After struggling for around 14 years in the film industry, Pankaj Tripathi finally got the due fame and recognition which does justice to his abilities. He has given iconic performances in projects like, Gangs Of Wasseypur, Mirzapur, Sacred Games and many more. The seasoned actor has a few words of wisdom for aspiring actors and other artists.

He said, "It’s obvious that budding actors don’t have it easy in Bollywood unless they have connections within the industry. It’s tough to be an outsider in Bollywood, but if you hail from a village and have studied in a Hindi medium school, it’s tougher."

He went on to explain, "In my 14 years of struggle, I continued to be persistent because there was one thing that I always believed in — that no matter what, it’s important to not get swayed or dissuaded and stick to the art. If you believe in the art form, it’ll surely pay off one day and I’m a testament to that. So, it’s important to remember that and never lose hope.”