Anant Vidhaat Sharma is an Indian actor known for his work in Hindi cinema and web series. He gained wider recognition for his supporting role in the period drama film Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi (2019), and has subsequently appeared in several streaming productions on Indian over-the-top (OTT) platforms.
Key facts
| Name | Anant Vidhaat Sharma |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Anant Vidhaat |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Industry | Hindi film and web series |
| Notable work | Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi (2019) |
Background
Sharma trained in acting before entering the Hindi film industry, beginning with smaller screen roles and supporting parts in feature films. Like many actors of his generation, he transitioned across theatrical releases and streaming platform projects as the Indian OTT ecosystem expanded in the late 2010s.
Career
Film
Sharma featured in Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi (2019), a historical biographical film directed by Krish and Kangana Ranaut, which depicts the life of Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi. The film, produced by Zee Studios and Kamal Jain, released theatrically in January 2019 and remains his most widely seen big-screen credit.
Web series and television
He has appeared in Hindi-language web series produced for Indian streaming platforms, taking up character roles in drama and thriller formats. His OTT appearances reflect the broader trend of theatre-trained actors finding sustained work in long-form digital content.
Significance
Sharma belongs to a cohort of supporting Hindi-cinema actors whose careers have been shaped by both mainstream period films and the rise of Indian streaming originals. His participation in a high-profile historical production such as Manikarnika placed him within an ensemble that drew from across regional Indian film traditions.
Related topics
References
- Production credits and cast listings for Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi (2019).
- Industry coverage of Hindi film and OTT supporting actors.