Bharat Jadhav is an Indian actor, producer and theater artist who mostly works in Marathi films, television shows and plays. He is known for playing comedy roles in Marathi cinema and theatre.
Wiki/Biography
Bharat Jadhav was born on Wednesday, 12 December 1973 (age 50 years; in 2023) in Kolhapur, Maharashtra. His zodiac sign is Sagittarius. He continued his studies at MD College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Mumbai. His family hails from Kolhapur, but they moved to Mumbai when Bharat was young. Bharat grew up playing in the Lalbaug area of Parel, behind Rajaram Studios. In 1985, Jadhav began his theatrical journey under the guidance of folk artist Shahir Sable by becoming part of the Maharashtrachi Lokdhara dance troupe. He has acted in more than 85 movies, 8 daily soaps, and more than 8500 dramas.
An old image of Bharat Jadhav performing on stage
Physical appearance
Height (approx): 5′ 11″
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Black
Family
Parents & Siblings
Bharat’s father’s name is Ganpat Jadhav, who is a taxi driver. His mother’s name is Shanta Jadhav.
Bharat Jadhav’s parents
Wife & Children
Bharat married Sarita Jadhav in 1998.
Bharat Jadhav with his wife Sarita Jadhav
Together, they have two children, a son, Aarambh Jadhav, and a daughter, Surabhi Bharat Jadhav.
Bharat Jadhav with his family
Religion/Religious Views
Bharat follows Hinduism.
Bharat Jadhav bowed before the temple
Signature
Bharat Jadhav’s signature
Career
Theater
With the guidance of folk artist Shahir Sable, Jadhav began his theatrical journey in 1985 by becoming part of the Maharashtrachi Lokdhara dance troupe. He has been the pato of more than 85 movies, 8 TV shows, and more than 8500 dramas. He has acted in the dramas Maharashtrachi Lokdhara, Aamchya Sarkhe Aamhich, All The Best, Sahi Re Sahi, Shreemant Damodar Pant, Adhantar, Saujanyachi Aishi Taishi, Punha Sahi re Sahi, and Tu Tu Me Me.
Saujanyachi Aishi Taishi drama poster
Movie
Bharat made his acting debut with the film Vaastav: The Reality (1999) as Raghu’s friend.
Bharat Jadhav in the movie ‘Vaastav The Reality’
In 2006, he acted in the Telugu film Khatarnak as a banker.
Telugu movie poster Khatarnak
He has acted in Hindi films including Nidaan (2000), Hathyar: Face to Face with Reality (2002), and Pran Jaaye Par Shaan Na Jaaye (2003) as Mahendra Rathod.
Bharat Jadhav in Hindi movie Pran Jaaye Par Shaan Na Jaaye
He appeared in Marathi films Namdaar Mukhyamantri Ganpya Gawde (2006) as Ganpat Gawde, Me Shivajiraje Bhosale Boltoy (2009) as Shahir, Kalshekhar Aahet Ka? (2011) as Pitambar Lele, Aga Bai Arechyaa 2 (2015) as Narendra Keshav Chakve, and Dhondi Champya – Ek Prem Katha (2022) as Umaji.
Bharat Jadhav in Marathi movie Dhondi Champya – Ek Prem Katha
Television
Bharat made his television debut with the show Prapanch (1999) on ZEE Marathi.
Bharat Jadhav in TV show ‘Prapanch’
He appeared in Sunil Rawat’s television shows Saheb Bibi Ani Mee (2003) as Mohan Ajgaonkar and Misha (2004) as Junior Alien 2.
Bharat Jadhav in Sunil Rawat’s television show Saheb Bibi Ani Mee
OTT
In 2023, he played the role of Sunil Rawat in the web series titled Scam 2003 – The Telgi Story.
Web series poster ‘Scam 2003 The Telgi Story’
Award
- 2015: Sarvashreshth Abhineta Award at Saanalee Mahotsav
Bharat Jadhav received the Sarvashreshth Abhineta Award
- 2015: Pravah Star Award
Bharat Jadhav poses with the Star Pravah Award
- 2015: Zee Maha Gaurav Puraskar
Bharat Jadhav (left) poses with Zee Maha Gaurav Puraskar
- 2015: Zee Talkies Comedy Awards
Bharat Jadhav receives Zee Talkies Comedy Award
- 2018: Mata Sanman Award for Best Actor
Bharat Jadhav (right) poses with the Mata Sanman Award for Best Actor
- 2021: Popular Comedy Personality at Colors Marathi Awards
Bharat Jadhav poses with Popular Comedy Personality at Colors Marathi Awards
- 2021: 2 Made in India Icon Awards at Namo Cine/TV Nirmatta Association Awards
Bharat Jadhav (left) receiving the Icon 2 Made in India Award
Car Collection
- Skoda
Bharat Jadhav’s mother performed pooja on her Skoda car
- Mercedes S class
Bharat Jadhav’s Instagram post about the Mercedes S class
- Skoda Rapid
Bharat Jadhav’s parents pose with his Skoda Rapid car
Facts/Trivia
- In 1999, he produced the Marathi film Bayko Aali Badloon.
- In an interview, Bharat mentioned that despite being a part of many films and TV shows, he loves theater the most. He also mentioned that in 2012, he was offered the role of Mahadev in the film OMG: Oh My God!, but he turned it down as he had a role to play.
- In an interview, he shared that theater has taught him to stay humble. He also mentioned that despite his success, he offers tea to anyone who visits his production house. Sometimes, if the technician isn’t around, he helps with tasks backstage.
- In 2013, Bharat started his own production house named Bharat Jadhav Entertainment Pvt Ltd. Many famous personalities like Raj Thackeray, Nikhil Wagle, Sachin Pilgaonkar, Mahesh Manjrekar, Siddarth Jadhav, Makarand Anaspure, Jaywant Wadkar, Prachi Cheulkar, Kiran Shantaram and Anjan Shriva , attended the opening event.
Celebrities at the launch of Bharat Jadhav Entertainment Pvt Ltd
- In 2023, during an interview, Bharat shared a story from 2002. He acted in the drama Sahi Re Sahi, and after the drama, a fan gave him money. When Bharat asked why fans gave him money, he explained that he bought two tickets for the play but came alone. He doesn’t like having an empty seat next to him while watching Bharat’s performance because no one is watching Bharat’s hard work.
- Bharat, in an interview, said his relationship with the late veteran Marathi actor Vijay Chavan was like a father guiding his son by holding his finger as he learned to walk.
Old pictures of Vijay Chavan (left) and Bharat Jadhav (right)
- During the interview, Bharat mentioned that he and his wife Sarita planted 200-250 mango and 100-125 coconut trees on their property in Kolhapur during the lockdown.
- Bharat shares a good relationship with filmmaker Kedar Shinde.
- In 2023, Bharat and his family move from Mumbai to his hometown Kolhapur after spending many years in Mumbai.
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