As of 2025, Pankaj Jha’s net worth is estimated at $17.5 million (₹140 crore approx), attributed to his multifaceted career as an actor, painter, writer and director. He debuted in films with *Monsoon Wedding* (2001) and is widely recognized for his role as MLA Chandu in *Panchayat*. A trained artist from NSD Delhi, he continues to exhibit paintings and run a Pune studio. He takes home ₹1–5 million per project and holds real estate in Pune and Mumbai.
Lesser Known Facts
He held six solo painting exhibitions and owns a studio in Pune.
Initially offered the role of Sultan in *Gangs of Wasseypur* before it went to Pankaj Tripathi.
Worked as newspaper illustrator and street theatre performer before films.