Among the Bollywood superstars of the 90s, big names like Shahrukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Aamir Khan come to mind first, but in the same era there was another name of Chunky Pandey. Although Chunky Pandey did not get the success that his contemporary actors got, his journey is a story of struggle, passion and change, which is no less than an inspiration.

Chunky Pandey was born on 26 September 1962 as Suyash Pandey. His father Sharad Pandey was a famous heart surgeon and mother Snehlata Pandey was a physician. Wanting to go into the medical field like his parents, Chunky turned to acting. He made his Bollywood debut in 1987 with the film "Aag Hi Aag", in which he appeared with stars like Dharmendra, Shatrughan Sinha. After this, Chunky worked in successful films like "Tezaab" and made a name for himself for his acting. From 1987 to 1993, he played supporting roles in many great films, but after 1994, the success of his films started declining and his star faded.

Chunky Pandey did not give up in this difficult phase. When he did not get the expected success in Bollywood, he turned to the Bangladesh film industry. His luck shone there and he became a star overnight. He gave many hit films in Bangladeshi cinema and made a special place in the hearts of the audience there. While his shine was fading in Bollywood, he got the position in Bangladesh which he did not get in Bollywood.

After success in Bangladeshi films, Chunky made a comeback in Bollywood once again in the 2000s. This time he was seen not in lead roles, but in character roles. The character of 'Aakhri Pasta' in the "Houseful" The series made him popular again. His comic timing and unique dialogues once again made him recognized in the new generation. Apart from this, he also worked in films like "Bullet Raja","Saaho", "Begum Jaan" and proved his acting talent.

Chunky Pandey's Bollywood career had ups and downs, but he never gave up. While on one hand he got superstardom in Bangladeshi films, on the other hand he also made a mark in Bollywood. According to Chunky, if he were not an actor, he would have been a great baker, as he is fond of making delicious cakes.

In his personal life, Chunky Pandey married Bhavna Pandey in 1998, and they have two daughters, Ananya and Alana Pandey. Ananya Pandey is herself a successful Bollywood actress today. Chunky is often seen with his daughters at social and film events. Talking about his work front, he is expected to appear in "Housefull 5".