About
Gajendra Singh Chauhan known professionally as Gajendra Chauhan, is a former television actor known for his work on Indian television, especially his portrayal of Yudhishthira in the historical television series Mahabharat (1988–90). He has also had significant roles in a few B movies, and a larger number of cameo appearances in other films. In 2015, he was appointed chairman of the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), which sparked controversy and opposition by FTII students, leading to his resignation in October 2017. He was the Vice-Chancellor of Dada Lakhmi Chand State University of Performing and Visual Arts from 2021 to 2025.
Personal details
- Also known as
- Gajendra Singh Chauhan
- Born
- October 10, 1956
- Birthplace
- Delhi
- Nationality
- Indian
- Years active
- 1984–present
