Ashok Saraf (born 4 June 1947) is an India

India

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n actor and comedian

Comedian

A comedian or comic is a person who seeks to entertain an audience, primarily by making them laugh. This might be through jokes or amusing situations, or acting a fool, as in slapstick, or employing prop comedy...

. He has appeared in many Hindi

Hindi

Standard Hindi, or more precisely Modern Standard Hindi, also known as Manak Hindi , High Hindi, Nagari Hindi, and Literary Hindi, is a standardized and sanskritized register of the Hindustani language derived from the Khariboli dialect of Delhi...

 and Marathi

Marathi language

Marathi is an Indo-Aryan language spoken by the Marathi people of western and central India. It is the official language of the state of Maharashtra. There are over 68 million fluent speakers worldwide. Marathi has the fourth largest number of native speakers in India and is the fifteenth most...

 movies for since the late 1960s.

Ashok Saraf is known mainly for comedy movies, many of which he appeared in with Laxmikant Berde

Laxmikant Berde

Lakshmikant Berde was an Indian actor who appeared in Marathi and Hindi movies.- Early life :From his early years, Lakshmikant was interested in acting...

. Apart from films, Ashok Saraf has also starred in television serials like Yeh Choti Badi Baatein and Hum Paanch

Hum Paanch

Hum Paanch was an Indian sitcom. It was first aired in 1995. It ran for few years before it went off-the-air. It returned for a second season in 2005 and was taken off-the-air again in mid 2006...

 (as Anand Mathur).

Personal life

Saraf is married to actress Nivedita Joshi-Saraf

Nivedita Joshi

Nivedita Joshiis an actress in the Marathi and Hindi language film industry of India of the late 1980s and early 1990s.She married with the great Marathi and Hindi actor Ashok Saraf.-Films:* Apnapan ......

. They have one son.

Filmography

1. Singham (Hindi) (2011) .... Head Constable Savalkar
2. Dhoom 2 Dhamaal (2011)... Eknathrao Patil (Shiva)
3. Kunasathi Kunitari (2011)
4. Pakda Pakdi (2011)
5. Familywala
   Familywala
   Familywala is a Bollywood movie not yet released. It is directed by Neeraj Vora and stars Arjun Rampal and Dia Mirza-Cast:* Arjun Rampal* Ghafoor Hussain* Dia Mirza* Shoma Anand* Ashok Saraf* Paresh Rawal* Yash Tonk...
   
    (Hindi) (2010) (Stuck/On Hold)
6. Sarkhe Chhatit Dukthtaye (New Marathi Play) (2010)
7. Ideachi Kalpana (2010)
8. Most Wanted
   Most Wanted
   *Lists used by law enforcement agencies to alert the public, such as:**FBI Ten Most Wanted Fugitives**FBI Most Wanted Terrorists**United States Secret Service Most Wanted Fugitives**U.S...
   
    (2010)
9. Tata Birla Ani Laila (2010)... Birla
10. Aika Dajiba (2010)
11. Master Eke Master (2009)
12. Nishani Daava Angatha(2009)
13. Hastil Tyache Daat Distil (2009)
14. Balirajache Rajya Yeu De (2009)
15. Gosht Lagnanantarchi (2009)
16. Ek Daav Dhobi Pachhad (2008)
17. Adala Badali (2008) .... Chandu
18. Aaba Zindabad (2008)
19. Baba Lagin (2008)
20. Anolkhi Hey Ghar Maze (2008) .... Mr.Deshmukh
21. Aamhi Satpute (2008) .... Mamanji
22. Saade Maade Teen (2008) .... Ratan
23. Sakkha Bhau Pakka Vairi (2008)
24. Chalu Navra Bholi Bayko (2008)
25. Ek Unad Divas (2007)
26. Sakhi (2007)
27. Mi Nahi Ho Tyatla (2007)
28. Karaayla Gelo Ek (2007)
29. Lapun Chapun (2007)
30. Pahili Sher Dusri Savvasher Navara Pavsher (2006)
31. Devaa Shapath Khota Saangen Khara Saangnaar Naahi (2006)
32. Shubhmangal Savadhan (2006)
33. Kalubaichya Navane Changbhal (2006)
34. Akhand Saubhagywati (2006)
35. Soon Laadki Saasarachi (2005)
36. Saval Majhya Premacha (2005)
37. Aai No. 1 (2005)
38. Qatal E Aam (2005)
39. Thoda Tum Badlo Thoda Hum (2004)
40. Navra Mazha Navsacha (2004)
41. Sanshay Kallol (2004)
42. Fukat Chambu Baburao (2004)
43. Kyaa Dil Ne Kahaa
    Kyaa Dil Ne Kahaa
    Kyaa Dil Ne Kahaa is a 2002 romantic comedy made in Bollywood and directed by Sanjay Chel. This film focuses on the relationship of Rahul and Esha , who are both students in the New Zealand.-Cast:* Tusshar Kapoor as Rahul...
    
