Ashok Saraf is an Indian actor who has been a part of the Indian film industry since the late 1970s. He is known for his performances in Marathi and Hindi films. He is one of the most popular and successful actors in the industry, having acted in more than 300 films. He has also been a part of television series, stage plays, and various other projects. He has won numerous awards for his performances and is considered to be one of the most influential actors in the industry.
Ashok Saraf: Biography
Ashok Saraf was born on 4th July 1949 in Pune, Maharashtra. He is the son of a mill worker. He completed his schooling from the renowned St. Xavier’s High School, Pune. He then graduated from Fergusson College, Pune. He began his career as a theatre artist in the early 1970s. He was a part of the Natya-mandali theatre group and performed in various plays.
In 1975, he debuted in the Marathi film ‘Mumbaicha Jawai’. This film was a huge success and opened up many opportunities for him. He then starred in many successful Marathi films such as ‘Moruchi Maushi’, ‘Navri Mile Navryala’, ‘Gammat Jammat’, and ‘Himmatwala’.
In 1982, he made his debut in Hindi films with the film ‘Aaj Ki Awaz’. He went on to star in many Hindi films such as ‘Ghar Mein Ram Gali Mein Shyam’, ‘Aag Se Khelenge’, ‘Hero Hiralal’, ‘Zakhmi Sher’, ‘Ghar Parivar’, and ‘Jhoothi’. He has also been a part of television series such as ‘Dekh Bhai Dekh’, ‘Hum Panch’, and ‘Wagle Ki Duniya’.
Ashok Saraf: Net Worth & More
Ashok Saraf has an estimated net worth of $3 million. He has been a part of various films and television shows and has had a successful career in the industry. He has also won numerous awards for his performances, including the Filmfare Award for Best Comedian for his performance in the film ‘Ghar Parivar’.
Ashok Saraf is currently 71 years old and is 5 feet 8 inches tall. He is married to his longtime girlfriend and fellow actress, Usha Chavan. They have two children together. He is a well-known philanthropist and is actively involved in various charity works.
