Birth Date:30 May 1955
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Paresh Rawal Biography: From the Stages of Mumbai to the Halls of Parliament!
From a terrifying villain in the 80s to the undisputed king of comedy in the 2000s, Paresh Rawal is a living masterclass in acting. With a career spanning over four decades and 240+ films, he is one of the few actors who can seamlessly transition between intense Method acting and pitch-perfect slapstick.
Paresh Rawal Biography: From Theatre to the Parliament
Paresh Rawal was born on May 30, 1955, in Mumbai, Maharashtra. A Gujarati by birth, his journey began on the intense stages of Gujarati theatre, where his craft was honed long before he ever faced a film camera.
Personal Profile:
• Full Name: Paresh Rawal
• Date of Birth: May 30, 1955
• Education: Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics, Mumbai.
• Family: Married to Swaroop Sampat (Miss India 1979 and an acclaimed actress/educator). They have two sons, Aditya and Aniruddh. His son Aditya Rawal is also a rising actor and writer.
• Political Career: Served as a Member of Parliament (MP) from the Ahmedabad East constituency (2014–2019) for the BJP.
• Chairman of NSD: In 2020, he was appointed as the Chairman of the National School of Drama (NSD), a role he used to modernize theatre education in India through 2024-2025.
Filmography: The Evolution of a Legend
Paresh Rawal’s filmography is a masterclass in range. He has played everything from a cold-blooded murderer to a common man struggling against the system.
The Villainous Era (1980s–1990s)
• Arjun (1985): His breakthrough role as a supporting antagonist.
• Naam (1986): Established him as a formidable villain in mainstream Bollywood.
• Sir (1993): Won the Filmfare Best Villain Award for his chilling performance as Velji.
The Comedic Revolution & Cult Classics
• Hera Pheri (2000): His portrayal of Baburao changed Indian comedy forever. It earned him the Filmfare Best Comedian Award and created a pop-culture phenomenon that persists in 2026.
• Andaz Apna Apna (1994): Played the dual roles of Teja and Ram Gopal Bajaj, delivering some of the most quoted lines in Hindi cinema.
• Hungama (2003) & Hulchul (2004): Became the face of Priyadarshan’s golden era of situational comedies.
Critical Acclaim & Biopics
• Woh Chokri (1994): Won the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor.
• OMG – Oh My God! (2012): As Kanji Lalji Mehta, he carried a social satire that challenged religious dogmas, winning global acclaim.
• Sanju (2018): Delivered a soulful performance as Sunil Dutt.
• The Sabarmati Report (2024): A gritty role that showcased his return to intense drama.
2025–2026: The "Baburao" Comeback
• Hera Pheri Reborn (August 2026): Paresh Rawal reprises his role as Baburao alongside Akshay Kumar and Suniel Shetty. Early reviews of his performance suggest a "vintage Baburao" return with updated 2026 humor.
• Welcome To The Jungle (June 26, 2026): He joins a massive ensemble cast for this action-comedy, which is expected to be one of the highest-grossing films of the year.
Awards & Major Honors
• Padma Shri (2014): India's fourth-highest civilian award for his contribution to the arts.
• National Film Award (1994): Best Supporting Actor for Woh Chokri and Sir.
• Filmfare Awards: Multiple wins including Best Comedian (Hera Pheri, Aankhen) and Best Villain (Sir).
Quick Highlights
• Debut Film: Holi (1984).
• Most Iconic Character: Baburao Ganpatrao Apte.
• 2026 Blockbusters: Welcome To The Jungle and Hera Pheri Reborn.
• Key Role: Chairman of National School of Drama (NSD).
Paresh Rawal's films' availability: You can watch Paresh Rawal's films on B4U Movies Channels of India, UK, USA, Canada, and UAE. You can check country-specific schedule pages here.
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