• In a recent interview, Pankaj Tripathi discussed his rise to fame and how he came to be recognised as India’s National Icon.
• According to Hindustan Times, the actor said he felt compelled to help in this area because of his commitment to democracy.

The Election Commission of India recognised Pankaj Tripathi as the National Icon of India for his work with ECL to encourage young people to use their right to vote.

The actor discussed his award, saying, “Thank goodness I can help out in some small manner. We have a duty to the community, and I intend to do what I can to meet that obligation.”

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Additionally, he stated, “I intend to do everything I can to increase people’s understanding of the value of voting and the significance of democracy. I pray I’m up to the challenge of the honor’s duties.”

In 2004, Pankaj Tripathi had a cameo in the Bollywood film Run. He has since acted in a number of films and television shows, and his reputation for both acting skill and humility has grown. His portrayal as Akhandanand Tripathi aka Kaleen Bhaiya in the hit Amazon Prime Video crime thriller Mirzapur is his most well-known.