Neeraj Pandey

Neeraj Pandey (born 1973) is an Indian film director, producer and screenwriter best known for his film A Wednesday (2008), for which he won the Indira Gandhi Award for Best First Film of a Director. His work on the film was highly praised by audiences as well as critics. He was nominated for "Best Director" category by Filmfare Awards. His second movie Special 26 (2013) has also been equally appreciated by the public and the critics. His third movie is Baby (2015) starring Akshay Kumar, released on 23 January. The film is also hugely critically acclaimed and a financial success too.

Early life and education

Neeraj Pandey was born and brought up in a Brahmin family in Kolkata. His father, who originally came from Bihar and worked for Bosch in Calcutta. Neeraj Pandey moved to New Delhi, where he graduated in English.

Career

Pandey started his career working with Delhi-based 'Legacy Entertainment', a company started by the Dalmia group to make television programs where he learnt his film basics.

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'Khakee: The Bengal Chapter': Chitrangda Singh, Ritwik Bhowmik, Aadil Khan reflect on their complex characters

The Times of India 22 Mar 2025
The Bengal Chapter' has premiered on Netflix, bringing a gripping tale of crime, power, and law enforcement set in early 2000s Kolkata.Directed by Debatma Mandal and Tushar Kanti Ray, this follow-up to Neeraj Pandey's 'Khakee.
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Khakee: The Bengal Chapter Twitter Review: 7 tweets to read before watching Neeraj Pandey’s crime-thriller led by Prosenjit Chatterjee and Jeet

Pinkvilla 21 Mar 2025
Neeraj Pandey’s crime-thriller led by Prosenjit Chatterjee and Jeet Khakee ... 7 tweets to read before watching Neeraj Pandey’s crime-thriller led by Prosenjit Chatterjee and Jeet.
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Khakee: The Bengal Chapter review: "What a masterpiece!"

International Business Times 21 Mar 2025
After the 'Bihar Chapter', 'Khakee. The Bengal Chapter' is now streaming on Netflix. Directed by Neeraj Pandey and produced by Friday Storytellers, the series takes you into the politics and crimes of Kolkata ... If you're a Neeraj Pandey Thriller fan ... .
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Latest Hindi OTT Releases This Week: 4 new web series and movie to watch on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and more

Pinkvilla 21 Mar 2025
Wondering what to watch this weekend? Here is a brief look at the engaging Hindi movie and web series that have been released on OTT platforms this week. By ... follow us. share ... 1 ... 1 ... 2 ... The Bengal Chapter is a crime thriller series created by Neeraj Pandey.
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Hansal Mehta to work on remake of Sri Lankan Comedy 'Tentigo'

Beijing News 20 Mar 2025
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 20 (ANI) ... 'Tentigo' opened in Sri Lankan theaters on March 14 ... True Story Films is joining forces with indie powerhouse Crawling Angel Films, with Sanjay Gulati and Neeraj Pandey co-producing the Hindi version ... .
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Khakee: The Bengal Chapter: Prosenjit Chatterjee reveals what convinced him to join Neeraj Pandey’s crime thriller

Pinkvilla 20 Mar 2025
The Bengal Chapter actor Prosenjit Chatterjee shares what drew him to Neeraj Pandey’s crime thriller ... Prosenjit Chatterjee reveals what convinced him to join Neeraj Pandey’s crime thriller ... He revealed, "Firstly, I think it was Neeraj (Pandey).
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Khakee The Bengal Chapter review: Neeraj Pandey show falls prey to slow pace despite stellar performances

Hindustan Times 20 Mar 2025
However, Neeraj Pandey's second chapter from the hit Khakee franchise presents a starkly contrasting narrative, one that delves into the state's darker underbelly, marked by bloodshed and violence.
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Khakee: The Bengal Chapter: Actor Jeet calls working with Prosenjit Chatterjee ‘dream’; opens up on his Hindi OTT debut

Pinkvilla 20 Mar 2025
Khakee ... Read to know! By ... Khakee. The Bengal Chapter ... follow us. share ... The Bengal Chapter, which is the second part of Neeraj Pandey's Khakee series, Jeet plays the lead role of a tough and honest IPS officer, showcasing his impressive acting skills. .
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Khakee: The Bengal Chapter: Cast, plot, runtime; everything you need to know about Netflix’s crime-thriller series

Pinkvilla 20 Mar 2025
If you’re planning to watch Khakee ... By. Published on Mar 20, 2025  .  07.48 PM IST .  328. Khakee ... follow us ... Helmed by Debatma Mandal and Tushar Kanti Ray, the show is written by Neeraj Pandey, Debatma Mandal and Samrat Chakroborty ... .
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Is There a Khakee: The Bengal Chapter Season 1 Episode 8 Release Date & Time?

Coming Soon 20 Mar 2025
Photo Credit. Netflix. Viewers are wondering if there’s a Khakee ... This crime-drama series was created by Neeraj Pandey, whose previous credits include popular Hindi cinema projects like A Wednesday!, Special 26, and Baby ... The Bihar Chapter ... Khakee ... .
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Khakee: The Bengal Chapter: WHEN and WHERE to watch the Jeet, Prosenjit, Saswata Chatterjee series

International Business Times 19 Mar 2025
Directed by Neeraj Pandey and produced by Friday Storytellers, the next project in the franchise is all set to hit the OTT platform ... This is our third title with master storyteller Neeraj Pandey and he ...
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Dividers, traffic cones at Phaphamau Bridge to ease traffic congestion

The Times of India 19 Mar 2025
DCP (Traffic) Neeraj Pandey told TOI, 'Traffic cones and dividers are placed on both sides of the bridge (not on the main bridge road due to limited space) to ensure vehicles ply in their respective ...
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Special Ops 2.0: Karan Tacker begins dubbing for Neeraj Pandey’s espionage thriller co-starring Kay Kay Menon, Sana Khan and Saiyami Kher; PIC

Pinkvilla 18 Mar 2025
Karan Tacker took to his Instagram stories and raised fans’ anticipation by sharing a selfie as he began dubbing for Neeraj Pandey’s espionage thriller, Special Ops 2.0 ... Directed by Neeraj Pandey and Shivam Nair, Special Ops was released on JioHostar.
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