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Ashutosh Rana Actor
Born in Gadarwara, Madhya Pradesh, Ashutosh Rana is a prominent Indian actor renowned for his work in both the Hindi and Telugu film industries. His journey into the world of entertainment began during his primary school days in Gadarwara, where he actively participated in the city’s Ramleela, often assuming the role of Ravana. After completing his early education, Rana pursued his passion for acting by attending the prestigious National School of Drama in New Delhi. His professional career kicked off with the television serial “Swabhimaan,” paving the way for numerous other notable appearances in serials such as “Farz,” “Saazish,” “Kabhi Kabhi,” and “Waris.”
Transitioning into the realm of cinema, Ashutosh Rana made a memorable debut with the film “Dushman,” portraying a chilling psychopathic killer. This marked the beginning of a successful film career, with Rana showcasing his versatility in acclaimed movies like “Raaz,” “Haasil,” “Kasoor,” “LOC,” “Ab Ke Baras,” and “Gunaah.” His acting prowess, particularly in negative roles, has earned him widespread recognition and accolades, including prestigious honors like the Filmfare OTT Award and two Filmfare Awards.
Beyond his contributions to the entertainment industry, Ashutosh Rana is a multifaceted personality, delving into writing and philanthropy. As an author, he has penned insightful books such as “Maun Muskaan Ki Maar” and “Ramrajya,” showcasing his depth of thought and creative expression. Additionally, Rana actively engages in philanthropic endeavors, leveraging his platform and resources to make a positive impact on society.
Early and Personal Life
Rana was born on November 10, 1967, in Gadarwara, Madhya Pradesh, and spent his childhood in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. He obtained his graduation degree from Dr. Hari Singh Gaur University in Madhya Pradesh. Notably, he is the cousin of Rameshwar Neekhra, a prominent Indian politician. Rana is married to actress Renuka Shahane, and together they have two sons, Shauryaman and Satyendra. His career in television began with appearances in serials like Swabhimaan, Farz, Sazish, Jax Kabhi, and Waris. Additionally, he showcased his hosting skills in the TV show Baazi Kiski and anchored Sarkaar Ki Duniya, a reality show set on Mango Island in Karwar, Karnataka. In 2010, he portrayed the antagonistic character Thakral in the Star Plus series Kaali- Ek Agnipariksha.
Career
Rana has left a notable mark in the world of Indian television with his appearances in various serials such as Swabhimaan, Farz, Sazish, Jax Kabhi, and Waris. Alongside his acting endeavors, he showcased his hosting skills in the TV show Baazi Kiski and ventured into reality television as the host of Sarkaar Ki Duniya, which unfolded on Mango Island in Karwar, Karnataka. One of his memorable roles came in 2010 in the Star Plus show Kaali- Ek Agnipariksha, where he portrayed the antagonist Thakral.
His portrayal of a cold-blooded psychopathic killer in Dushman earned him widespread recognition, cementing his proficiency in negative roles. Throughout his career, Rana has predominantly excelled in portraying antagonistic and supporting characters, earning him accolades including two Filmfare Awards for Best Villain, bestowed upon him for his performances in Dushman and Sangharsh. His repertoire extends beyond Hindi cinema, with appearances in Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada language films.
Initiating his film journey with the movie Dushman, wherein he depicted a psychopathic killer, Rana went on to feature in a diverse array of films including Raaz, Haasil, Kasoor, LOC, Ab ke Baras, and Gunaah, showcasing his versatility and depth as an actor across various genres and languages.
