Paresh Rawal Biography

Birth Name: Paresh Rawal
Making his film debut in 1984, he mainly played supporting and villain roles throughout the 1980s and 1990s. Since 2000 Paresh Rawal has mostly played comic roles.
Date of Birth: 30 May 1950
Biography:
Paresh Rawal made his debut in 1984 with the film ‘Holi’. After which, he mainly played supporting or negative roles throughout the 1980s and 1990s. In the year 2000 he started playing comic characters and now he is mostly seen portraying comic roles. By far Paresh Rawal's biggest hit was Hera Pheri.

In 1994, he won the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performances in the films Woh Chokri and Sir. For the latter, he also received his first Filmfare Award for Best Comedian.

In his most successful movie, Hera Pheri, Paresh Rawal played the role of a kind-hearted, dim-witted Marathi landlord, Baburao Ganpatrao Apte. He shared screen space with Suniel Shetty and Akshay Kumar in the movie. He acted so well in the movie that the others were pushed at the backburner and he grabbed all the limelight. He played the same role in the sequel of the movie, Phir Hera Pheri.

Some of his memorable performances are from the movie, Aankhen, Awara Paagal Deewana, Malamaal Weekly, Golmaal, Bhool Bhulaiya, Welcome and De Dana Dan. Paresh Rawal also produced several Hindi soaps including Zee TV's Teen Bahuraaniyaan, Sahara One's Main Aisi Kyunn Hoon and "Colors' " Laagi Tujhse Lagan.
Personal Life:
Paresh was born in Paliad, Gujarat. He got 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 did his schooling from Narsee Monjee Institute in Mumbai. When Rawal moved to Mumbai, he had no intentions of becoming an actor. He wanted to pursue a career in civil engineering. He eventually became an actor after being exposed to Bollywood.
Box Office Collection:
Welcome: Rs 71 Crores (Total Gross Collection)
De Dana Dan: Rs 49 Crores (Total Gross Collection)
Filmography:
As An Actor
Ready (June 3, 2011) (Released)... Balidaan Bhardwaj Malamaal Weekly 2 (2011) (To Go On Floor) Happy Birthday (2011) (To Go On Floor) Kusar Prasad Ka Bhoot (2011) (Under Production) Sharafat Gayi Tel Lene (2011) (Under Production) Hera Pheri 4 (2011) (Stuck/On Hold) Tum Mere Ho (2011) (Under Production) Familywala (2011) (Stuck/On Hold) Exchange Offer (2011) (Under Production) Aankhen 2 (2011) (Stuck/On Hold) Rang Rasiya / Colors Of Passion (2011) (Completed) Fantastic (2011) (Under Production) Society (2011) (Under Production)... MLA No Problem (December 10, 2010) (Released)... Zandulal Aakrosh (October 15, 2010) (Released)... Ajatshatru Singh Na Ghar Ke Na Ghaat Ke (March 12, 2010) (Released) ... Inspector Khote Atithi Tum Kab Jaoge? (March 5, 2010) (Released) ... Lambodar Bajpai (A.K.A Chachaji) Road To Sangam (January 29, 2010) (Released)... Husmatullah Rann (January 29, 2010) (Released)... Mohan Pandey Paa (December 4, 2009) (Released)... Mr. Atre Radio (December 3, 2009) (Released)... Jhandulal Tyagi De Dana Dan (November 27, 2009) (Released)... Harbans Chadda Firaaq (March 20, 2009) (Released)... Sanjay Dhoondte Reh Jaoge (March 6, 2009) (Released)... Raj Chopra Maharathi (December 5, 2008) (Released)... Subhash Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye! (November 28, 2008) (Released) ... Lucky'S Father / Gogi Arora / Dr. B. D. Handa Maan Gaye Mughall-E-Azam (August 22, 2008) (Released)... Uday Shankar Mazumdar Mumbai Meri Jaan (August 22, 2008) (Released)... Tukaram Patil Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na (July 4, 2008) (Released) ... Inspector P K Waghmare Mere Baap Pehle Aap (June 13, 2008) (Released) ... Janaradhan Wishvanbhar Rane One Two Three (March 28, 2008) (Released)... Laxminarayan Welcome (December 21, 2007) (Released)... Dr. Ghunghroo No Smoking (October 26, 2007) (Released)... Shri Shri Prakash Guru Ghantal Baba Bangali Sealdah Wale Bhool Bhulaiyaa (October 12, 2007) (Released)... Batukshankar Upadhyay Buddha Mar Gaya (August 17, 2007) (Released)... Ramu Fool N Final (June 1, 2007) (Released)... Choubey Cheeni Kum (May 25, 2007) (Released)... Omprakash Verma Good Boy Bad Boy (May 11, 2007) (Released)... Diwanchand Awasthi Hattrick (March 16, 2007) (Released)... Hemu Patel Bhagam Bhag (December 22, 2006) (Released)... Champak Chaturvedi Jaane Hoga Kya (September 1, 2006) (Released)... Dr. Krishnan Yun Hota Toh Kya Hota (July 21, 2006) (Released) ... Rajubhai Patel Golmaal (July 14, 2006) (Released)... Dadaji Vidyaarthi (July 7, 2006) (Released)... Jata Shanker Chup Chup Ke (June 9, 2006) (Released)... Gundya Phir Hera Pheri (June 9, 2006) (Released)... Baburao Ganpat Apte 36 China Town (May 5, 2006) (Released)... Natwar Malamaal Weekly (March 10, 2006) (Released)... Lilaram Deewane Huye Paagal (November 25, 2005) (Released) ... Tommy Garam Masala (November 2, 2005) (Released)... Mambo Bach Ke Rehna Re Baba (June 17, 2005) (Released) ... Monty Singh Hulchul (November 26, 2004) (Released)... Kishen / Murari Aitraaz (November 12, 2004) (Released)... Advocate Patel Aan - Men At Work (June 4, 2004) (Released)... Const. Khaled Ansari fun2ssh (December 19, 2003) (Released)... John D'Souza Aanch (November 28, 2003) (Released) Jodi Kya Banayi Wah Wah Ramji (November 14, 2003) (Released)... Ramprasad Baghban (October 3, 2003) (Released)... Hemant Patel Hungama (August 1, 2003) (Released)... Radheysham Tiwari Dil Ka Rishta (January 17, 2003) (Released)... Jai'S Father Pyasa Jism (January 17, 2003) (Released) Pyaar Kiya Nahin Jaata (2003) Kehta Hai Dil Baar Baar (November 15, 2002) (Released)... The Roger Patel Chor Machaye Shor (August 30, 2002) (Released) ... ACP Ranvir Singh/Raghuswami Awara Paagal Deewana (June 21, 2002) (Released) ... Manilal Hum Kisi Se Kum Nahin (May 31, 2002) (Released) ... Commissioner Aankhen (April 5, 2002) (Released)... Iliyaas Moksha: Salvation (November 30, 2001) (Released)... Uncle Sharan (Mamaji) Yeh Teraa Ghar Yeh Meraa Ghar (October 12, 2001) (Released)... Insp. O.P. Yadav Nayak (September 7, 2001) (Released)... Bansal Love Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega (June 29, 2001) (Released)... Narrator Shikari (October 6, 2000) (Released) Deewane (August 11, 2000) (Released)... Lekhraj (Vishal'S Uncle) Har Dil Jo Pyaar Karega (August 4, 2000) (Released) ... Goverdhan Jahnvi'S Dad Hera Pheri (March 31, 2000) (Released)... Baburao Ganpatrao Apte Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani (January 21, 2000) (Released)... Mohan Joshi Dulhan Hum Le Jayenge (January 15, 2000) (Released) ... Prabhu Nath Bulandi (January 7, 2000) (Released)... Gora Thakur Tera Jadoo Chal Gayaa (2000) (Released)... Gaffoor Bhai Radheshyam Seetaram (2000) Yahhuu (2000) Hadh Kar Di Aapne (2000) (Released)... Kailash Patel Khoobsurat (November 26, 1999) (Released)... Special Appearance (Jogia Seth (Gangster)) Gair (November 5, 1999) (Released)... Jagat Mama Vaastav: The Reality (October 15, 1999) (Released) ... Suleiman Bhai Hum Tum Pe Marte Hain (September 24, 1999) (Released)... Shiv Kumar Haseena Maan Jaayegi (June 25, 1999) (Released) ... Bhootnath Aarzoo (March 19, 1999) (Released)... Kailashnath Bade Dilwala (January 29, 1999) (Released)... Manubhai/Harshadbhai Shroff Aa Ab Laut Chalen (January 22, 1999) (Released) ... PC Jack Patel Kudrat (December 11, 1998) (Released)... Sukhiram China Gate (November 27, 1998) (Released)... Inspector Barot Doli Sajake Rakhna (November 27, 1998) (Released) ... Dr. Suraj Sinh Hero Hindustani (October 23, 1998) (Released)... Dadaji Bade Miyan Chhote Miyan (October 16, 1998) (Released)... Zorawar Bhai Barood (August 7, 1998) (Released) Angaarey (July 24, 1998) (Released)... Jaggu Satya (July 3, 1998) (Released)... Com. Amod Shukla Achanak (June 12, 1998) (Released)... Saagar Srivastav Dandnayak (April 17, 1998) (Released)... Bankhelal Chaurasia Kabhi Na Kabhi (April 17, 1998) (Released)... Kachra Seth Badmaash (January 23, 1998) (Released)... Lalu Seth Chachi 420 (December 19, 1997) (Released)... Hariharan 'Haribhai' Qahar (December 5, 1997) (Released)... Velji Patel Ghulam-E-Mustafa (October 31, 1997) (Released) ... Shanta Prasad/Abba Mr And Mrs Khiladi (October 10, 1997) (Released) ... Shalu'S Mamu Daud (July 13, 1997) (Released)... Pinky Gupt (July 4, 1997) (Released)... Ishwar Diwan (Isha'S Dad) Insaaf (May 30, 1997) (Released)... Chiman Bhai Mahaanta (May 23, 1997) (Released)... Nanu Bhai Chatewala Zameer (May 16, 1997) (Released)... Raja Gajraj Singh Mrityudaata (April 25, 1997) (Released)... T.T. Tamanna (March 7, 1997) (Released)... Tiku Auzaar (February 28, 1997) (Released)... Mr. Thakur (Yash'S Dad) Judaai (February 28, 1997) (Released)... Hasmukhlal Hero No.1 (February 21, 1997) (Released)... Dinanath (Meena'S Grandpa Aar Ya Paar (January 31, 1997) (Released)... Inspector Khan Rangbaaz (October 25, 1996) (Released) Hahakar (July 5, 1996) (Released) Nirbhay (February 23, 1996) (Released) Bandish (February 23, 1996) (Released) Vijeta (January 26, 1996) (Released)... Vidhya Sagar Akele Hum Akele Tum (November 30, 1995) (Released) ... Advocate Bhujbal Kiran'S Lawyer (Friendly Appearance) Sanjay (September 15, 1995) (Released)... Ranvir Singh Raja (June 22, 1995) (Released)... Brijnath/Birju Janam Kundli (May 12, 1995) (Released)... Wong-Li Baazi (April 13, 1995) (Released)... Deputy CM Chaturvedi Alias Chaubey Nishana (1995) (Released) Ab To Jeene Do (1995) (Released) Vartman (1995) (Released) The Gentleman (November 18, 1994) (Released) Krantiveer (July 22, 1994) (Released)... Slum Landlord Juaari (July 8, 1994) (Released) Mohra (July 1, 1994) (Released)... Kashinath Sahu Ekka Raja Rani (June 24, 1994) (Released)... Nageshwar Rao Anth (June 10, 1994) (Released)... Dabla, The Don Aa Gale Lag Ja (May 13, 1994) (Released) Andaaz Apna Apna (April 11, 1994) (Released)... Ram Gopal Bajaj/Teja Laadla (March 25, 1994) (Released) Dilwale (February 4, 1994) (Released)... Mama Thakur Milan (February 4, 1994) (Released)... Inspector Kotak Aag Aur Chingari (1994) (Released) Sardar (1994) (Released)... Sardar Patel Shatranj (December 17, 1993) (Released) Parwane (November 12, 1993) (Released) Aadmi (October 1, 1993) (Released) Sir (July 9, 1993) (Released)... Velji Krishan Avtar (June 25, 1993) (Released) Kayda Kanoon (June 11, 1993) (Released)... Kalika Prasad Muqabla (May 14, 1993) (Released) Dil Ke Baazi (May 7, 1993) (Released)... Santosh Kumar/Bhogilal Damini (April 30, 1993) (Released)... Mr. Bajaj Platform (April 23, 1993) (Released)... Shetty Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja (April 16, 1993) (Released)... Girdharilal Phool Aur Angaar (April 2, 1993) (Released) King Uncle (February 5, 1993) (Released)... Pratap Pehla Nasha (1993) (Released)... Inspector Mazumdar Yugandhar (1993) (Released) Maya Memsaab (1993) (Released)... Lalaji Jigar (October 23, 1992) (Released)... Lal Behari Dushman Zamana (October 2, 1992) (Released) Jeena Marna Tere Sang (August 28, 1992) (Released) Zulm Ki Hukumat (July 17, 1992) (Released)... Swami Police Officer (June 5, 1992) (Released) Virodhi (April 3, 1992) (Released)... Badrinath Pandey Adharm (February 21, 1992) (Released)... Raghunath Verma Karm Yoddha (January 17, 1992) (Released)... Inspector Deshmukh Daulat Ki Jung (January 3, 1992) (Released)... Haribhai Tilak (1992) (Released) Lambu Dada (1992) (Released) Shankara (September 6, 1991) (Released)... Diwanji Pratikaar (August 16, 1991) (Released)... Sajhan Srivastav Prem Qaidi (June 21, 1991) (Released) Izzat (June 21, 1991) (Released) Aye Milan Ki Raat (April 26, 1991) (Released) Fateh (March 8, 1991) (Released)... Munna/Samrat Yodha (February 22, 1991) (Released)... Chagganlal Haque (1991) (Released)... Shiva - Swami'S Brother Do Pal (1991) (Released) Saathi (1991) (Released)... Pasha Baharon Ki Manzil (1991) (Released) Gunhegar Kaun (1991) (Released)... Maharaj Shiva (December 7, 1990) (Released)... Tilakdhari Azaad Nyay Anyay (September 28, 1990) (Released)... Malhotra Zakhmi Zameen (September 28, 1990) (Released) Jeevan Ek Sanghursh (August 3, 1990) (Released) Gunahon Ka Devta (July 6, 1990) (Released)... Advocate Khanna Swarg (May 18, 1990) (Released)... Dhanraj Krodh (March 23, 1990) (Released)... Avasthi Awaargi (January 26, 1990) (Released)... Bhau Kafila (1990) (Released) Taaqatwar (June 16, 1989) (Released)... Ganguram Tulsiram (Gangiya) Hathyaar (March 10, 1989) (Released)... Tamil Gangster Ram Lakhan (January 27, 1989) (Released)... Bhanu Vardi (January 6, 1989) (Released)... Rudra Sone Pe Suhaga (August 26, 1988) (Released)... Tejaa Aakhri Adalat (June 10, 1988) (Released)... Girja Shankar Khatron Ke Khiladi (May 27, 1988) (Released)... Truck Company Owner Falak (April 1, 1988) (Released)... Narang Kharidaar (1988) (Released) Kabzaa (1988) (Released)... Veljibhai Soda Uttar Dakshin (November 13, 1987) (Released) Marte Dam Tak (July 17, 1987) (Released) Dacait (April 9, 1987) (Released)... Vishnu Pandey (Thanedar) Mirch Masala (February 18, 1987) (Released)... Villager Samundar (September 19, 1986) (Released)... Hansukh Naam (September 12, 1986) (Released)... Rana Bhagwan Dada (1986) (Released)... Inspector Vijay Arjun (May 10, 1985) (Released)... Annu Bhai Lorie (1985) (Released)... Prosecuting Attorney Dharam Aur Kanoon (August 10, 1984) (Released) ... Nagraj Dushmanon Ka Dushman (1984) (Released) Holi (1984) (Released)
Awards:
Winner: Apsara Award for Best Performance In Comic Role (2011)
Movie: Atithi Tum Kab Jaoge?
