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Pawan Malhotra

  • Actor
  • Costume and Wardrobe Department
  • Production Manager
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Pawan Malhotra
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Pawan Malhotra, born in Delhi, India, is a versatile Indian actor known for his impactful performances in Bollywood films, television, and regional cinema. With a career spanning several decades, Pawan Malhotra has earned acclaim for his ability to portray diverse characters with authenticity and depth.

Pawan Malhotra started his acting journey with theater and made a seamless transition to the world of cinema. He made his mark in Bollywood with notable performances in the late 1980s and early 1990s. One of his early acclaimed roles was in the film "Bagh Bahadur" (1989), directed by Buddhadeb Dasgupta, where he portrayed the lead character with nuance and sensitivity.

Throughout his career, Pawan Malhotra has portrayed a wide range of characters, from supporting roles to lead roles, in both mainstream and parallel cinema. His performances in films like "Salim Langde Pe Mat Ro" (1989), "Black Friday" (2004), and "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag" (2013) have showcased his versatility and ability to immerse himself in the roles he undertakes.

In addition to Hindi cinema, Pawan Malhotra has been active in regional films, particularly Punjabi cinema, where he has delivered impactful performances. His commitment to storytelling and authenticity in his portrayals has garnered him appreciation from audiences and critics alike.

Pawan Malhotra has also made a significant impact on Indian television with roles in popular shows like "Nukkad" (1986-1987) and "Pradhanmantri" (2013). His work on the small screen has contributed to his recognition as a seasoned actor across various mediums.

Apart from his acting career, Pawan Malhotra has been associated with social and cultural initiatives. His dedication to his craft, combined with his commitment to meaningful storytelling, has established him as a respected figure in the Indian entertainment industry.

Pawan Malhotra continues to be an active and influential presence in Indian cinema, delivering memorable performances across different genres.
BornJuly 2, 1958
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    • Awards
      • 7 wins & 10 nominations total

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    Known for

    Farhan Akhtar in Bhaag Milkha Bhaag (2013)
    Bhaag Milkha Bhaag
    8.2
    • Gurudev Singh (Milkha's Coach)(as Pavan Malhotra)
    • 2013
    Shah Rukh Khan, Isha Koppikar, Arjun Rampal, Boman Irani, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas in Don (2006)
    Don
    7.1
    • Narang
    • 2006
    Gajraj Rao in Black Friday (2004)
    Black Friday
    8.4
    • Mushtaq 'Tiger' Memon
    • 2004
    Akshay Kumar, Ileana D'Cruz, and Esha Gupta in Rustom (2016)
    Rustom
    7.0
    • Senior Inspector Vincent Lobo
    • 2016

    Credits

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    • Nukkad
      • Hari (as Pavan Malhotra)
      • Released
      • TV Series
      • 1986
    • Ajey: The Untold Story of a Yogi
      • 2025
    • Abhi toh party shuru hui hai
      • Post-production
    • Untitled Pankaj Tripathi/Amit Rai Project
      • In Production
    • Court Kacheri
      • In Production
      • TV Series
    • Love Hackers
      • Post-production
    • Tera Kya Hoga Lambodar
      • (as Pavan Malhotra)
      • In Production



