Sanjay Goradia is an Indian actor, director and producer who has produced and acted in more than a hundred Gujarati plays. He has also worked as an actor in several Hindi and Gujarati films and has produced many television shows (Hindi and Gujarati).
Wiki/Biography
Sanjay Goradia was born on Thursday, 17 September 1959 (age 64 years; in 2023) in Delvada, Gujarat. His zodiac sign is Virgo. He attended Lilavati Lalji Dayal High School, Mumbai. He is a graduate. Sanjay was born in Gujarat but moved to Mumbai when he was a child. He lives in a chawl on a farm. His father suffered from tobacco and alcohol addiction, which caused daily fights and greatly affected Sanjay. Her school fees were sometimes not paid on time, and her school clothes were never clean. Sanjay faced many difficulties since childhood. He mentioned in an interview that he had an older sister who died when he was around 2 years old. His brother Paresh also died when he was around 16 or 17 years old. His father suffered a stroke when Sanjay was only 18 years old. After his father died, they managed their expenses through their family’s Ayurvedic shop. It is located on the main road below the jam factory in Lalbagh. Uncle Sanjay Ramesh looks after the shop and also helps with their expenses. During difficult times at home, his youngest sister became addicted to alcohol. He often asked their mother for money. After seeing the situation at home, he started working in a medical store. In 1979, he started making plays and sending money to his family. He wanted to act, but due to his financial situation and lack of connections in the industry, he started working behind the scenes. He doesn’t act seriously because he thinks better looking people are struggling, so he might not have a chance.
Physical appearance
Height (approx): 5′ 9″
Hair Color: Black (half bald)
Eye Color: Black
Family
Parents & Siblings
Sanjay’s mother’s name is Jyotsna Goradia, who is a theater artiste.
Sanjay Goradia with his mother
He had an older sister, who died at the age of 2. He had two younger brothers Paresh, who died at the age of 17 or 18 and Himanshu, who also died of alcohol addiction.
Wife & Children
Sanjay married Chanda Goradia on 7 February 1991.
Sanjay Goradia with his wife
Together, they have a son, Amatya Goradia.
Sanjay Goradia with his son
Career
Sanjay’s theatrical journey began in 1979 when he worked behind the scenes for the play “Pagla Ghoda,” directed by Latesh Shah and performed at Elphinstone College. Sanjay remained dedicated to working behind the scenes and progressed from production manager to producer. He used to do small roles in several plays, and when he found a financial backer, he started producing plays. After that, he got the opportunity to work as Shafi Inamdar’s assistant. They collaborated to produce many Gujarati dramas.
Publisher
Gujarat
Sanjay produced the first drama “Chhel and Chhabo.” He produced Gujarati plays Pati Yane Patangiyun, Chhanu Ne Chhapnu Kai Thai Nai (2002), Chokat Rani Chaar Gulam, Mummy Vees Ni Dikri Chalis Ni (2006), and Rupiya Ni Rani Ne Dolario Raja. He made his debut by producing the television show Madhu Ithe An Chandra Tithe (2011).
Poster of the television show ‘Madhu Ithe An Chandra Tithe’
He produced Gujarati television shows Azunahi Chaand Raat Ahe, Tari ankh No Afini, Aa Family Comedy Che, Kumkum Na Pagla Padya, and Sukh Mare Angane on Colors Gujarati.
Hindi
He produced Hindi dramas Maa Retire Hoti Hai (1999), Pati,-Patni Aur Mein (2001), Chupkay Chupkay (2003), Hum Le Gaye Tum Rahe Gaye, and Lali Lila.
Director
Gujarat
He directed the Gujarati films Baa Retire Thai Chhe, Shukan Sava Rupiyo (1998), Tako Mundo Taon Taon, Paranya Toye Punchhadi Vanki, Chup Raho Khush Raho, and De Taali Kona Baap Ni Diwali.
