Harishankar Pal
Harishankar Pal (born 10 March 1985) is an Indian entrepreneur, actor, and film producer known for his work in television series, films, and short films. He is recognized for his appearances in the popular television crime drama CID, and for acting in films such as A Girl Looking for a Door, as well as short films including The Last Mafia and Mumbai Mafia. Apart from acting, he is the founder of the film production banner Siyaram Mihilal Films and owns a scrub manufacturing company named Siyaram Scrub Pvt Ltd. [1]
Early Life and Education
Harishankar Pal was born on 10 March 1985 in Palia Kalan, located in the Lakhimpur Kheri district of Uttar Pradesh. He was born into a farming family to Siyaram Pal, a respected farmer and landlord, and Meera Pal. His family originally belonged to Chhedani Purva village in Lakhimpur district. He has an elder brother named Ambrika Prasad. Pal completed his schooling at Baldev Vaidik Inter College and later attended Yuvraj Datt Mahavidyalaya, which is affiliated with Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree and later pursued a Diploma in Acting. During his college years, he actively participated in theatre and stage performances, which sparked his interest in acting and filmmaking. [2]
Career
Television Career
After completing his studies, Harishankar Pal moved to Mumbai to pursue a career in acting. He began working in the entertainment industry and gradually appeared in numerous television productions. He has appeared in over 35 television series as a character actor and occasionally played leading roles in certain episodes. One of his notable television appearances was in CID, where he portrayed lead characters in some episodes. His television debut came with the series Powder, which helped him gain initial recognition. [3]
Film Career
Harishankar Pal has worked in several films and short films across different genres. He played the lead role of Aman in the feature film A Girl Looking For A Door, which was released on the streaming platform MX Player.
His filmography also includes appearances in films such as:
- Luck by Chance – as a struggling actor
- Gul Makai – as a soldier (Fauji)
He also appeared in a documentary film related to the Salman Khan Blackbuck Poaching Case. [4]
Short Films
Harishankar Pal has also appeared in several short films, including:
- The Last Mafia – one of his most viewed projects
- Mumbai Mafia – another notable short film with a strong viewership record
- Am I Fit
Among these, The Last Mafia gained the highest viewership and helped expand his recognition among digital audiences. [5]
Entrepreneurship
Apart from acting, Harishankar Pal is involved in business ventures. He is the founder of the film production company Siyaram Mihilal Films, which focuses on producing independent films and media projects. He also owns Siyaram Scrub Pvt Ltd, a company involved in manufacturing scrub products. [6]
Personal Life
Harishankar Pal married Sneha Pal in 2022. He follows Hinduism and practices a vegetarian lifestyle. His hobbies include swimming, poetry, and acting. He is known among colleagues for his baritone voice and interest in classical music. [7]
Filmography
Films
| Year | Film | Role |
|---|---|---|
| — | Girl Looking For A Door | Aman |
| 2009 | Luck By Chance | Struggling Actor |
| 2020 | Gul Makai | Fauji |
Short Films
| Title | Role |
|---|---|
| The Last Mafia | Lead |
| Mumbai Mafia | Lead |
| Am I Fit | Actor |
Television
| Title | Notes |
|---|---|
| CID | Appeared in several episodes including lead roles |
| Powder | Television debut |
Personal Interests
- Favourite Food: Bhindi Sabzi, Jalebi, Kheer
- Favourite Actors: Arun Govil, Amitabh Bachchan, Sudesh Berry
- Favourite Actresses: Deepika Chikhalia, Deepika Padukone, Katrina Kaif
- Favourite Comedians: Johnny Lever, Rajpal Yadav
- Favourite Singer: Sonu Nigam
- Favourite Sportsperson: Novak Djokovic
Net Worth
Harishankar Pal reportedly owns movable and immovable assets including vehicles, watches, and agricultural land. His estimated net worth is reported to be around ₹30 crore. [8]
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