Pawan Malhotra, born on July 2, 1958, in Delhi, India, is a prominent Indian actor recognized for his versatile performances across Hindi films, television, and regional cinema. He grew up in a middle-class family and completed his education at Hansraj College, Delhi University. Pawan's career began in theater before transitioning to television and films. He gained initial fame with his role in the iconic TV series "Nukkad" (1986) and made his film debut with "Ab Ayega Mazaa" (1984). His breakthrough came with critically acclaimed films like "Bagh Bahadur" and "Salim Langde Pe Mat Ro," both released in 1989. Over the years, he has portrayed a wide range of characters in various genres, earning accolades for his roles in films such as "Black Friday" (2004), where he played Tiger Memon, and "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag" (2013). Pawan has also made significant contributions to regional cinema, particularly in Punjabi films. He is married to Suman Malhotra and has two children.