Ashok Saraf

Ashok Saraf is an Indian Comedian and Film and Stage Actor. He has played leading roles in numerous Marathi films along with stage plays, as well as supporting roles in Hindi films and television shows.

Saraf and actor Laxmikant Berde were two of the most popular Marathi comedians in the 1980s and 1990s. Numerous actors have copied his comedic style, and he sets the standard for upcoming comedic artists in Marathi cinema. Saraf began his professional career in Marathi film in the late 1960s. He frequently made cameo appearances in supporting comic roles with top actors like Raja Gosavi, Nilu Phule, Dada Kondke, Ravindra Mahajani, and Avinash Masurekar in Marathi films throughout the 1970s.

Marathi movie buffs found his combination with actress Ranjana Deshmukh to be quite appealing. Saraf Began Landing Lead Hero Roles in Marathi Films in the Early 1980s.In Marathi cinema, Ashok Saraf, Laxmikant Berde, Sachin Pilgaonkar, and Mahesh Kothare collaborated to create the "Comedy Films Wave" that began in 1985 and lasted for almost ten years. His Hit Marathi Movies In Which He Plays The Main Hero Are Vazir, Gammat Jammat, Dhoom Dhadaka, Ashi Hi Banava Banavi, and Ek Daav Bhutacha. Saraf has appeared in TV shows such as Hum Paanch and Yeh Choti Badi Baatein. The comic "Munshiji" from Rakesh Roshan's 1995 action thriller Karan Arjun, Shahrukh Khan's friend in Yes Boss, and Ajay Devgn's colleague in Singham as Head Constable are his most well-known roles in Bollywood. He's Known By Many As "Mama" In The Marathi Film Industry.

Family and Professional Achievements

Nivedita Saraf, a well-known Marathi actress, is blissfully married to Ashok Saraf. Aniket Saraf, the couple's son, decided to follow in his parents' footsteps and joined the entertainment profession. The couple has two more children.

Saraf has participated in many successful projects over his career. He has collaborated with a few of the most prominent individuals in the business and made a name for himself as a skilled actor who can transition between serious and humorous parts with ease. Among his well-known motion pictures are "Dhoom Dhadaka," "Balache Baap Brahmachari," and "Gammat Jammat."

Saraf is not just known for his parts in films but also for his work in television. His fan base grew even further as he made appearances in a number of popular TV shows, such as the sitcom "Hum Paanch."

There has been recognition for Ashok Saraf's commitment to his trade. Throughout his career, he has won various honors and recognitions, including several Zed Gaurav Awards and Maharashtra State Film Awards. Because of his skill, diligence, and dedication to the entertainment sector, he has become an iconic personality.

Hindi Film and Television Career

Laxmikant Berde, another Marathi comic who has made numerous appearances in Hindi films, was a successful partner of Ashok Saraf. In addition to Saraf Sachin Pilgaonkar & Laxmikant Berde, they starred in a number of successful Marathi films, most of which became box-office successes.

Actor-director Sachin Pilgaonkar & actor-producer-director Mahesh Kothare were friends of both Laxmikant and Ashok. He starred in Ashi Hi Banwa Banwi (1988) alongside Sachin Pilgaonkar & Laxmikant Berde, the two current titans of Marathi cinema. The movie was a huge hit.

Throughout his career, Saraf has made appearances in several Marathi plays in addition to his work in marathi films. Kothi Hamidabaichi Mannomilan, Anadhikrut He Ram Cardiogram Sweetheart Sweetheart Sarkha Chatit Among the important plays are Vacuum Cleaner and Dukhtay Laginghai.

Saraf had significant Bollywood roles. To Darna Kya Gupt Koyla To Singham Pyaar Kiya Indeed, boss Amongst the movies for which he has portrayed noteworthy roles are Joru Ka Ghulam Karan Arjun. His collaborations with strong comedic actors like Govinda in films Kader Khan and Johny Lever received praise.

Additionally, Saraf has made appearances in well-known TV series like Hum Paanch (as Anand Mathur) and Yeh Choti Badi Baatein. Don't Worry Ho Jayega, a comedy series hosted by Ashok Saraf and broadcast on Sahara TV in the 1990s, was a huge hit. The crowd was thrilled to watch this show at the time.

Ashok Saraf Achievement and Awards

• In 2017, Saraf received the Lifetime Award.
• Saraf has also received ten Maharashtra Government Awards for Marathi films in addition to more than four Filmfare Awards.
• A Filmfare Award was won for the 1977 film "Ram Ram Gangaram."
• For the film "Pandu Havaldar," Ashok was awarded the Maharashtra Government Prize.
• For the film "Sawai Havaldar," he was honored with a Screen Award.
• The Bhojpuri Film Award went to Saraf for "Maika Bitua."
• He was the Maharashtracha Favourite Kon's Best Comedian winner.

Lesser Known Facts About Ashok Sarfar

• Saraf was raised in South Mumbai's Chikhalwadi neighborhood.
• When Ashok Saraf was eighteen, he began performing in Marathi plays.
• "Yayati Aani Devyani" was the first Marathi commercial play that he performed.
• When Marathi actress Ranjana Deshmukh passed away in an accident, Saraf's relationship with her became public knowledge.
• His well-known Marathi films include "Dhum Dhadaka," "Ashi Hi Banava Banavi," and "Aayatya Gharat Gharoba."

