Sudip Pandey (died 15 January 2025) was an Indian film actor and producer, primarily known for his contributions to

Bhojpuri cinema Bhojpuri cinema is the segment of Indian cinema dedicated to the production of motion pictures in the Bhojpuri language widely spoken in Bihar and eastern Uttar Pradesh. Its major production centres are Patna. Bhojpuri cinema has grown in rece ...

and Bihar tourism. Pandey debuted in 2007 with the film ''Bhojpuriya Bhaiya'', which he also produced, and subsequently starred in several Bhojpuri films.

Background

Sudip Pandey was born and raised in

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, Gaya district, Bihar. His father, Upendra Pandey was a professor at SND College in Tekari, and his younger brother, Bihari Pandey is a teacher. He obtained an

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and worked as a software engineer in various firms in India and the United States for four years before transitioning to acting. Pandey died from a heart attack in

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, on 15 January 2025. He was in his 30s.

Acting career

Pandey made his acting debut in 2007 with the film ''Bhojpuriya Bhaiya'', which he also produced. Following this, he starred in a series of Bhojpuri language films, including: *''Bhojpuriya Daroga'' (2008) *''Masiha Babu'' (2009) *''Sautan'' (2010) *''Hamar Sangi Bajrangbali'' (2010) *''Nathuniya Pe Goli Mare'' (2010) *''Hum Hai Dharamyodha'' (2011) *''Hamar Lalkar'' (2011) *Sharabi (2012) *''Kurbani'' (2013) *''Khuni Dangal'' (2014) *''Dharti Ke Beta'' (2014) *''Brijwa'' (2015) *''Jai Ho Jagdamba Mai'' (2015) *''Bagawat'' (2016) *''Bahinia'' (2017) *''Bagawat'' (2018) *''Jeena Sirf Tere Liye'' (2018) He portrayed a range of characters, from action heroes to romantic leads. In addition to his film career, Pandey was active in television, hosting and acting in various serials such as ''Saat Vachan Saat Phere'', ''Khandaan'', ''Bihar Ek Khoj'', ''Police Files'', and ''Kahin Ka Haal Ba''. He also served as the brand ambassador for Bihar tourism, promoting the state's cultural heritage through the initiative "''Bihar Ek Khoj.''" One of Sudip's last projects was a home production film titled ''V For Victor'', where he played the title role. He was also working on a sequel to ''Paro Patna Wali'' at the time of his death.

Awards and recognition

Pandey's contributions to the Bhojpuri film industry were recognized with several awards, including: * Best Newcomer at the Bhojpuri Award Function (2008, Mumbai) * Pragya Vibhushan Award (2011, Patna) * RK HIV/AIDS Research and Care Centre Awards (2012, 2013, Delhi/Mumbai) * Abhimanyu Award at the Bhojpuri Samman Samaroh (2009, Banaras)

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* {{DEFAULTSORT:Pandey, Sudip 20th-century births Year of birth uncertain 2025 deaths Indian male television actors Male actors in Bhojpuri cinema Indian actors People from Gaya district