Early Life:
- Born on May 30, 1955, in Bombay (now Mumbai), Paresh Rawal comes from a Gujarati family.
- He attended Narsee Monjee College of Commerce & Economics in Mumbai.
Personal Life:
- In 1987, he married Swaroop Sampat, a former Miss India and actress. They have two sons, Aditya and Anirudh.
Career:
- Rawal made his acting debut with the 1985 film “Arjun” in a supporting role and later appeared in the TV serial “Bante Bigadte.”
- He gained recognition in the 1986 film “Naam” and appeared in numerous films throughout the 1980s and 1990s, often playing villainous roles.
- Notable early roles include “Andaz Apna Apna” (1994) and “Hera Pheri” (2000), where he portrayed the iconic character Baburao Ganpatrao Apte.
- His performance in “Hera Pheri” earned him the Filmfare Best Comedian Award.
- Rawal continued to excel in comedy and intense supporting roles in films like “Aankhen” (2002), “OMG – Oh My God!” (2012), and “Sanju” (2018).
- He has also been successful in Gujarati plays and television production.
- Appointed as the chief of the National School of Drama in September 2020 by the President of India.
Legacy:
- Rawal’s versatility as an actor and his ability to excel in both comedic and serious roles have earned him widespread acclaim.
- He continues to be a prominent figure in Indian cinema, with upcoming projects including “Hera Pheri 3” and “The Storyteller,” where he will portray Satyajit Ray’s character Tarini Khuro.