Actor
Gujarat
He started acting when he was 45 years old in the drama “Chagan Magan Tara Chhapre Lagan.” After working as a producer in the dramas Chhel and Chhabo, he appeared in the then iconic drama Chitkar which was a hit. He appeared in other Gujarati dramas including Bharat Hamari Mata Baap Hamara Hijda, Ankh Minchi Ne Bolo Jaihind, Ame Lai Gaya Tame Rahi Gaya, Chal Chandu Parni Jayae, Karo Kanku Na (1994), and Rupiya Ni Rani Ne Dolario Raja.
Sanjay Goradia in the drama Karo Kanku Na (1994)
He made his debut with the show Shrimaan Shrimati (1994).
Poster of television show ‘Shrimaan Shrimati’
He acted in Hindi television shows including Naya Nukkad (1986), Kabhi Yeh Kabhi Woh (1994), Teri Bi Chup Meri Bi Chup (1995), Hum Paanch (1995), Thodi Khushi Thode Gham (2006), Filmi Chakker (2019) . He made his debut in the Gujarati film Ventilator (2018) as Jayu.
Sanjay Goradia in Gujarati movie ‘Ventilator’ (2018)
He appeared in the Gujarati films Baap No Bagicho (2022), Kehvatlal Parivar (2022), and Vaahlam Jaao Ne (2022).
Hindi
In 1989, he made his debut with the film Ram Lakhan.
Sanjay Garodia in the Hindi film ‘Ram Lakhan’ (1989)
He appeared in Hindi films including Rangeela (1995), Is Raat Ki Subah Nahin (1996), Kachche Dhaage (1999), Made In China (2019), and Chhichhore (2019).
Sanjay Goradia in the movie ‘Chhichhore’ (2019)
Writer
He wrote two Gujarati plays Shukan Sava Rupiyo (1998) and Tako Mundo Taon Taon.
Award
- 2022: Gujarat Pride Ratna Award by Speaker of Gujarat Legislative Assembly
Sanjay Goradia received the Gujarat Pride Ratna Award
- 2023: Girnar Award from Bruhad Mumbai Gujarati Samaj
Sanjay Goradia poses with the Girnar Award
Car Collection
He owns a Scorpio.
Sanjay Goradia poses with his scorpion
Facts/Trivia
- Sanjay follows a non-vegetarian diet.
Sanjay Goradia eats shrimp curry
- His first successful Hindi play was “Maa Retire Hoti Hai” in 1999, which brought him a lot of fame. Following this hit, he bought a house and immediately married the first girl he met. When his son was born, he bought a new house in Lokhanvala. He invited his mother to stay with them, but his mother insisted that he bring his younger brother with him. Sanjay is hesitant to bring his addicted younger brother with him.
- In an interview, he mentioned that every time he sent money home, his brother would take it and push their father to ask for more money.
- When Sanjay produced his first Gujarati play “Chhel dan Chhabo,” he wanted to include Dilip Joshi in the cast, but Dilip was busy at the time. After waiting for some time and not finding another actor, director Latesh Shah suggested that Sanjay himself take on the role. Sanjay initially said no, but eventually, as he could not find a suitable replacement, he agreed to act in the play.
- He has performed in dramas with famous Bollywood actors like Shatrughan Sinha, Jaya Bachchan, Zeenat Aman, Sharman Joshi, and Javed Jaffrey.
Old picture of Sanjay Goradia with Jaya Bachchan
- In an interview, he mentioned that he started to feel bored after directing 25 plays.
- When he performed in the Gujarati drama “Fatehchand Nun Phulekun,” it did not get much attention. Following the failure of the play, he established Sanjay Goradia Productions.
- Sanjay is one of the producers who started filming and recording their performances on DVD. He also began selling the rights to these recordings.
- In an interview, he mentioned that he made some sacrifices to become an actor. He avoids drinking cold water to keep his voice clear, and thinks a lot before speaking.
- In an interview, he stated that 19 of his dramas are available on OTT platforms.
- He often posts pictures of himself drinking alcohol on social media.
Sanjay Goradia drinks beer
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