Divyendu Sharma (born 19 June 1983), known mononymously as Divyenndu, is an Indian actor who works primarily in Hindi-language films and streaming series. He came to prominence with the comedy Pyaar Ka Punchnama (2011) and later gained wider recognition through his roles in the streaming drama Mirzapur (2018–2020) and the miniseries The Railway Men (2023).
| Full name | Divyendu Sharma |
|---|---|
| Known as | Divyenndu |
| Born | 19 June 1983 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Primary industry | Hindi cinema and streaming series |
| Notable works | Pyaar Ka Punchnama (2011), Chashme Baddoor (2013), Toilet: Ek Prem Katha (2017), Mirzapur (2018–2020), The Railway Men (2023) |
| Major award | Screen Award for Best Male Debut |
Divyenndu had his breakthrough with Pyaar Ka Punchnama (2011), an ensemble comedy that became a notable success among urban audiences. For his performance, he received the Screen Award for Best Male Debut.
He followed this with supporting roles in mainstream Hindi films, including the romantic comedy Chashme Baddoor (2013) and the social drama Toilet: Ek Prem Katha (2017).
Divyenndu drew renewed critical and popular attention with the streaming crime drama Mirzapur (2018–2020), in which he played a central role across the early seasons. He continued working in long-form streaming projects with the miniseries The Railway Men (2023).
Divyenndu's career reflects a trajectory common to several actors of his generation in Hindi entertainment: an early breakthrough in theatrical comedy, followed by supporting work in mainstream films, and a later phase defined by prominent roles on streaming platforms. His shift to long-form digital content from 2018 onwards placed him among the actors associated with the rise of original Hindi-language streaming drama in India.