Ajay Banks

Ajay Banks

Personal Details

Biography

Ajay Banks is a multifaceted individual who has established himself as a talented actor, writer, and producer, with a career spanning over a decade in the film and television industry.

Throughout his extensive journey, Ajay has appeared in a diverse range of projects, including the Nickelodeon movie musical Monster High, the Lifetime movie The Pregnancy Scheme, and the Netflix series Snowpiercer, showcasing his versatility and adaptability as an actor.

In addition to his on-screen work, Ajay has been featured in numerous advertising campaigns for prominent brands such as Omegamart, Jack Links Beef Jerky, Snickers, Best Buy Canada, Smirnoff, Lululemon, Coffee Mate Canada, and Door Dash, further solidifying his presence in the entertainment industry.

To hone his craft, Ajay spent five years training at various schools and venues in and around Melbourne, Australia, earning him the prestigious Top Class Drama award in 2008.

In 2015, Ajay traveled to Los Angeles, California, where he attended classes at the renowned Stella Adler Academy of Acting & Theatre, The Groundlings Theatre School, and The New York Film Academy, expanding his knowledge and skills as an actor.

In 2015, Ajay starred in the comedy web series 'The Happiness Curve', which won 'Best Ensemble' at the 2016 LA Web Fest. He also wrote, produced, and starred in the short film 'Always', which premiered at The New Renaissance Film Festival in Amsterdam in March 2017. Ajay received the award for 'Best Actor in an LGBT Short' for his work, and the film was later awarded the 'Audience Choice' for best short film at the 'Perth International Queer Film Festival' in 2017.

In 2018, 'Always' was made available to stream online at OutTV Go in Canada. Ajay also created, produced, directed, and starred in 'The Realists', a Queer Comedy-Drama mini series, which was an official selection for 'The London International Web and Short Film Festival' for 'Best LGBTQ+ Short/Series' in 2022.

In 2017, Ajay relocated to Vancouver, Canada, marking a new chapter in his life and career.

Career

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2018