Chandraprakash Dwivedi Biography: Wife, Age, Parents, Net Worth, Children, Height, Movies, TV Shows

Chandraprakash Dwivedi, also known as Chandra Prakash Dwivedi, is a distinguished Indian actor, film director, screenwriter, and physician.

He is best known for creating, directing, and starring in the iconic television series Chanakya, which brought ancient Indian political wisdom to millions.

His works blend historical depth, literature, and contemporary issues, earning him the Padma Shri award and a revered place in Indian cultural storytelling.

Chandraprakash Dwivedi
Wiki Facts & About Data
Name:	Chandraprakash Dwivedi
Born:	February 26, 1960 (age 66 years old)
Place of Birth:	Dodua, Sirohi, Rajasthan, India
Nationality:	Indian
Ethnicity:	Indian
Height:	166 cm
Religion:	Hinduism
Parents:	Mr and Mrs Dwivedi
Siblings:	Prakash Dwivedi
Spouse:	Mandira Dwivedi
Relationship:	Married
Children:	Nayanika Dwivedi
Occupation:	Actor, Director, Screenwriter, Physician
Net Worth:	$8 million

Early Life and Education

Chandraprakash Dwivedi was born on February 26, 1960, in Dodua village, Sirohi district, Rajasthan, India, to Mr and Mrs Dwivedi.

He grew up in a rural setting that fostered his deep interest in Indian history, literature, and culture. His ethnicity is Indian.

He grew up with one brother named Prakash Dwivedi. His religion is Hinduism. He qualified as a medical doctor with an MBBS degree but left the profession to pursue theatre, literature, and filmmaking driven by his passion for Indian epics and storytelling traditions.

Career

Chandraprakash Dwivedi transitioned from medicine to the arts, beginning with theatre before creating the landmark 1991 Doordarshan series Chanakya, where he wrote, directed, and portrayed the title role of the ancient strategist.

He followed Mrityunjay on Karna from the Mahabharata. His film directorial debut, Pinjar (2003), based on Amrita Pritam’s novel, earned critical acclaim and awards.

Other notable works include Upanishad Ganga, Zed Plus, Mohalla Assi, Samrat Prithviraj, and contributions to OMG 2 and Ram Setu.

He has served in programming roles at Zee TV and continues to produce content that educates and inspires through historical and social narratives, while mentoring in cultural and educational initiatives.

Awards and Nominations

• Padma Shri (2022)
• Screen Videocon Best Director Award for Mrityunjay
• Cultural Catalyst Award by South Asian Cinema Foundation
• Recognition for Chanakya and Pinjar

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @chandraprakashdwivediofficial
• YouTube Channel: Related interviews and content
• LinkedIn: Chandraprakash Dwivedi

Personal life

Chandraprakash Dwivedi, 66, is married to Mandira Dwivedi, who serves as the Managing Director of Wisdom Tree Productions. The couple shares a strong creative partnership and has one child, Nayanika Dwivedi.

They balance family life with his ongoing work in filmmaking and cultural education. No other past relationships are prominently documented publicly. His height is 166 cm.

Net worth

Chandraprakash Dwivedi’s net worth is estimated at around 8 million USD.

His income primarily comes from directing, screenwriting, and acting in television series and films.

Additional revenue stems from production through Wisdom Tree Productions, awards recognition, royalties from iconic works like Chanakya, and contributions to major Bollywood projects.

Filmography

• Chanakya (1991) – Director, writer, actor (title role)
• Mrityunjay (1996) – Director, writer
• Pinjar (2003) – Director, writer
• Upanishad Ganga (2012) – Director, writer
• Zed Plus (2014)
• Mohalla Assi (2018)
• Samrat Prithviraj (2022) – Writer, director
• OMG 2 (2023) – Actor
• Ram Setu (2022) – Actor