     (2002) .... Mr. Patel
44. Kuch Tum Kaho Kuch Hum Kahein
    Kuch Tum Kaho Kuch Hum Kahein
    Kuchh Tum Kaho Kuchh Hum Kahein is a Bollywood action film directed by Ravi Sharma Shankar. The film stars Fardeen Khan and introducing Richa Pallod. Farida Jalal, Govind Namdeo and Mukesh Tiwari had supporting roles in the film...
    
     (2002) .... Govind
45. Ittefaq
    Ittefaq
    The Daily Ittefaq is a daily newspaper which is one of the most published and circulated newspaper published from Bangladesh. This newspaper printed in Bengali by Ittefaq Group of Publications Limited...
    
     (2001) .... Shambhu Shikari
46. Inteqam
    Inteqam
    Inteqam is an Indian film directed by Rajkumar Kohli and released in 1988. The movie stars Sunny Deol, Anil Kapoor, Kimi Katkar, Kader Khan.-Characters:* Sunny Deol ...* Anil Kapoor ...* Shakti Kapoor ...* Amjad Khan ...* Kimi Katkar ...* Kader Khan ......
    
     (2001) .... Mulri (Watchman)
47. Jodi No.1
    Jodi No.1
    Jodi No.1 is a 2001 Bollywood crime comedy film directed by David Dhawan and starring Govinda and Sanjay Dutt along with Shakti Kapoor, Anupam Kher, Monica Bedi and Twinkle Khanna.-Plot:...
    
     (2001) .... Ashok Rai
48. Aashiq
    Aashiq
    Aashiq, a word meaning love in Hindi, may refer to:*Aashiq *Aashiq...
    
     (2001) .... Constable
49. Afsana Dilwalon Ka (2001) .... Pyarebhai
50. Bhajiwali Sakhu Havaldar Bhiku(2000)
51. Joru Ka Ghulam (2000) .... P.K. Girpade
52. Beti No. 1
    Beti No. 1
    Beti No 1 was a bollywood film released in year 2000 starring Govinda, Rambha, Aruna Irani,Prem Chopra.It was remake of a Telegu Film.-Plot:...
    
     (2000) .... Ram Bhatnagar
53. Bhakti Heech Khari Shakti (2000)
54. Saubhagyadan (2000)
55. Khoobsurat (1999) .... Mahesh Chaudhary (Gambler)
56. Bhasma (1999) .... Masanjogi
57. Bandhan
    Bandhan
    Bandhan is a Bollywood drama/action film starring Salman Khan, Rambha, Jackie Shroff and Ashwini Bhave. The film was released in 1998. Salman Khan plays an orphan who gets help from his sister's husband...
    
     (1998) .... Chillu
58. Pyar Kiya To Darna Kya (1998) .... Tadkomal
59. Koi Kisi Se Kum Nahin (1997)
60. Yes Boss
    Yes Boss
    Yes Boss is a 1997 Indian Bollywood film directed by Aziz Mirza and produced by Ratan Jain. It stars Shahrukh Khan, Juhi Chawla, and Aditya Pancholi in pivotal roles.-Synopsis:...
    
     (1997) .... Johnny
61. Gupt: The Hidden Truth
    Gupt: The Hidden Truth
    Gupt: The Hidden Truth is a Bollywood suspense thriller movie released in 1997, directed by Rajiv Rai. The film starred Bobby Deol, Manisha Koirala, Kajol, Paresh Rawal, Om Puri and Raj Babbar. It was one of the biggest successes of 1997....
    
     (1997) .... Havaldar Pandu
62. Judge Mujrim (1997) .... PA Natwar
63. Koyla
    Koyla
    Koyla is a 1997 Hindi film produced and directed by Rakesh Roshan.The film stars Shahrukh Khan, Madhuri Dixit, Amrish Puri, Himani Shivpuri, Johnny Lever, Ashok Saraf and Kunika...
    
     (1997) .... Vedji
64. Kunku (1997)
65. Bal Bramhachari
    Bal Bramhachari
    Bal Bramhachari is 1996 Hindi Movie directed by Prakash Mehra and Amit Mehra and starring Puru Raajkumar in his film debut, Karishma Kapoor, Deepak Tijori, and Simran....
    
