Ashutoshkumar Jha
Acting
Biography
Ashutosh Kumar Jha, known professionally as AJ, is an actor recognised for his commanding screen presence and versatile work across UK independent cinema. Trained in screen and theatre acting at Birmingham Theatre School, he specialises in method acting and immersive character transformation. AJ is SPACT Firearms trained and has taken on roles across gritty urban dramas, psychological thrillers, action projects, and experimental films, including recent work in The Delivery Boys and various festival-bound productions. Based in Manchester and fully flexible, AJ is happy to travel for work and is a confident driver. He continues to establish himself as a dynamic performer dedicated to authenticity, intensity, and powerful storytelling.
Known For
A modern re-imagining of the fable of the same name. Three brothers leave their ailing sister in the company of a devout and honourable figure as they are guided by an ambiguous stranger through treacherous terrain in search of a remedy.
The Fall of Barsisa
A homeless veteran discovers his sister's killer is back on the streets after being released from prison earlier than expected, sending him on a downward spiral of vengeance.