• Saraf Laxmikant Berde were regarded as the comedic icons of Marathi humor in the 1980s and 90s.
• In Bollywood movies like "Singham," "Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya," "Gupt," "Koyla," "Yes Boss," and "Karan Arjun," Ashok has portrayed a number of significant parts.
• He rose to fame for his parts in the TV serials "Yeh Choti Badi Baatein" and "Hum Paanch."
• Ashok is frequently referred to be the Marathi film industry's Samrat Ashoka.
• His spouse, Nivedita Joshi Saraf, is eighteen years his junior.
• Saraf has taken an active interest in Marathi theatre. "Hamidabaichi Kothi," "Anidhikrut," "Manomilan," "He Ram Cardiogram," "Darling Darling," "Sarkha Chatit Dukhtay," "Laginghai," and "Vacuum Cleaner" are a few of his well-known Marathi plays.
• In 2017, there were speculations of Ashok's death. Nivedita Joshi Saraf, his wife, denied all of the claims, stating that he was indeed in good health.
• In order to shoot his movie "Mahalakshmi Express," the actor once took a second-class train to Kolhapur. At that time, performers were paid much less. Two police officers noticed him when he was traveling and began to make fun of his financial situation. Ashok was so embarrassed by this deed that he traveled the whole way with his face covered by the blanket.
• Up to 2019, Ashok had worked on almost 250 Marathi films.
• Ashok survived two significant incidents: one during which he was traveling for a news conference for his film "Gol Gol Dabyatla," and the other in which he suffered severe injuries to his neck.
  

Top 5 Movies of Ashok Saraf

• Ved - 2022
• Ashi Hi Banwa Banwi - 1988
• Dhum Dhadaka (1985)
• 2008's Aamhi Satpute
• 2018's Me Shivaji Park

Ashi Hi Banwa Banwi

In 1988, Sachin Pilgaonkar and Kiran Shantaram produced the Marathi-language comedy-drama film Ashi Hi Banwa Banwi. Among the actors is Sachin Pilgaonkar. Pilgaonkar Supriya Saraf Ashok Bhave Ashwini Berde Laxmikant Arun Priya Along with Sudhir Joshi Nayantara & Viju Khote, there was Siddharth Ray & Nivedita Saraf.

The movie is an official remake of Sadan Sarkar's 1955 Bengali movie of the same name, as well as a Marathi adaptation of Bengali drama Joymakali Boarding by Sailesh Dey.

The story follows four buddies as they search for rental property. Two of the buddies are compelled to appear as women & pretend to be the partners of the other two because their landlord only lets married couples stay there. Ashwini, who owned a cosmetics business in the movie, had a small role, but her natural acting style made an impact on the viewers.

Ved

Ved is an Indian Marathi-language romance drama film from 2022 that was produced and directed by Genelia D'Souza and Riteish Deshmukh. Jiya Shankar and Ashok Saraf make cameo appearances. It is a reimagining of the Telugu romantic drama Majili from 2019.

Dhum Dhadaka

Dhum Dhadaka is a 1985 Indian Marathi-language comedy film directed and produced by Mahesh Kothare. Saraf Ashok, Mahesh Kothare, Berde Laxmikant Joshi, and Nivedita Rane Surekha. Starring in the movie are Prema Kiran & Sharad Talwalkar. Three young guys are at the center of the story; they will stop at nothing to win over a wealthy industrialist and get his approval for marriage. The movie is a remake of Kaadhalikka Neramillai (1964), a Tamil film that had previously been produced in Telugu (1965), Hindi (1966), Kannada (1979), and Telugu as Preminchi Choodu (1966).

Aamhi Satpute

2008, the Marathi-language comedy and drama movie Aamhi Satpute (We Are 7 Brothers) was directed and produced by Sachin Pilgaonkar. The main actors are Sachin Pilgaonkar and Pilgaonkar, Supriya Swapnil Joshi, Ashok Saraf, and Amruta Sant. The 1982 movies Satte Pe Satta & Seven Brides for 7 Brothers (1954) serve as the inspiration for the movie.

I Shivaji Park

I Shivaji Park is a 2018 Marathi film directed by Mahesh Manjrekar. Gauri Pictures and Mahesh Manjrekar Movies produced the movie. The main actors are Ashok Saraf Gok, Hale Vikram Shivaji Satam Satish Alekar, and Dilip Prabhavalkar. On October 18, 2018, it was made available in cinemas.

Net Worth and Income

Throughout his career, Ashok Saraf has had financial success as a result of his talent and commitment to his trade. According to current estimates, he has a net worth of approximately $10 million. His impressive performances and capacity to create an indelible mark on the audience are evidenced by his large net worth.

In addition to his work as an actor, Saraf has pursued a number of commercial endeavors. His ability to think like an entrepreneur and his sharp business sense has helped him to broaden his sources of income. Although he still makes most of his money from his job in the entertainment sector, his other endeavors have added significantly to his riches.

Conclusion

The trajectory of Ashok Saraf's career in the entertainment world has been extraordinary. Saraf has achieved considerable success in Marathi as well as Hindi films thanks to his talent and commitment, having started from modest beginnings in Nagpur.

Ashok Saraf is a multi-talented actor who has won several awards and inspired many budding actors with his mesmerizing performances and contagious charisma. He is a great icon of Indian cinema, and his contributions to the entertainment business will live on forever.

Ashok Saraf has made a name for himself throughout the chronicles of the film and television industry and in the souls of fans through perseverance, hard work, and dedication to his profession. We're excited to see what he does in the future and the amazing performance he has yet to give us.