Pradeep Pandey "Chintu" is an Indian film actor known for his work in Bhojpuri cinema. He was born in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, and is the son of veteran filmmaker Rajkumar R. Pandey, a renowned name in the Bhojpuri film industry. Pradeep made his acting debut in 2009 with the film Deewana, for which he received a Jury Mention Award for his impactful performance. Popularly known as "Chintu" among his fans, he quickly rose to fame with a series of successful films. Some of his notable works include Saat Saheliyan (2010), Lahariya Luta E Rajaji (2010), Bhaiya Ke Sasurari Me (2010), Devra Bada Satawela (2010), Saugandh Ganga Maiya Ke (2012), Truck Driver (2012), Jeena Teri Gali Mein (2013), Nagina (2014), Devra Bhail Deewana (2014), Chhora Ganga Kinare Wala (2015), and Dulaara (2015). In 2024, his film Agnisakshi was promoted at the World Market of the Cannes Film Festival, representing Bhojpuri cinema on an international platform.
