AwardBest Ensemble Cast for Dupahiya — 2026 — Nominated
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