    • Badass Ravikumar (2025)
      Badass Ravikumar
      7.0
      • Ravi Kumar's Father
      • 2025
    • Riteish Deshmukh in Pill (2024)
      Pill
      8.3
      TV Series
      • Brahma Gill
      • 2024
    • Pawan Malhotra, Daljit Singh Thind, Deep Sehgal, Avvy Sra, Jayy Randhawa, Rommy Arts, Mandiip Siingh, Kabal Singh, Gurwinder Singh, Arshdeep Singh Dhillon, Naveen Grover, Gurdev Dhaliwal, Ajay Bhardwaj, Janardhana Maharshi, Parminder Gill, Amarjit Singh Saron, Maneesh Bhatt, Niraj Singh, and Vikas Mehta in Je Jatt Vigarh Gya (2024)
      Je Jatt Vigarh Gya
      5.6
      • 2024
    • Dibyendu Bhattacharya, Ravi Kishan, Akshay Kumar, Pawan Malhotra, Virendra Saxena, Rajesh Sharma, Kumud Mishra, and Parineeti Chopra in Mission Raniganj (2023)
      Mission Raniganj
      7.2
      • T P Bindal
      • 2023
    • Akshay Kumar and Pankaj Tripathi in OMG 2 (2023)
      OMG 2
      7.6
      • [Justice] Purushottam Nagar (as Pavan Raj Malhotra)
      • 2023
    • Pawan Malhotra, Jogi Mallang, Hariom Kaushik, and Jhanvi Sangwan in Fouja (2023)
      Fouja
      9.0
      • 2023
    • Tera Kya Hoga Lovely (2022)
      Tera Kya Hoga Lovely
      6.4
      • Hawa Singh, Lovely's father
      • 2022
    • Pawan Malhotra, Gauahar Khan, and Gulshan Devaiah in Shiksha Mandal (2022)
      Shiksha Mandal
      6.3
      TV Series
      • Dhansu Yadav
      • 2022
    • Pawan Malhotra, Supriya Pathak, Gagan Arora, and Sahil Mehta in Tabbar (2021)
      Tabbar
      8.2
      TV Series
      • Omkar
      • Omkar Kaur
      • Omkar Singh
      • 2021
    • Eclipse (2021)
      Eclipse
      8.3
      TV Series
      • Rishi Ranjan - Older
      • Gurusevak (as Pawan Raj Malhotra)
      • 2021
    • Mohit Chadda in Flight (2021)
      Flight
      5.4
      • Balraj
      • 2021
    • Neha Sharma and Gippy Grewal in Ik Sandhu Hunda Si (2020)
      Ik Sandhu Hunda Si
      5.0
      • MLA Jagtaar Jagga
      • 2020
    • Saru Maini in 72 Hoorain (2019)
      72 Hoorain
      7.8
      • (as Pavan Raj Malhotra)
      • 2019
    • Jhalle (2019)
      Jhalle
      6.3
      • Mr. Brar
      • 2019
    • Jimmy Shergill, Saurabh Shukla, Supriya Pilgaonkar, Mahie Gill, and Nandish Singh Sandhu in Family of Thakurganj (2019)
      Family of Thakurganj
      5.2
      • SP Rathore
      • 2019

    Costume Department



    • Ab Ayega Mazaa (1984)
      Ab Ayega Mazaa
      6.0
      • costume supervisor
      • 1984
    • Ravi Baswani, Bhakti Barve, Neena Gupta, Pankaj Kapur, Satish Kaushik, Om Puri, Naseeruddin Shah, and Satish Shah in Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro (1983)
      Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro
      8.3
      • assistant costumes (as Pavan Malhotra)
      • 1983
    • Gandhi (1982)
      Gandhi
      8.0
      • wardrobe assistant (as Pavan Malhotra)
      • 1982

    Production Manager



    • Ravi Baswani, Bhakti Barve, Neena Gupta, Pankaj Kapur, Satish Kaushik, Om Puri, Naseeruddin Shah, and Satish Shah in Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro (1983)
      Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro
      8.3
      • production manager (as Pavan Malhotra)
      • 1983

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    Je Jatt Vigarh Gya - Trailer
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    Official Trailer
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    Official Trailer
    Trailer 2:22
    Official Trailer
    Fouja - Official Trailer
    Trailer 2:13
    Fouja - Official Trailer
    Fouja - Official Teaser
    Trailer 0:31
    Fouja - Official Teaser
    Shiksha mandal Trailer
    Trailer 2:12
    Shiksha mandal Trailer
    Teaser [OV]
    Trailer 0:22
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    Personal details

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    • Alternative names
      • Pavan Raj Malhotra
    • Height
      • 5′ 6″ (1.68 m)
    • Born
      • July 2, 1958
      • Delhi, India
    • Spouse
      • Aparnaa Malhotra? - present

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    • Trivia
      Wife name is Aparnaa (2017).
    • Nicknames
      • Pavan R Malhotra
      • Pavan Malhotra
      • Pavan R. Malhotra
      • Pawan R. Malhotra
      • Pawan Raj Malhotra
      • Pawan R Malhotra

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