“I think whatever amount a producer invests in me... whether it is a huge amount or not, it is a big budget for me because if an artiste can do a stand-alone small-budget film and it goes well, then he can also carry a big-budget film in a good way.”

Indian actor in Hindi cinema and television

Sanjay Mishra is an Indian actor working mainly in Hindi cinema and television. He is known for a career that has brought him repeated critical recognition, including two Filmfare Critics Awards for Best Actor and a National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor. He won the Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actor for Ankhon Dekhi in 2015 and for Vadh in 2022. He also received the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor for Bhakshak, released in 2024. His recognition comes from performances rather than any single role, with awards pointing to a sustained presence in film and television.