Achyut Potdar is an Indian television and movie actor who has appeared in over 125 movies across his career spanning roughly four decades. Playing supporting roles, the actor was seen in movies like Raju Ban Gaya Gentleman, Damini - Lightning, Rishtey, Bhoothnath, and Dabangg 2. However, he is best remembered for his portrayal of a lecturer in Rajkumar Hirani's 3 Idiots.