Karmveer Choudhary
Indian actor and motivational speaker
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Karmveer Choudhary (born 24 July 1963) is an Indian actor and motivational speaker known for his works in Hindi cinema and Indian television.[1]
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| Born | 24 July 1963 |
| Alma mater | Dayanand college Ajmer, M.COM |
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| Years active | 2005-present |
| Known for | Badho Bahu, Dangal |
| Spouse | Bhawna choudhary (m. 1987) |
| Children | Ritu Choudhary Ankit Choudhary, Dr Piyush Joshi, Spine Surgeon (Son-in-Law), kanika choudhary (daughter-in-law) |
| Parent(s) | Laxmi Devi(mother) Bhagwan Singh (father) |
| Awards | Best Villain 2014 Jaipur International Film Festival |
Life and career
He started his career with Rajasthani Cinema (regional cinema), where he has appeared in more than 20 films as the villain. He came into prominence after being cast in the 2016 movie Sultan, where he acted as a government sports officer.[2] He also played Aamir Khan's father in Dangal. Choudhary appeared on the television show Badho Bahu as Kailash Singh Ahlawat (Lucky's Tau Ji) aired on & TV during 2016–18.[3] Prior to his acting career, he stood for election as a Samajwadi Party candidate in 2003 from Mavli constituency in Udaipur.[4] He appeared on the television show Kuch Rang Pyar Ke Aise Bhi as Khatri (Main Villain), aired on Sony TV (India) during 2016 - 17 and Kya Qusoor Hai Amala Ka? as Hemraj, aired on Star Plus (2017). He also appeared in Mere Brother Ki Dulhan, with Katrina Kaif (2011). He was awarded for Best Villain at the Jaipur Film Festival in 2014. He has also done TV Commercials for Kurkure in 2009, Symphony cooler in 2013, Pepsi in 2015 and IDFC Bank in 2016. He played a strong character as Pandit Ji in Waarrior Savitri (2016). He played the main villain in Gauraiya (2015).[5][6]
Filmography
Films
| Year | Title | Character | Language | Notes |
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| 2008 | Odh Li Chunariya | Thakur | Rajasthani | |
| 2009 | Beero Bhat Bharan Ne Aayo | Hardev Singh | Rajasthani | |
| 2009 | Maa Bhatiyani Sa Ro Rati Jaago | Thakur | Rajasthani | |
| 2010 | Veer | Mantri of Jacky Shroff | Hindi | |
| 2011 | Mere Brother Ki Dulhan | Hariyanvi Girl's Father | Hindi | |
| 2011 | Hum Tum Shabana | Gangster | Hindi | |
| 2013 | Dangal | Govardhan | Rajasthani | |
| 2013 | Kahani Ek Devi Ki | Babu Ram | ||
| 2013 | Nirankush | Mukhtar Bhai Don | ||
| 2014 | Mothers Day - Sharman Joshi Speaks The Truth | Short film | ||
| 2015 | Gauraiya | Dhanua | ||
| 2016 | Dangal | Mr. Phogat, Mahavir's Father | Hindi | |
| 2016 | Sultan | Govt. Sports Officer | Hindi | |
| 2016 | Waarrior Savitri | Pandit Ji | Hindi | |
| 2017 | Karz - The Story Of A Daughter | Short film | ||
| 2018 | Beti - Meri Beti Mera Abhiman | Short film | ||
| 2019 | Panipat (film) | King Suraj Mal | Hindi | |
| 2019 | Yeh Hai India | Dashrath singh | Hindi | |
| 2022 | Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 | Mukhya | Hindi | |
| 2023 | Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani | Dada ji | Hindi | |
| 2023 | A Winter Tale at Shimla | Deputy CM | Hindi | |
| TBA | Bhagwan Ke Liye Mujhe Chhod Do | Don | TBA | |
| TBA | Mumbai Tiger | Home Minister | TBA | |
| TBA | Guns Of Gujarat | D G P | TBA |
Television
| Year | Serial Name | Character | Notes |
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| 2010 | Jyoti | Roy Sahab | |
| 2010–2011 | Zindagi Ka Har Rang...Gulaal | Sarpanch | |
| 2012 | Adrishya | Officer | |
| 2012 | Balika Vadhu | Shambhu Singh | |
| 2012 | 26 12 | Motiwala | |
| 2012–2013 | Aamna Samna | Pratap singh | |
| 2012–2015 | Adaalat | ||
| 2012–2017 | Savdhaan India | ||
| 2013 | Shaitaan | Kapoor Sahab | |
| 2013 | Aashiyana | Khurana | |
| 2013–2015 | CID | ||
| 2013–2016 | Crime Patrol | ||
| 2015 | Code Red | ||
| 2015–2016 | Pyaar Tune Kya Kiya | Father | |
| 2016–2017 | Kuch Rang Pyar Ke Aise Bhi | Khatri | |
| 2016–2018 | Badho Bahu | Kailash Singh Ahlawat | |
| 2017 | Kya Kasoor Hai Amla Ka | Hemraj | |
| 2019 | Patiala Babes | Sardar Singh Chautala | |
| 2025 | Dhaakad Beera | Sarpanch |
Web series
| Year | Serial Name | Character | Platform | Notes |
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| 2020 | Undekhi | Kandpal | SonyLIV | |
| 2020 | Paper | Minister Rawat | Ullu | |
| 2020 | Mum Bhai | Minister Chavan | ALTBalaji & Zee5 | |
| 2021 | Saat Kadam | Prakash team owner | Eros Now | |
| 2023 | Bambai Meri Jaan | Home Minister | Amazon Prime Video | |
| 2024 | Murshid (TV series) | Namdev kulkarni | Zee5 | |
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