Brijendra Kala
Brijendra Kala | |
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| Years active | 2003–present |
Brijendra Kala is an Indian film and theatre actor known for his realistic portrayals of everyday characters in Hindi cinema. He has appeared in many notable films and web series since the early 2000s, often in supporting roles that have received praise from critics and audiences alike for their natural style and subtle humour.[1][2][3] He gained attention for his small roles in mainstream cinema.[4]
Early life
Kala was born in the village of Sumari in Pauri, Garhwal, Uttarakhand, India. He spent his childhood in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, where his father worked in a veterinary hospital.[5] He completed a Bachelor of Science degree in biochemistry from Kishori Raman College, Agra University.[5]
Kala was involved in theatre from a young age. He performed with local theatre groups in Mathura, including the Swastik Rang Mandal, for many years before moving to Mumbai to pursue a career in acting.[6]
Career
He wrote the dialogues for several TV shows produced by Ekta Kapoor, including Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii. He made his acting debut in 2003, when Tigmanshu Dhulia cast him in a small role as a newspaper vendor in Haasil.[7]
Over the years, Brijendra Kala appeared in many Hindi films, often in supporting roles that stand out for their authenticity and comic touch. Some of his early notable appearances were in Jab We Met, Mithya, Agneepath, Paan Singh Tomar, Ankhon Dekhi, PK, Tubelight and Batti Gul Meter Chalu.[8] He has also worked in web series and digital projects, expanding his presence beyond traditional cinema.
Kala’s performances are frequently described as “scene-stealing” because he brings a strong sense of reality and character depth to even smaller roles.[4][9]
Filmography
Films
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Mera Pati Sirf Mera Hai | Milk Vendor | ||
| 2000 | Brij Kau Birju | |||
| 2003 | Haasil | Newspaper vendor | ||
| 2005 | Raghu Romeo | TV director | ||
| Shabd | Rama Kant | |||
| Bunty Aur Babli | Mehmood Bilal | |||
| 2006 | Gafla | Stock broker | ||
| Ahista Ahista | P.C.O. owner | |||
| 2007 | Jab We Met | Taxi driver | ||
| Manorama Six Feet Under | Bihari Lal | |||
| 2008 | Mithya | Police inspector – Shyaam | ||
| Dasvidaniya | Shiraaz | |||
| 2009 | Aloo Chaat | |||
| Raat Gayi, Baat Gayi? | Kala Briendra | |||
| Saluun | Bada Babu | |||
| 2010 | 10ml Love | Philostrate | ||
| Karthik Calling Karthik | Executive – telephone exchange | |||
| Dus Tola | Abdul | |||
| Pappu Can't Dance Saala | Nagesh | |||
| Phas Gaye Re Obama | Police inspector | |||
| 2011 | Utt Pataang | Dolu | ||
| Mere Brother Ki Dulhan | Salman Bhai | |||
| Chalo Dilli | Train ticket collector | |||
| Jo Dooba So Paar | Dr. Sharma | |||
| Shwet | Activist | |||
| 2012 | Agneepath | Muneem | ||
| Paan Singh Tomar | Press reporter | |||
| Fatso! | Vijay | |||
| Jannat 2 | Dadda – Assistant of ACP Pratap Raghuvanshi | |||
| Myoho | Mr. Malhotra | |||
| Future to Bright Hai Ji | Baramdutt | |||
| 2013 | Jolly LLB | Jolly's fellow lawyer | Shown in Opening Scene | |
| Bajatey Raho | Tasvir Singh Bagga | |||
| 2014 | Ankhon Dekhi | Mama Ji | ||
| Bhoothnath Returns | Manager of Heaven | |||
| Youngistaan | Kulfi / Alcohol vendor | |||
| PK | Idol seller | |||
| Kuku Mathur Ki Jhand Ho Gayi | Babaji | |||
| Identity Card Ek Lifeline | Constable | |||
| 2015 | Chidiya | Suraj | ||
| Chal Guru Ho Jaa Shuru | ||||
| Guddu Rangeela | Caretaker | |||
| Miss Tanakpur Haazir Ho | Lawyer | |||
| Meeruthiya Gangsters | Jayantilal Jain | |||
| Dolly Ki Doli | Sub-Inspector Khan | |||
