Atul Kulkarni is an Indian actor who has won two National Awards and has attained the superstar status in Marathi film industry after successful movies like "Valu" and "Natarang".
Background
Atul was born in Belgaum, a small and beautiful town in Karnataka . His father, a businessman and mothera housewife, later settled in Solapur where he was brought up and educated. His first appearance on stage was in his school, Haribhai Devkaran High School, Solapur. In his first play as a child artiste, he proved his acting talents. During his childhood, Atul used to be very quiet and introvert student. Academically, he was an average student. His parents were always worried about his performance in exams and also about his future.
Education
Due to his disinterest in engineering, he quit the college and came back to Solapur to join D. A. V. College, Solapur which was affiliated to Shivaji University. He completed his graduation in English literature.
Career
Kulkarni's first stint with stage was during his high school days and later during his college days he was actively participating in cultural gatherings. While studying, Atul joined Natya Aradhana, an amateur theatre group from Solapur. Working with this group helped him groom better. After working backstage for two years, finally he got a chance to act. He decided to pursue a career in professional acting.
Atul joined the National School of Drama, New Delhi (1992–1995). His acting skills were given final touches at this institutions which has produced legendary actors of international fame. Atul Kulkarni holds a postgraduate diploma in dramatic arts from National School of Drama, New Delhi. His most successful performance, both commercially and critically was as Gunawant Kagalkar in the Marathi blockbuster Natarang.
He made his debut in Kannada film Bhoomi Geetha in 1997 and has acted in several Tamil films. Atul Kulkarni is acting in a romantic film.In which he is in love with Chak De girl Sagarika Ghatge.His mature love story will be seen in Director Satish Rajwade's Marathi Movie Premachi Gosht.