Pankaj Jha (born 2 February 1970) is an Indian actor, painter, writer and director. His filmography includes Black Friday,', Gulaal, Chameli, Anwar and Matrubhoomi. He is known for his role as Vidhayak ji in Panchayat.
Jha studied acting at the National School of Drama (N.S.D) in Delhi. Upon finishing his training, he relocated to Mumbai to work in the film and television industry.
Jha has held six solo painting exhibitions. He owns an art studio in Pune, Maharashtra.