About Me
Akhilesh, based in Melbourne, Australia, migrated a few years ago and has since embarked on an interesting journey. His acting journey started as a kid participating in school plays. His diverse experience encompasses notable achievements such as his debut in Stan Originals “Jones Family Christmas” in 2023 and Red Stitch Theatre’s production of “The Meeting” by Jeff Stetson in 2022, off-camera work in regional language commercial films in India, and starring as lead actor in more than 20 student films in Los Angeles. Akhilesh’s artistic journey extends to his involvement as an ensemble member of “The Academy” and “F**k this, I quit,” esteemed groups regularly performing at “The Improv Conspiracy”, Melbourne. He was selected as the graduate ensemble actor for 2022 by Red Stitch Theatre a coveted position awarded only to one or two actors each year throughout Australia. Akhilesh has also undergone training at Brave Studios under the mentorship of accomplished industry professionals such as Rob Meldrum, Damian Walshe Howling, Ana Kokkinos, Lyndelle Green, Daniela Farinacci, Mark Henessy, Miranda Harcourt and more. Fluent in English, Hindi, Marathi, and Marwari (Rajasthani).
Interesting Details
- Sundance Film Festival 2024, USA
- https://www.stan.com.au/Jones Family Christmas, A Stan Original Film
- Acted in Marathi Film “Gaon Tasa Chanagala”, India
Upcoming Projects
- Akhilesh will be attending the prestigious Victorian College of Arts for the development reading of “The Father and the Assassin”
- Akhilesh and Raj Chopra (a very unique talent with 15 short films under his belt) are coming together for a short film to be shot this month for submission at SF3 Film Festival.
- Clarence Lin Thein and Akhilesh Jain are coming together for a short film project. Currently, the project is in development. Clarence is the writer – director, and Akhilesh is the lead. Clarencelinthein.com
“1+1=3”
Two people who collaborate well will be about three times as effective as each of them operating independently because each will see what the other might miss – plus they can leverage each other’s strengths while holding each other accountable to higher standards–Ray Dalio
Review
The Meeting – Red Stitch Actors Theatre
“It is a wonderfully paced play and the addition of Akkhilesh Jain as Malcom X’s body guard offers levity in what is a tense and thought-provoking story. Jain had the audience laughing out loud with his well-timed quips, and serves as a physical representation of the pawns which Malcom X is fighting to protect in his game of chess.”
“Then we are introduced to his bodyguard (and at times friend) Rashad (Akhilesh Jain). In what remains as a serious play, Rashad does provide some comedic relief at points. From the first scene, it’s apparent there is immediate chemistry between Jain and Christopher Kirby (Malcolm X), the acting is strong from the pair.”
“I also must mention the Australian debut performance of Akhilesh Jain as X’s bodyguard Rashad, which is a welcome injection of humour and personal loyalty that shines a light around some of the darker subject matter.”