Winner: Screen Award for Best Comedian (2003)
Movie: Awara Paagal Deewana
Winner: Filmfare Award for Best Performance In Comic Role (2002)
Movie: Awara Paagal Deewana
Winner: IIFA Award for Best Performance In Comic Role (2001)
Movie: Hera Pheri
Winner: Screen Award for Best Actor In A Comic Role (2001)
Movie: Hera Pheri
Winner: Filmfare Award for Best Performance In Comic Role (2000)
Movie: Hera Pheri
Winner: Screen Award for Best Actor In A Supporting Role (1996)
Movie: Raja
Winner: Filmfare Award for Best Performance In Negative Role (1993)
Movie: Sir
Nominated: Screen Award for Best Actor (2011)
Movie: Road To Sangam
Nominated: Screen Award for Best Actor In A Comic Role (Male/Female) (2011)
Movie: Atithi Tum Kab Jaoge?
Nominated: Stardust Award for Best Actor (2011)
Movie: Road To Sangam
Nominated: The Global Indian Film And Television Honors for Best Performance In A Comic Role (2011)
Movie: Atithi Tum Kab Jaoge?
Nominated: IIFA Award for Best Performance In Comic Role (2011)
Movie: Atithi Tum Kab Jaoge?
Nominated: Screen Award for Best Actor In A Comic Role (2010)
Movie: De Dana Dan
Nominated: IIFA Award for Best Performance In Negative Role (2009)
Movie: Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!
Nominated: IIFA Award for Best Performance In Comic Role (2008)
Movie: Bhool Bhulaiyaa
Nominated: Zee Cine Award for Best Actor In A Comic Role (2007)
Movie: Malamaal Weekly
Nominated: IIFA Award for Best Performance In Comic Role (2007)
Movie: Phir Hera Pheri
Nominated: Global Indian Film Awards for Best Actor In A Comic Role (2006)
Movie: Malamaal Weekly
Nominated: Filmfare Award for Best Performance In Comic Role (2006)
Movie: Phir Hera Pheri
Nominated: Screen Award for Best Actor In A Comic Role (2005)
Movie: Hulchul
Nominated: Filmfare Award for Best Performance In Comic Role (2004)
Movie: Hulchul
Nominated: Screen Award for Best Actor In A Comic Role (2004)
Movie: Hungama
Nominated: Filmfare Award for Best Performance In Comic Role (2003)
Movie: Fun2ssh
Nominated: Filmfare Award for Best Performance In Comic Role (2003)
Movie: Hungama
Nominated: Screen Award for Best Comedian (2003)
Movie: Aankhen
Nominated: Filmfare Award for Best Performance In Comic Role (2002)
Movie: Aankhen
Nominated: Filmfare Award for Best Performance In Comic Role (2001)
Movie: Yeh Teraa Ghar Yeh Meraa Ghar
Nominated: Filmfare Award for Best Performance In Comic Role (1997)
Movie: Chachi 420
Nominated: Filmfare Award for Best Actor In Supporting Role (1995)
Movie: Raja
Nominated: Filmfare Award for Best Performance In Negative Role (1994)
Movie: Virasat
Nominated: Filmfare Award for Best Performance In Comic Role (1994)
Movie: Mohra