     (1996) .... Pyare Mohan
66. Aisi Bhi Kya Jaldi Hai (1996) .... Dr. Avinash
67. Army
    Army
    An army An army An army (from Latin arma "arms, weapons" via Old French armée, "armed" (feminine), in the broadest sense, is the land-based military of a nation or state. It may also include other branches of the military such as the air force via means of aviation corps...
    
     (1996) .... Pascal
68. Gehra Raaz (1996)
69. Maaya Mamata (1996)
70. Guddu
    Guddu
    Guddu is a 1995 Bollywood romance film written by Abrar Alvi and directed by Prem Lalwani. The movie stars Shahrukh Khan, Manisha Koirala, Deepti Naval, Mukesh Khanna and Mehmood. Its music was composed by Naushad.- Story :...
    
     (1995) .... Baliya
71. Aazmayish
    Aazmayish
    Aazmayish is a 1995 Bollywood film starring Dharmendra....
    
     (1995) .... Roshanlal
72. Jamla Ho Jamla (1995)
73. Karan Arjun
    Karan Arjun
    Karan Arjun is an Indian Bollywood film starring- Salman Khan, Shahrukh Khan, Kajol, Mamta Kulkarni, Raakhee, Amrish Puri, Johnny Lever and Ranjeet. The film was directed by Rakesh Roshan, and written by Ravi Kapoor and Sachin Bhowmick. Karan Arjun is a mix of an upbeat Bollywood musical,...
    
     (1995) .... Munshiji aka Karan and Arjun (International: English title)
74. Topi Var Topi (1995)
75. Dhamal Jodi (1995)
76. Painjan (1995)
77. Sukhi Sansarachi 12 Sutre (1995)
78. Nazar Ke Samne
    Nazar Ke Samne
    Nazar Ke Samne is an Indian film directed by Jagdish A. Sharma and released in 1994. It stars Akshay Kumar, Farheen.-Plot:Umesh, a photographer is arrested for the murder of his newspaper editor. The fact that they had an altercation earlier and that he was found at the murder scene with the murder...
    
     (1994) .... Mamu
79. Sangdil Sanam
    Sangdil Sanam
    Sangdil Sanam is an Indian Bollywood film directed by Shomu Mukherjee. The film stars Salman Khan and Manisha Koirala in lead roles. It released on 2 February 1994.-Synopsis:...
    
     (1994) .... Bhalchander aka Sangdil Sanam: The Heartless Lover (USA: DVD box title)
80. Aa Gale Lag Jaa
    Aa Gale Lag Jaa (1994 film)
    Aa Gale Lag Jaa is 1994 Hindi language movie directed by Hamid Ali Khan and starring Jugal Hansraj, Urmila Matondkar, Paresh Rawal, Ashok Saraf, Ranjeet, Reema Lagoo, Raza Murad and Gulshan Grover....
    
     (1994) .... Dhaniram
81. Karan
    Karan
    Karan is a small town in Mali. As of 1998 the commune had a population of 9876. Sharn More, a Canadian singer, was born in Mali.Karan is as well the name of 18th son of Kaveh Ahangar, a famous story in Iranian poet book, Shahnameh. This book is an enormous poetic opus written by the Persian poet...
    
     (1994)
82. Vazir
    Vazir
    Vazir may refer to:*Vazir Agha, Pakistani writer*Yusif Vazir Chamanzaminli, Azerbaijani writer*Vazir, Afghanistan*Vizier...
    
     (1994)
83. Sasar Maaher (1994)
84. Dil Hai Betaab
    Dil Hai Betaab
    Dil Hai Betaab is a 1993 Indian romance film directed by K.C. Bokadia. The film stars Vivek Mushran, Ajay Devgan and Pratibha Sinha.-Cast:*Vivek Mushran as Raja*Ajay Devgan as Ajay*Pratibha Sinha as Meena*Mohnish Bahl as Vikram Singh...
    
     (1993) .... Vikram's employee
85. Aaplee Maanse (1993)
86. Jaagruti
    Jaagruti
    Jaagruti is an Indian Bollywood film directed by Suresh Krissna, released on 3 July 1992. The film stars Salman Khan and Karisma Kapoor in lead roles.-Plot:...
    
     (1993) .... Sevalal
87. Lapandav (1993).....Abheejit Samarth
88. Wajva Re Wajva (1993)....uttam Tople
89. Tu Sukhakarta (1993)
90. Premankur (1993)
91. Wat Pahate Punvechi (1993)
92. Wajava Re Wajava (1993)
93. Sarphira
    Sarphira
    Sarphira is a 1992 Bollywood film directed by Ashok Gaekwad. The film stars Vinod Mehra, Sanjay Dutt, Madhavi, Sumeet Saigal, Kimi Katkar, Kiran Juneja and Shreeram Lagoo....
    
     (1992)
94. