Paresh Rawal
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| Born | 30 May 1950 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Alma mater | NM College |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, Television producer |
| Years active | 1984 - present |
| Spouse | Swaroop Sampat |
| Children | Aditya Aniruddh |
Paresh Rawal (Gujarati: પરેશ રાવલ) (born 30 May 1950)[2] is an Indian Hindi film actor of Gujarati background.
He made his debut in the film industry in 1984 played supporting and villain roles throughout the 1980s and 1990s. Since 2000, he has started playing comic roles and has succeeded in it.
Family and early life
Paresh was born in Mumbai ,[1] India. He is married to Swaroop Sampat, an actress and winner of the Miss India contest in 1979. Paresh and Swaroop have two sons: Aditya and Aniruddh. Paresh Rawal is an alumnus from Narsee Monjee College of Commerce & Economics, Vile Parle, Mumbai.[3]
Career
Rawal made his debut with the 1984 film Holi in a bit role but it was in the 1986 blockbuster Naam which established him as an actor. He then appeared in over 100 films throughout the 1980s and 1990s. Paresh Rawal's biggest hit was Hera Pheri.
Before he attained national recognition, in 1991 Rawal achieved recognition and adulation for his role of a bank robber in Kshana Kshanam. His quirky accent and mannerisms made him an instant hit. He acted in quite a few Telugu films by the RGV school of direction like Money and Govinda Govinda.
In 1994, he won the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performances in the films Woh Chokri and Sir.[4] For the latter, he also received his first Filmfare Award for Best Comedian. This was followed by Ketan Mehta's Sardar, which saw him playing the lead role of freedom fighter Vallabhbhai Patel, a role that got him national and international acclaim.[4] He followed it with the film Tamanna (1996), in which he played the role of a hijra (person of "third" gender, typically male transgender) who raises an orphaned girl, played by Pooja Bhatt.[4]
In 2000, Rawal played a dim-witted, boisterous, and kind-hearted Marathi landlord Baburao Ganpatrao Apte in the film Hera Pheri, who takes in Raju (Akshay Kumar) and Shyam (Sunil Shetty) as paying guests in his house. Rawal's acting was a key reason for the major nationwide success the film received.[5] For his performance, he won the Filmfare Best Comedian Award. Apart from doing comedy roles he played negative roles in King Uncle, Kabzaa, Ram Lakhan, Daud, Baazi etc. He reprised his role as Baburao in the sequel to the film, Phir Hera Pheri (2006), which was also successful.[4]
In 2002, Rawal portrayed one of three blind bank robbers in the hit film Aankhen. Rawal has since played many comedy roles in successful films including Awara Paagal Deewana (2002), Garam Masala (2005), Deewane Huye Paagal (2005), Malamaal Weekly (2006), Golmaal: Fun Unlimited (2006), Hulchul (2004), Chup Chup Ke (2006), Bhagam Bhag (2006), Shankar Dada MBBS, Bhool Bhulaiyaa, Welcome, Mere Baap Pehle Aap (2008) and De Dana Dan (2009).[4] In 2010, Rawal acted in the movie Aakrosh based on honour killing.[6] In 2012 Paresh Rawal played the lead role in the movie Oh My God along with Akshay Kumar. He also have had a very successful acting career in Gujarati plays, the latest hit being "Dear Father" (Gujarati).
Paresh Rawal has produced several Hindi soaps including Zee TV's Teen Bahuraaniyaan, Sahara One's Main Aisi Kyunn Hoon and Colors' Laagi Tujhse Lagan.[7]
Awards
- 1994: Won: National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor for Woh Chokri & Sir
- 1993: Won: Filmfare Best Villain Award for Sir
- 1995: Nominated: Filmfare Best Villain Award
- 1996: Nominated: Filmfare Best Supporting Actor Award- Raja
- 2001: Won: Filmfare Best Comedian Award for Hera Pheri
- 2003: Won: Filmfare Best Comedian Award for Awara Paagal Deewana
- 1996: Won: Star Screen Award Best Supporting Actor for Raja
- 2001: Won: Star Screen Award for Best Comedian for Hera Pheri
- 2003: Won: Star Screen Award for Best Comedian for Awara Paagal Deewana
- 2001: Won: IIFA Best Comedian Award for Hera Pheri
- Apsara Awards
- 2012: Nominated: Apsara Award for Best Performance in Comic Role for Ready
He also acted in few of a Doordarshan serials during 1984 and 1988. His first serial was with Reeta Bhaduri Called Bante Bighadte in the year 1984/85 and Chunauti- a serial based on college campus.
Filmography
| Year | Film | Character | Notes |
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| 1984 | Hifazat-Life in Danger | Major Khatib Sheikh | |
| Dushmanon Ka Dushman | |||
| Holi | |||
| 1985 | Lorie | Prosecuting Attorney | |
| Arjun | Annu Bhai | ||
| 1986 | Bhagwan Dada | Inspector Vijay | |
| Naam | Rana | ||
| Samundar | Hansukh | ||
| 1987 | Mirch Masala | Villager | |
| Dacait | Vishnu Pandey (Thanedar) | ||
| Marte Dam Tak | Inspector Khanna | ||
| Uttar Dakshin | |||
| 1988 | Kharidaar | ||
| Kabzaa | Veljibhai Soda | ||
| Falak | Narang | ||
| Khatron Ke Khiladi | Truck Company Owner | ||
| Aakhri Adalat | Girja Shankar | ||
| Sone Pe Suhaga | Tejaa | ||
| 1989 | Vardi | Rudra | |
| Ram Lakhan | Bhanu Nath | ||
| Hathyaar | Tamil Gangster | ||
| Taaqatwar | Ganguram Tulsiram (Gangiya) | ||
| 1990 | Kafila | ||
| Awaargi | Bhau | ||
| Krodh | Avasthi | ||
| Swarg | Dhanraj | ||
| Gunahon Ka Devta | Advocate Khanna | ||
| Zakhmi Zameen | Malhotrmeau
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| Hairaan | Hindi version | ||
| 1991 | Kshana Kshanam | Nayar (Mastan) | Telugu Film |
| Saathi | Pasha | ||
| Haque | Shiva (Swami's Brother) | ||
| Baharon Ki Manzil | |||
| Do Pal | |||
| Gunhegar Kaun | |||
| Yodha | Chagganlal | ||
| Fateh | |||
| Ayee Milan Ki Raat | |||
| Prem Qaidi | |||
| Izzat | |||
| Pratikaar | Sajhan Srivastav | ||
| Shankara | Diwanji | ||
| 1992 | Tilak | ||
| Lambu Dada | |||
| Daulat Ki Jung | Haribhai | ||
| Karm Yoddha | Inspector Deshmukh | ||
| Adharm | Raghunath Verma | ||
| Virodhi | Badrinath Pandey | ||
| Police Officer | |||
| Zulm Ki Hukumat | |||
| Jeena Marna Tere Sang | |||
| Dushman Zamana | |||
| Jigar | Lal Behari | ||
| 1993 | Maya Memsaab | Lalaji | |
| Yugandhar | |||
| Pehla Nasha | Inspector Mazumdar | ||
| King Uncle | Pratap | ||
| Phool Aur Angaar | |||
| Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja | Girdharilal | ||
| Platform | Shetty Mudaliar, Shani Avatar |
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| Damini | Mr. Bajaj | ||
| Dil Ki Baazi | Santosh Kumar, Bhogilal |
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| Muqabla | Minister Jaganath Mishra | ||
| Kayda Kanoon | Kalika Prasad | ||
| Krishan Avtar | |||
| Sir | Veljibhai | ||
| Aadmi | |||
| Parwane | |||
| Shatranj | |||
| 1994 | Aag Aur Chingari | ||
| Sardar | Sardar Patel | ||
| Dilwale | Mama Thakur | ||
| Milan | Inspector Kotak | ||
| Laadla | |||
| Andaz Apna Apna | Ram Gopal Bajaj, Shyam Gopal Bajaj (Teja) |
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| Aa Gale Lag Jaa | |||
| Anth | Dabla, The Don | ||
| Ekka Raja Rani | Nageshwar Rao | ||
| Mohra | Kashinath Sahu | ||
| Juaari | |||
| Krantiveer | Laxmidas Dayal (Slum Landlord) | ||
| The Gentleman | |||
| 1995 | Nishana | ||
| Vartman | |||
| Rikshavodu | Telugu Film | ||
| Ab To Jeene Do | |||
| Baazi | Deputy CM Chaturvedi alias Chaubey | ||
| Janam Kundli | Wong-Li | ||
| Raja | Brijnath Patangwala (Birju) | ||
| Sanjay | Ranvir Singh | ||
| Akele Hum Akele Tum | Advocate Bhujbal | Friendly Appearance | |
| 1996 | Vijeta | Vidhya Sagar | |
| Bandish | |||
| Nirbhay | |||
| Hahakar | |||
| Rangbaaz | |||
| 1997 | Aar Ya Paar | Inspector Khan | |
| Hero No. 1 | Dinanath | ||
| Auzaar | Mr. Thakur (Yash's Dad) | ||
| Judaai | Hasmukhlal | ||
| Tamanna | Tiku | ||
| Mrityudaata | T.T. | ||
| Zameer: The Awakening of a Soul | Raja Gajraj Singh | ||
| Mahaanta | Nanu Bhai Chatewala | ||
| Insaaf | Chiman Bhai | ||
| Gupt: The Hidden Truth | Ishwar Diwan | ||
| Daud | Pinky | ||
| Mr. and Mrs. Khiladi | Pratap (Shalu's Uncle) | ||
| Ghulam-E-Mustafa | Shanta Prasad/Abba | ||
| Qahar | Velji Patel | ||
| Chachi 420 | Hariharan/Haribhai | ||
| 1998 | Badmaash | Lalu Seth | |
| Kabhi Na Kabhi | Kachra Seth | ||
| Dandnayak | Bankhelal Chaurasia | ||
| Achanak | Saagar Srivastav | ||
| Satya | Com. Amod Shukla | ||
| Angaaray | Jaggu Lokhande | ||
| Barood | |||
| Bade Miyan Chote Miyan | Zorawar Bhai | ||
| Hero Hindustani | Dadaji/ Purshotam Harnam Agarwal |
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| China Gate | Inspector Barot | ||
| Kudrat | Sukhiram | ||
| 1999 | Aa Ab Laut Chalen | PC Jack Patel | |
| Bade Dilwala | |||
| Aarzoo | Kailashnath | ||
| Haseena Maan Jaayegi | Bhootnath | ||
| Hum Tum Pe Marte Hain | Shiv Kumar | ||
| Vaastav: The Reality | Suleiman Bhai | ||
| Gair | Jagat Mama | ||
| Khubsoorat | Jogia Seth (Gangster) | Special Appearance | |
| 2000 | Hadh Kar Di Aapne | Kailash Patel | |
| Tera Jadoo Chal Gayaa | Gaffoor Bhai | ||
| Bulandi | Gora Thakur | ||
| Dulhan Hum Le Jayenge | Prabhu Nath | ||
| Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani | Mohan Joshi | ||
| Hera Pheri | Baburao Ganpatrao Apte | ||
| Har Dil Jo Pyar Karega | Govardhan (Jahnvi's Father) | ||
| Deewane | Lekhraj (Vishal's Uncle) | ||
| Shikari | Guest Appearance | ||
| 2001 | Love Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega | Narrator | |
| Nayak | Bansal | ||
| Yeh Teraa Ghar Yeh Meraa Ghar | Inspector O.P. Yadav | ||
| Moksha | Uncle Sharan "Mamaji" | ||
| 2002 | American Chai | Sureel's Dad | |
| Aankhen | Iliyaas | ||
| Hum Kisi Se Kum Nahin | Commissioner | ||
| Awara Paagal Deewana | Manilal | ||
| Chor Machaaye Shor | ACP Ranvir Singh/ Raghuswami |
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| Kehta Hai Dil Baar Baar | Roger Patel | ||
| 2003 | Dil Ka Rishta | Jai's Father | |
| Pyasa Jism | |||
| Hungama | Radheshyam Tiwari | ||
| Baghban | Hemant Patel | ||
| Jodi Kya Banayi Wah Wah Ramji | Ramprasad | ||
| Aanch | Jawahar Pandit | ||
| Fun 2shh: Dudes In the 10th Century | John D'Souza | ||
| 2004 | Aan: Men at Work | Karim Khaled Ansari (Constable) | |
| Shankar Dada MBBS | Dr. Rama Lingeswara Rao "Lingam Mama" |
Telugu film | |
| Aitraaz | Advocate Patel | ||
| Hulchul | Kishen "Murari" | ||
| 2005 | Bachke Rehna Re Baba | Monty Bagga | |
| Garam Masala | Mambo | ||
| Deewane Huye Paagal | Tommy | ||
| 2006 | Malamaal Weekly | Lilaram | |
| 36 China Town | Natwarlal | ||
| Phir Hera Pheri | Baburao Ganpatrao Apte | ||
| Chup Chup Ke | Gundya | ||
| Jaane Hoga Kya | Dr. Krishnan | ||
| Golmaal: Fun Unlimited | Somnath | ||
| Yun Hota Toh Kya Hota | Rajubhai Patel | ||
| Bhagam Bhag | Champak Chaturvedi | ||
| Familywala | |||
| 2007 | Hat Trick | Hemu Patel | |
| Fool & Final | Choubey | ||
| Cheeni Kum | Omprakash Verma | ||
| Good Boy, Bad Boy | Principal Diwan Chand Awasthi | ||
| Bhool Bhulaiyaa | Batuk Shankar | ||
| No Smoking | Baba Bengali Sealdahwale | ||
| Welcome | Dr. Ghungroo | ||
| 2008 | One Two Three | Laxmi Narayan | |
| Mere Baap Pehle Aap | Janardhan Vishvambhar Rane | ||
| Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na | Inspector Waghmare | ||
| Mumbai Meri Jaan | Tukaram Patil | ||
| Maan Gaye Mughal-e-Azam | Uday Shankar Mazumdar | ||
| Maharathi | Subhash | ||
| Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye! | Lucky's Father/Gogi Arora/ Dr. B. D. Handa | ||
| 2009 | Classmates | ||
| De Dana Dan | Harbans Chadda | ||
| Dhoondte Reh Jaoge | Raj Chopra | ||
| Radio | Jhandu Lal Tyagi | ||
| Paa | Mr. Aarte | ||
| Road to Sangam | Hasmat Ullah | ||
| Firaaq | Sanjay | ||
| Tum Mere Ho (2009) | |||
| 2010 | Rann | Mohan Pandey | |
| Atithi Tum Kab Jaoge? | Lambodar Chacha | ||
| Aakrosh | Ajatshatru Singh | ||
| No Problem | Zandulal | ||
| Rang Rasiya | Govardhan Das | Colors Of Passion, in English | |
| 2011 | Theenmaar | Senapathi | Telugu Film |
| Ready | Balidaan Bhardwaj | ||
| 2012 | Tezz | ||
| Ferrari Ki Sawaari | D.N.Dharmadhikari | Guest appearance | |
| OMG: Oh My God! | Kanjibhai | ||
| Kamaal Dhamaal Malamaal | Peter | ||
| Khiladi 786 | Narrator | ||
| 2013 | Table No. 21 | Mr. Khan | |
| Zilla Ghaziabad | Brahampal Singh Choudhary | ||
| Kusar Prasad Ka Bhoot | Under Production | ||
| Himmatwala | |||
| Rabba Main Kya Karoon |
References
- ^ a b Asira Tarannum, TNN Aug 2, 2011, 03.14pm IST. (2 August 2011). "'Star kids are not good actors' - Times Of India". Articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com. Retrieved 1 January 2013.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ "Paresh Rawal Actor,Paresh Rawal Profile,Paresh Rawal Movies,Paresh Rawal Wallpapers,Paresh Rawal Photo Gallery". Surfindia.com. 30 May 1950. Retrieved 26 September 2012.
- ^ "UMANG 2010, Inter-Collegiate Culture Festival, Narsee Monjee college".
- ^ a b c d e "Paresh Rawal". Yahoo.com Won 2 national awards for Woh Chokri & Sir. Retrieved 20 April 2008.[dead link]
- ^ "Box Office 2000". BoxOfficeIndia.Com. Retrieved 20 April 2008.
- ^ "'Honour killing is a dishonour to any society'". movies.rediff.com. Retrieved 22 October 2010.
- ^ "Best from Paresh Rawal has yet to come".
External links
- Paresh Rawal at IMDb
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