Ganesh Acharya is a renowned Indian choreographer, actor, and director celebrated for his work in numerous Bollywood films. His career spans decades, marked by both significant achievements and controversies.
Wiki/Biography
Ganesh Acharya was born on June 14, 1971, in Chennai, India. He is 52 years old (as of 2023) and his zodiac sign is Gemini. His father’s passing when Ganesh was only 10 led to financial hardship, forcing him to abandon his formal education. He later moved to Cuttack, Orissa, where he began his dance training under the guidance of his sister.
Physical Appearance
- Height (approx.): 5’8″
- Weight (approx.): 90 kg
- Eye Color: Black
- Hair Color: Black
Family, Caste & Wife
Acharya’s father, Krishna Gopi, was a dancer. He has a sister named Kamla and is married to Vidhi Acharya.
Career
Acharya’s career began assisting the legendary choreographer Kamalji. By the age of 19, he had formed his own dance troupe. His film choreography debut was in the 1992 movie Anaam. However, the song “Husn Hai Suhana” from Coolie No. 1 (1995) propelled him to fame. He made his directorial debut with the 2007 film Swami and his acting debut with a special appearance in Ghatak: Lethal (1996).
His notable roles include his appearance in the 2013 film ABCD (Any Body Can Dance) and a special appearance as ‘Mr. Zar’ in the Chinese film Operation Mekong (2016). He has choreographed many iconic songs, including those in films such as Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, Bajirao Mastani, and Padmaavat.
Controversies
Ganesh Acharya has been embroiled in several controversies. These include allegations of misconduct during the #MeToo movement in India, disputes with the Cine Artists Association, and multiple accusations of sexual harassment.
| Year | Incident | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | #MeToo Allegations | Involved in the Tanushree Dutta controversy surrounding allegations against Nana Patekar. |
| 2020 | Sexual Exploitation Accusation | Accused of sexual exploitation by an assistant choreographer. |
| 2021 | Sexual Harassment Accusation | Another woman choreographer filed a sexual harassment complaint. |
| 2022 | Chargesheet Filed | Mumbai Police filed a chargesheet against him for sexual harassment. |
Awards
Ganesh Acharya has received numerous accolades for his choreography. These include National Awards and Filmfare Awards.
- National Awards:
- Best Choreography for “Masto Ka Jhoond” in Bhaag Milkha Bhaag (2014)
- Best Choreography for “Gori Tu Lath Maar” in Toilet – Ek Prem Katha (2018)
- Filmfare Awards:
- Best Choreography for “Beedi” in Omkara (2007)
- Best Choreography for “Malhari” in Bajirao Mastani (2015)
Favourites
- Actor(s): Govinda, Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar
- Actress(es): Rekha, Madhuri Dixit
- Director: David Dhawan
Facts
Ganesh Acharya enjoys listening to music and initially aspired to be an actor. He is also known for a significant weight loss journey in 2017.
His breakthrough success with “Husn Hai Suhana” is attributed to the support of David Dhawan and Govinda, who convinced the producers to choose him as the choreographer despite the presence of established choreographers like Saroj Khan.
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