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Vineet Kumar Singh is earning rave reviews for his portrayal of Zabardast Pehelwaan in Anurag Kashyap’s latest release, Nishaanchi.

Anurag Kashyap’s Nishaanchi has officially landed in theatres, and the buzz around it is only getting louder. Backed by Amazon MGM Studios India, the film blends action, drama, and comedy into a fast-paced, adrenaline-fueled ride. (Image: IMDb)
Alongside a star-studded ensemble, it also marks the striking debut of Aaishvary Thackeray in a double role. (Image: IMDb)
But it’s Vineet Kumar Singh, essaying the role of Zabardast Pehelwaan, who has emerged as one of the film’s emotional anchors. (Image: Wikimedia Commons)
Though he harboured dreams of studying at the National School of Drama, he could not due to parental pressure. Vineet ended up topping his Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine and Surgery degree from R. A. Podar Ayurved Medical College and MD (Doctor of Medicine) in Ayurveda from Government Ayurvedic College and Hospital, Nagpur. (Image: IMDb)
But as luck would have it, Vineet came to Mumbai to pariticpate in a reality show called Superstars Talent Hunt. Mahesh Manjrekar, who was one of the judges, offered him a role in the Sanjay Dutt-starrer Pitaah. The film fared badly, leaving Vineet with no roles. He ended up working as assistant director with Manjrekar for films like Viruddh and Deh for a few years. After working in a few minor roles in Bhojpuri shows and films, he got his acting break in the Hindi-Marathi bilingual City of Gold (2010). (Image: Instagram)
Then began his long association with maverick director Anurag Kashyap, when the latter cast him as Danish Khan in Gangs of Wasseypur. Vineet earned his first nomination for Kashyap’s Ugly. (Image: Facebook)
Vineet’s breakthrough role came in Anurag Kashyap’s Mukkabaaz, where he played a boxer. The film earned him several nominations, including his first Filmfare nomination, among other accolades. (Image: Facebook)
Vineet and Anurag’s latest collaboration Nishaanchi is is now running successfully in theatres, inviting audiences into a gritty tale of bullets, betrayal, and brotherhood. Despite a supporting role, the actor is impressing viewers with his commendable performance. (Image: Instagram)
Sharing his experience, Vineet Kumar Singh reflected on his collaboration with Anurag Kashyap, “I’ve always believed that sometimes, the quietest performances leave the strongest impressions. With Nishaanchi, the love I’ve received has only reinforced the idea that a single sincere performance can transform the entire energy of a story. Working with Anurag Kashyap has always been about pushing boundaries. He doesn’t offer comfort; he strips it away so you can find truth. After Mukkabaaz, Anurag once again gave me the chance to revisit sport. This time it’s not the boxing ring but the akharas, and it reminded me of the discipline and rigor that first shaped me as a performer for this new role. He has a way of offering me roles that become memorable not just for the audiences, but for me as well.” (Image: Instagram)
To bring Zabardast Pehelwaan to life, Vineet immersed himself deeply in the world of kushti, “To embody this character, I went to kushti akhadas, trained my body anew, and learned the discipline of a wrestler. I chose to carry his pain more in silence than in words. For me, it was never about how much screen time I get; it’s about leaving a lasting impact. I’m deeply grateful that this performance has connected so powerfully with audiences and left an imprint that I cherish.” (Image: Instagram)