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Utkarsh Ambudkar

BIO

Ambudkar is a former VJ for MTV Desi. He appeared in the comedy film Pitch Perfect, as the character Donald, and in the television shows The Mindy Project and The Muppets. He was set to star in the Fox series Eat, Pray, Thug, but the show was not picked up. Ambudkar originated the role of Aaron Burr in the developmental readings of Hamilton. He formerly played Raj on the sitcom Brockmire. He played Jern in the 2019 film Brittany Runs a Marathon.



He played Skatch, a con artist, in a deleted scene of the 2020 Disney live-action remake of Mulan. That same year, he appeared in Disney's Godmothered, and then in the 2021 action comedy Free Guy. In 2020, Ambudkar debuted as the mongoose Chikku in the Disney Junior animated series Mira, Royal Detective. He is currently starring in the CBS supernatural sitcom Ghosts (2021).

He was a member of the musical group "The Beatards." Since 2005, Ambudkar has been a part of hip-hop improv group Freestyle Love Supreme under the name UTK the INC. As part of the group, he participated in the limited television series for Pivot in 2014 and made his Broadway debut in the group's self-titled show on October 2, 2019.

Ambudkar has appeared in several Youtube sketch comedy skits including the comedy groups CollegeHumor and Key & Peele. Ambudkar starred in Force Grey: Giant Hunters (2016) and Force Grey: Lost City of Omu (2017), a Dungeons & Dragons actual play web series with Matthew Mercer as the Dungeon Master, where he played the character Hitch, a rogue with a nefarious past. In 2023, he appeared as a guest player in Critical Role's third campaign, also hosted by Mercer, as the sorcerer Bor'Dor.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2019
Performer


[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Production at Greenwich House Theater, 2019


[Off-Broadway]
Second Stage Theatre Production, 2012


[New York]
Reading, 2005


Movies

Spinning Into Butter
[ 2007 ] Nick
Rocket Science
[ 2007 ] Ram
Last Call
[ 2008 ] Nikh
Northeast
[ 2011 ] Roger
How to Score Your Life
[ 2012 ] Beatards
Pitch Perfect
[ 2012 ] Donald
Million Dollar Arm
[ 2014 ] writer
Freaks of Nature
[ 2015 ] Parminder
Ride Along 2
[ 2016 ] Amir
Barbershop: The Next Cut
[ 2016 ] Raja
Basmati Blues
[ 2017 ] Rajit
Game Over, Man!
[ 2018 ] Bae Awadi
Blindspotting
[ 2018 ] Rin
Brittany Runs a Marathon
[ 2019 ] Jern
Godmothered
[ 2020 ] Grant
The Broken Hearts Gallery
[ 2020 ] Max Vora
Mulan
[ 2020 ] Skatch
Free Guy
[ 2021 ] Mouser
Tom & Jerry
[ 2021 ] Real Estate Rat
tick, tick... BOOM!
[ 2021 ] Todd
Marry Me
[ 2022 ] Coach Manny
The Ice Age Adventures of Buck Wild
[ 2022 ] Orson
World's Best
[ 2023 ] Suresh
The Book of Jobs
[ 2024 ] Mr. Shine
My Dead Friend Zoe
[ 2024 ] Alex

TV Shows

Force Grey
Hitch
Ghosts
Jay Arondekar, Jay
Mira, Royal Detective
Chikku, Uncle, Engineer
Never Have I Ever
Manish Kulkarni
The Mindy Project
Rishi Lahiri
Avatar: The Last Airbender
King Bumi
Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur
[ 2023-2024 ] Anand
Ghosts
[ 2021-2025 ] Jay Arondekar
Superkitties
[ 2023-2025 ] Champster Glamster (voice)
Wayne Brady's What If with Jonathan Mangum
[ 2025-2025 ] Utkarsh
Ghosts
[ 2021-2025 ] Jay Arondekar
Running Point
[ 2025-2025 ] Malkeet Dasari
Critical Role Abridged
[ 2024-2025 ] Bor'Dor Dog'Son

Awards and Nominations

The Lortels - 2009 - Outstanding Featured Actor

Utkarsh Ambudkar, Animals Out of Paper

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News


All-American Cast Will Lead OPERATION MINCEMEAT on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026

Tony and Olivier Award-winning Operation Mincemeat announced that an all-American cast will lead the British-made musical for the first time ever. Learn more and meet the cast here!
Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis' WARRIORS Begins Casting for NYC Work Session
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2025

The WARRIORS are officially gearing up for battle- this time onstage. Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis’s hit concept album is officially moving forward as casting begins for a 2026 NYC developmental workshop.
Photos: Matt Bomer, Utkarsh Ambudkar and More at BACKSTAGE AT THE GEFFEN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2025

Geffen Playhouse raised vital funds for the theater’s education, community engagement and artistic initiatives at its signature Backstage at the Geffen annual fundraiser. See photos!
Lilly Singh's DOIN' IT Acquired by Aura Entertainment; Sets U.S. Release Date
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 26, 2025

Aura Entertainment has acquired the fearless and laugh-out-loud sex-ed comedy Doin’ It, produced and co-written by its star Lilly Singh in her first leading feature film role.
Video: Auli'i Cravalho Discusses Themes of Self-Acceptance in LULU IS A RHINOCEROS on CBS
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 4, 2025