| 2016 | Rustom | Head constable Tukaram | ||
| M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story | Commentator Shukla | [4] | ||
| 2017 | Running Shaadi | Uncle of Ram Bharose | ||
| Jolly LLB 2 | Dubey Ji | |||
| Tubelight | Shopkeeper | |||
| Shubh Mangal Saavdhan | Sugandha's uncle | |||
| Qarib Qarib Singlle | Hotel receptionist | |||
| Dhh | Hindi teacher | Gujarati film | ||
| Panchlait | Chhadidaar Aganu Mahto | |||
| 2018 | Udanchhoo | Kal Bhairav | ||
| Angrezi Mein Kehte Hain | Batti | [10] | ||
| Love per Square Foot | T. C. Mishra | released on Netflix | ||
| Phamous | Cop | |||
| Bioscopewala | Bhola | |||
| Batti Gul Meter Chalu | Deendayal Juyal | |||
| FryDay | Thief | |||
| Zero | Pandey | |||
| PK Lele A Salesman | Mr Lele | [11] | ||
| 2019 | Sharmaji Ki Lag Gayi | Professor Sharma | ||
| Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga | Chaubey | |||
| Bharat | Chacha | |||
| Gone Kesh | Alok | |||
| Pagalpanti | Mr. Paul aka Mama Ji | |||
| 2020 | Ghoomketu | Sampadak Joshi | released on Zee5 | |
| Virgin Bhanupriya | Police inspector | released on Zee5 | ||
| Gulabo Sitabo | Christopher Clarke | released on Amazon Prime | ||
| 2021 | Kaagaz | Highcourt judge | released on Zee5 | |
| 83 | Cricket Board Man 2 | |||
| Banchhada | ||||
| Sherni | Forest officer Bansal | released on Amazon Prime Video | [12] | |
| Ramprasad Ki Tehrvi | Ramprasad's son-in-law | Released on Netflix | ||
| 2022 | Mere Desh Ki Dharti | Dubey Ji | [13] | |
| Janhit Mein Jaari | Aadarniya | |||
| Shabaash Mithu | BCCI Main Person | |||
| Cirkus | Yusuf | |||
| Ishq Pashmina | [14] | |||
| 2023 | Kathal | Srivastva | Netflix film | |
| Panch Kriti Five Elements | Pandit Ji | |||
| OMG 2 | Dr. Gagan Malviya | |||
| 2024 | Murder Mubarak | Guppie Ram | Netflix film | |
| Good Luck | Pappi | |||
| 2024 | Sarkari Baccha | Tripathi Ji | ||
| 2024 | Do Patti | Katoch | Released on Netflix | |
| 2025 | Kaushaljis vs Kaushal | Released on Jio Hotstar | ||
| Sitaare Zameen Par | Daulat Ji | [15] | ||
| The Networker | Gyani | |||
| 2020 Delhi | Radheshyam Nasa | |||
| Mannu Kya Karegga | ||||
| Jolly LLB 3 | Adv Jawed | cameo | ||
| The Taj Story | Adv Shashikant | cameo | ||
| 2026 | Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain! Fun On The Run | Master Jee; Mama Jee |
Web series
| Year | Title | Role | Language | Platform | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | The Aam Aadmi Family | Satender Sharma | Hindi | YouTube | |
| 2018 | Life Sahi Hai | Sinha | ZEE5 | [16] | |
| 2022 | Yeh Kaali Kaali Ankhein | Munshi Ji | Netflix | ||
| 2024 | Maamla Legal Hai | Adv. PP | |||
| Gyaarah Gyaarah | Brahmdutt Chandola | ZEE5 | |||
| 2025 | Dupahiya | Gyan Chand | Prime Video |
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- ^ @rajyaSameeksha. "Uttarakhand News: Brijendra kala played a fantastic role in bollywood upcoming movie". rajyasameeksha.com. Archived from the original on 18 September 2018. Retrieved 18 September 2018.
- ^ "Know Your Actor". The Indian Express. 11 May 2014. Archived from the original on 29 September 2017. Retrieved 28 September 2017.
- ^ "Brijendra Kala: "Film Industry Is Yet To Give My Due As A Performer"". Koimoi. 20 June 2019. Retrieved 19 June 2021.
- ^ Jha, Aditya Mani (15 December 2017). "Let there be Panchlait". The Hindu Business Line. Retrieved 3 January 2018.
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- ^ "In Pictures: Aamir Khan Clicked Ahead Of Sitaare Zameen Par's Release". www.filmfare.com. Retrieved 7 June 2025.
- ^ "Watch: Luv Ranjan's web series Life Sahi Hai's first episode hits the internet waves". Deccan Chronicle. 10 June 2016. Retrieved 1 December 2020.