Mini Bio
| Name | Info |
|---|---|
| Name | Ashutosh Ramnarayan Neekhra (Ashutosh Rana Actor) |
| Birth of Date | 10 November 1967 |
| Birth Place | Gadarwara, Madhya Pradesh, India |
| Citizenship | India |
| University | Dr. Hari Singh Gour University |
| School | National School of Drama |
| Profession | Actor, Television Presenter , Author |
| Career | 1993 – present |
| Award Wins | 6+ |
| Award Nominations | 1+ |
| Spouse | Renuka Shahane |
| Marriage Date | May 25, 2001 |
| Parents | Ramnarayan Neekhra |
| Siblings | Kamini Gupta |
| Children | Shouryaman Rana, Satyendra Rana |
Flims / Movies
| Year | Film | Ref |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Ashaant | |
| 1996 | Sanshodhan | |
| 1997 | Tamanna | |
| Krishna Arjun | ||
| 1998 | Dushman | |
| Ghulam | ||
| Zakhm | ||
| 1999 | Sangharsh | |
| 2000 | Laado | |
| Badal | ||
| Tarkieb | ||
| 2001 | Guru Mahaaguru | |
| Raaz | ||
| Ansh | ||
| Danger | ||
| Ab Ke Baras | ||
| Gunaah | ||
| Annarth | ||
| Karz | ||
| 2003 | 2 October | |
| Haasil | ||
| Sandhya | ||
| LOC: Kargil | ||
| Dil Pardesi Ho Gayaa | ||
| 2004 | Pardesi Re | |
| 2005 | Babu Mashai | |
| Shabnam Mausi | ||
| Dil Ke Pechey Pechey | ||
| Kalyug | ||
| Bangaram | ||
| 2007 | Awarapan | |
| Dhokha | ||
| Summer 2007 | ||
| Coffee House | ||
| Ramayana: The Epic | ||
| 2011 | Monica | |
| A Strange Love Story | ||
| B & W The Black And White Fact | ||
| Sargana | ||
| Hamilton Palace | ||
| 2012 | Kismet Love Paisa Dilli | |
| Ata Pata Laapata | ||
| Zila Ghaziabad | ||
| Mutthi Bhar Sapne | ||
| Mahabharat | ||
| 2014 | Spark | |
| Desi Kattey | ||
| Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania | ||
| Ab Tak Chhappan 2 | ||
| Black Home | ||
| 2016 | Shorgul | |
| 2017 | Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai | |
| Aa Gaya Hero | ||
| 2018 | ACP Rudra On Duty | |
| Yeh Kaisa Tigam | ||
| Mulk | ||
| Udanchhoo | ||
| Dhadak | ||
| Simmba | ||
| 2019 | Sonchiriya | |
| Milan Talkies | ||
| Chicken Curry Law | ||
| War | ||
| 2020 | Bhoot – Part One: The Haunted Ship | |
| 2021 | Pagglait | |
| Hungama 2 | ||
| 2022 | Samrat Prithviraj | |
| Rashtra Kavach Om | ||
| 2023 | Pathaan | |
| Bheed | ||
| Darran Chhoo | ||
| Lakeerein | ||
| Tiger 3 | ||
| 2024 | Fighter | |
| 2024 | Chhaava [3] |
Television / Shows
Telugu Cinema:
- Venky (2004) – Portrayed Yogendra Kumar Sharma
- Bangaram (2006) – Acted as Bhooma Reddy
- Okka Magadu (2008) – Played Namboodriyar
- Victory (2008) – Appeared as MLA K. Devraj
- Balupu (2013) – Took on the role of Poorna
- Tadakha (2013) – Characterized as Bagga
- Pataas (2015) – Portrayed G.K.
- Courier Boy Kalyan (2015) – Role not specified
- Krishnashtami (2016) – Role not specified
- Nene Raju Nene Mantri (2017) – Played Subbarayudu
- Jai Simha (2018) – Acted as Thota Rami Reddy
- Saakshyam (2018) – Appeared as Munuswamy’s 2nd brother
- Viswamitra (2019) – Portrayed A. Rana
- Kalki (2019) – Played Narsappa
Tamil Cinema:
- Vettai (2012) – Portrayed Annachi
- Meaghamann (2014) – Acted as King Jothi
- Tamilselvanum Thaniyar Anjalum (2016) – Characterized as Arun
- Motta Shiva Ketta Shiva (2017) – Appeared as G.K
- Johnny (2018) – Played Ram
- Sangathamizhan (2019) – Portrayed Kulandaivel
Kannada Cinema:
- Vishnu Vijaya (1993) – Role not specified
- Vishnu Sena (2005) – Role not specified
- Kshana Kshana (2007) – Acted as Rana
- Avatara Purusha (2022) – Portrayed Darka
Marathi Cinema:
- Sankasur (2013) – Role not specified
- Yeda – Role not specified
Host:
- Sarkaar Ki Duniya (2009)
- Baazi Kiski (2001)
- Savdhaan India (2019 – present)
Television:
- Tehkikaat (1994) – Portrayed Shyam
- Swabhimaan (1995) – Acted as Tyagi
- Aahat (1995) – Characterized as Avinash
- X-Zone (1998-2000) – Role not specified
- Saturday Suspense (1997-1999) – Played Inspector Raghuraj
- Waris (1999) – Role not specified
- Farz (2001) – Role not specified
- Kaali- Ek Agnipariksha (2010) – Role not specified
- Saazish – Role not specified
- Kabhi Kabhi – Role not specified
- Dhundh – Role not specified
- Apradhi Kaun? – Portrayed Inspector Gaurav Gambhir
- Chhatrasal (2021) – Acted as Aurangzeb
- Aranyak (2021) – Characterized as Mahadev Dogra
- The Great Indian Murder (2022) – Appeared as Jagganath Rai
- Khakee: The Bihar Chapter (2022) – Portrayed IG Mukteshwar Chaubey IPS