Lulu Is a Rhinoceros, the new animated musical special starring Auli'i Cravalho, is now on Apple TV+. To discuss the project, the performer recently visited CBS Mornings, opening up about what drew her to the character of Lulu, the themes of the special, and more. Watch the interview now!
The Best Tony Awards Fashions of the 2020s
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2025

Let’s take a look back at some of the most unforgettable looks that turned the Tony Awards into a true fashion spectacle. Check out photos of all of our favorite Tony Awards fashions of the 2020s!
Video Exclusive: Alex Newell and Auli’i Cravalho 'Start the Day' on LULU IS A RHINOCEROS
by A.A. Cristi - May 29, 2025

Check out an exclusive new clip from Lulu Is a Rhinoceros, the upcoming musical special based on the children’s book by Jason and Allison Flom. The newly released clip features the upbeat ensemble number “Start the Day,” performed by Alex Newell and Auli’i Cravalho.
Exclusive: Auli’i Cravalho Talks Bringing Lulu to Life in New Musical Special
by Josh Sharpe - May 27, 2025

Auli’i Cravalho is starring in the new musical special Lulu Is a Rhinoceros, and BroadwayWorld caught up with the performer to discuss its important themes, her love of voice acting, and what's next.
Video: Auliʻi Cravalho Performs 'Good Morning, Beautiful You' in LULU IS A RHINOCEROS Clip
by Josh Sharpe - May 23, 2025

Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from the all-new family musical special, Lulu Is a Rhinoceros, featuring Auliʻi Cravalho as Lulu. Watch it now!
Video: Watch the Trailer for LULU IS A RHINOCEROS Feat. Auli’i Cravalho & More
by Josh Sharpe - May 15, 2025

Apple has just released the trailer for Lulu Is a Rhinoceros, the new musical special featuring Broadway alums Auli’i Cravalho, Alex Newell, Dulé Hill, and Utkarsh Ambudkar. Watch it now!
Phillipa Soo, Christopher Jackson & More Will Honor Lin-Manuel Miranda at Town Hall
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 21, 2025

The Town Hall just announced an expanding roster of legendary artists for its inaugural Spring Shout benefit concert honoring Lin-Manuel Miranda, taking place Monday, May 19. We have the full lineup here!
Auli’i Cravalho, Alex Newell, & More to Star in Apple TV+ Kids Special LULU IS A RHINOCEROS
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 16, 2025

Broadway alums Auli’i Cravalho, Alex Newell, Dulé Hill, and Utkarsh Ambudkar are lending their voices to an all-new family musical special for kids from Apple TV+, Lulu Is a Rhinoceros.
44th College Television Awards Winners Unveiled
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 8, 2025

The Television Academy Foundation has unveiled the 44th College Television Awards winners, which recognize and reward excellence in student-produced programs from colleges nationwide.
Freestyle Love Supreme Adds Performance At The Gramercy Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2025

Due to popular demand, Freestyle Love Supreme has added a late-night performance at the Gramercy Theatre. Learn more about the upcoming performances here!
THE WHITE LOTUS, ABBOTT ELEMENTARY And OUTER BANKS STARS Among Presenters For 44th College Television Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2025

The Television Academy Foundation has announced celebrity presenters for the 44th College Television Awards. The awards ceremony, celebrating the best in student-produced television programs from colleges and universities nationwide, will be held Saturday, April 5, at the Television Academy's Saban Media Center in North Hollywood, California.
James Monroe Iglehart, Christopher Jackson and Utkarsh Ambudkar to Join FREESTYLE LOVE SUPREME Shows
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2025

Freestyle Love Supreme will welcome Tony Award Winner James Monroe Iglehart and Grammy Award Winner and Tony Nominee Christopher Jackson and actor, rapper and singer Utkarsh Ambudkar to be featured on the mic at their upcoming shows. Learn more!
Elton John's Academy Award Viewing Party Raises Over $8.6 Million
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 3, 2025

Last night, the Elton John AIDS Foundation hosted its 33rd Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards® Viewing Party, raising over $8.6 million in support of the Foundation’s mission to end AIDS. 
SHOGUN, ANORA & More Win 2025 Writers Guild Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 16, 2025

Writers Guild of America West (WGAW) and Writers Guild of America East (WGAE) announced the winners of the 2025 Writers Guild Awards for outstanding achievement in writing for film, television, streaming, news, radio/audio, and promotional categories during concurrent ceremonies.
Meet the Cast of OPERATION MINCEMEAT, Now in Previews on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Feb 15, 2025

The acclaimed new musical Operation Mincemeat, which took the West End by storm in 2023, is coming to Broadway, starring the original London cast. Previews begin tonight, February 15, at the John Golden Theatre. Meet the cast here!
Full Cast and Creative Team Set For OPERATION MINCEMEAT
by Stephi Wild - Feb 3, 2025

Discover the full cast and creative team for Broadway's 'Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical,' premiering February 15 at the Golden Theatre. This award-winning show, directed by Robert Hastie, features original West End performers and a star-studded creative team. Learn more about its journey from London to New York.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Utkarsh Ambudkar been in?

Utkarsh Ambudkar has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Utkarsh Ambudkar been in?

Utkarsh Ambudkar has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Utkarsh Ambudkar been nominated for?

and Outstanding Featured Actor (The Lortels) for Animals Out of Paper.

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