Tapan Acharya
Tapan Acharya | |
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Born | Loliem-Polem, Goa, India | 2 August 1981
Occupation(s) | Actor, producer, television host |
Years active | 2000s–present |
Known for |
Tapan Acharya (born 2 August 1981)[citation needed] is an Indian actor, filmmaker, writer, producer, and director known for his work in Marathi and Konkani films. He was appointed as a state youth icon by the Election Commission of India to promote voter awareness in Goa.[1][2]
Acharya was elected as the president of the Goa Roll Ball Association in 2023 and has been serving as the president of the Roll Ball Federation of India since November 2023.[3]
He also serves as President of Goa AVCG -XR Association which is working with industry professionals in gaming, animation and extended reality to implement AVGC -XR policy In Goa inline with Union policy which is notified by Modi Govt in Sept 2024.[2]
Early life and education
[edit]Tapan Acharya was born in a Goud Saraswat Brahmin family in the village Loliem-Polem, Goa. He attended school in his village at Shri Damodar Vidhalaya and pursued higher education at Shri Damodar College of Commerce and Economics, Margao. While pursuing a degree in law from G.R Kare Law College, he also completed a postgraduate diploma in management studies. He is credited with having knowledge in astrology, numerology, Vedas, and mythology. He holds various diplomas and certificates in gemology, astrology, and Vedic studies.[4]
Career
[edit]Although early in life he wanted to be behind the camera, he was first thrust into the public eye as host of the TV show Chum Chum Chanana on Doordarshan Goa. He went on to star in his first film, Aleesha, in 2004, which was released at First IFFI in Goa. It was well received, winning the National Award for Best Feature Film in the Regional Category.[5]
He has directed more than 100 short film, ad film's and documentaries for Election Commission, Goa Police and many other corporate entities.[citation needed]
He is also part of Rowing and Sculling Association de Goa recognized by Rowing federation of Association.[2]
Filmography
[edit]Year | Title |
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2003 | It's My Life |
2004 | Aleesha |
2005 | Padri |
2009 | Mareparyant Phashi [6] |
2017 | Martin [7] |
2018 | Planning Devachem [8] |
2020 | Naxalbari (Web Series) |
2023 | Dil Dosti Deewangi |
As a producer
[edit]- Janma (2011)
- Dil Dosti Deewangi (2023) as Co-producer
Television
[edit]- Chum Chum Chanana (DD Goa) (2001)
Other work
[edit]Acharya was appointed as a youth icon for the state of Goa by the Election Commission of India to increase awareness in voters.[9][10] He serves as president of Goa Roll Ball Association since June 2023, and also president of Roll Ball Federation of India since November 2023.
References
[edit]- ^ "Save the Date!". oHeraldo.
- ^ a b c Team, AnimationXpress (29 August 2024). "Exclusive: Goa AVGC-XR Association officially established to boost creative industries -". www.animationxpress.com. Retrieved 2 April 2025.
- ^ "TAPAN ACHARYA: Movies, Photos, Videos, News & Biography | eTimes". timesofindia.indiatimes.com. Retrieved 20 May 2019.
- ^ Reporter, Incredible Goa Staff (26 September 2018). "Tapan Acharya - Small Town Boy Turned Movie Star of Goa".
- ^ "Tapan Acharya Takes The Helm: A New Chapter For Roll Ball In India - Republic Global". 5 December 2023. Retrieved 2 April 2025.
- ^ "Mare Paryant Phashi (2011) - Movie | Reviews, Cast & Release Date in sangli". BookMyShow. Retrieved 2 April 2025.
- ^ "Tapan Acharya: Movies, Photos, Videos, News, Biography & Birthday | Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 2 April 2025.
- ^ "Much-awaited Konkani film 'Planning Devachem' premiered in Goa". www.daijiworld.com. Retrieved 2 April 2025.
- ^ "Action short movie on use of C-vigil app in case of Gift Distribution which is a MCC violation. Directed By State Election Icon Tapan Acharya, #SaveTheDate #GoVote #Goa". Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation.
- ^ "Save the Date! April 23 is the party for democracy". oHeraldo.