Actor Jitendra Kumar, best known as Sachiv Ji from the hit web series Panchayat, has carved a unique path from IIT Kharagpur to OTT stardom, earning ₹70,000 per episode and amassing a net worth of ₹7 crore. His inspiring journey from engineering classrooms to the heart of Indian households is a testament to following one’s passion against all odds.
🎭 From Civil Engineering to Stage Lights
- Hailing from a small village in Rajasthan, Jitendra cracked the IIT-JEE and pursued Civil Engineering at IIT Kharagpur
- Discovered his love for acting through the Hindi Technology Dramatics Society
- Met Biswapati Sarkar of TVF during college, which became a turning point in his career
Despite landing a high-paying engineering job, Jitendra chose to follow his heart and entered the world of acting full-time.
📺 Breakthrough with TVF and Panchayat
- Rose to fame with TVF’s Pitchers and later as Jeetu Bhaiya in Kota Factory
- Achieved nationwide recognition with Amazon Prime’s Panchayat, portraying the relatable and grounded Abhishek Tripathi
- Reportedly earned ₹5.6 lakh for Season 3, making him the highest-paid actor on the show
🚗 Luxury Lifestyle, Humble Roots
- Owns a cozy Mumbai home filled with quirky art and vintage charm
- Drives a fleet of luxury cars worth over ₹2.6 crore, including a Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe and BMW X5
- Despite fame, he remains grounded—preferring train travel, minimalist living, and no starry tantrums
💼 Brand Endorsements and Net Worth
- Collaborates with brands like Oswaal Books, Insurance Dekho, and Bingo!, earning ₹3–5 lakh per post
- Current net worth stands at ₹7 crore, with rising demand across OTT platforms and ad campaigns
“He may be Sachiv Ji on screen, but off-screen, Jitendra Kumar is a quiet achiever who let his talent do the talking,” say industry insiders.
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