Rakesh Bedi

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 Get ready to dive into the vibrant world of Indian entertainment, because we're talking about a legend! Born on December 1st, 1954, Rakesh Bedi is an Indian film, stage, and television actor whose name is synonymous with laughter and unforgettable characters. He etched his place in cinematic history with iconic comic roles in films like "Mera Damaad" and the unforgettable 1981 hit, "Chashme Buddoor." But his talent didn't stop at the silver screen! Across television, he’s brought us joy in shows like "Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi" in 1984, the beloved "Shrimaan Shrimati" from 1994 to 1997, the long-running "Yes Boss" from 1999 to 2009, and continues to entertain us today in "Bhabhi Ji Ghar Par Hain!" which began in 2015, and "Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah" since 2020. Hailing from Delhi, Bedi's formative years were filled with a passion for performance. He honed his skills at Kendriya Vidyalaya in Andrewsganj and was a regular participant in Mono Acting competitions during his school days. His dedication to the craft led him to work with the esteemed New Delhi theatre group, Pierrot's Troupe, and further sharpened his abilities at the Film and Television Institute of India in Pune. Rakesh Bedi is happily married to Aradhana Bedi, and together they are proud parents to Ridhima Bedi and Ritika Bedi. Bedi's cinematic journey began in 1979 as a supporting actor in "Hamare Tumhare," starring the legendary Sanjeev Kumar. From there, he embarked on a prolific career, gracing over 150 films and numerous television serials. His performances in the 1981 classic "Chashme Buddoor," alongside Farooq Shaikh and Ravi Baswani, and in K. Balachander's "Ek Duuje Ke Liye," remain etched in our memories. On the small screen, his comedic timing shone in sitcoms like "Shrimaan Shrimati" in 1995, and as Mohan Srivastava in "Yes Boss" from 1999 to 2009, a role that earned him immense appreciation and is considered one of his finest. He also starred in the critically acclaimed "Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi" in 1984, a show penned by Sharad Joshi and directed by Kundan Shah. Beyond acting, Bedi has also showcased his intellectual side, hosting the science show "Science with BrainCafé" on ZeeQ, and continues to be a vibrant presence in Mumbai's theatre scene. A true testament to his versatility, he famously portrayed 24 distinct characters in Vijay Tendulkar's acclaimed one-man play, "Massage." In 2012, he made his debut in a daily television drama with "Shubh Vivah," and since 2015, audiences have been delighted by his presence on the popular show "Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai!"
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 Rakesh Bedi (born 1 December 1954) is an Indian film, stage and television actor. He is known for his iconic comic roles in films such as Mera Damaad and Chashme Buddoor (1981). He has also appeared in television shows like Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi (1984), Shrimaan Shrimati (1994-1997), Yes Boss (1999–2009), Bhabhi Ji Ghar Par Hain (2015–present), and Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah (2020–present). == Early life, education and family == Bedi completed his studies in Delhi. He went to Kendriya Vidyalaya in Andrewsganj, Delhi. While Bedi was in school, he used to participate in Mono Acting competitions. Bedi has also worked with the New Delhi theatre group Pierrot's Troupe and studied acting at the Film and Television Institute of India, Pune. Rakesh Bedi is married to Aradhana Bedi; and is father to Ridhima Bedi and Ritika Bedi. == Career == Bedi started his film career as a supporting actor in the 1979 film Hamare Tumhare, starring Sanjeev Kumar, and then went on to act in over 150 films and several TV serials. Some of his most memorable roles were in the 1981 film Chashme Buddoor with Farooq Shaikh and Ravi Baswani and Ek Duuje Ke Liye directed by K. Balachander and in the TV sitcoms Shrimaan Shrimati (1995), Yes Boss (1999-2009) as Mohan Srivastava, his one of best role and he is much appreciated for this and Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi (1984), written by Sharad Joshi and directed by Kundan Shah. He hosted Science with BrainCafé, a science show on ZeeQ, and continues doing theatre in Mumbai. Notably, he played 24 different characters in Vijay Tendulkar's popular one-man play Massage. In 2012, he appeared on his first television drama daily soap, Shubh Vivah. Since 2015, he appears on television show Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai!. == Filmography == === Film === === Television === == Dubbing roles == === Live action films === == Awards == == References == == External links == Rakesh Bedi at IMDb Rakesh Bedi at Bollywood Hungama Home Languages