Chunky Panday was a part-time car dealer before his acting debut with Aag Hi Aag – did you know this about Ananya Panday’s dad?
Chunky Panday, known for his stage name Suyash Panday, has acted in over 100 films spanning three decades. His filmography includes movies like Tezaab, Apna Sapna Money Money, Housefull, De Dana Dan, and more.
Before his acting debut in the 1987 film Aag Hi Aag, Chunky Panday worked as a part-time car dealer. Read on to find out more!
Chunky Panday’s Past as a Part-Time Car Dealer
Chunky Panday is a well-known face in Bollywood today. However, before his acting career took off, he did odd jobs to make a living.
In an interview with IANS, he mentioned his days working odd jobs. He said, “I was a part-time hustler and part-time car dealer. So, I used to get the chance to drive those cars around. Every day, I was in a different car, visiting producers’ offices.”
He also recalled the challenges of breaking into Bollywood back then when there were no casting directors or digital media. They had to wait in long queues outside producers’ offices to show their photographs and even perform scenes from popular films.
Chunky Panday on His Experience in Bollywood
Chunky Panday has worked with stars like Akshay Kumar, Katrina Kaif, Deepika Padukone, Ajay Devgn, and Saif Ali Khan. He appreciated working with the new generation of actors, finding their performances nuanced and organic.
He acknowledged that working with such talented stars motivated him to evolve as an actor and gain knowledge from the experience.
Last year, he appeared in the TV series “Pop Kaun?” alongside other notable actors.
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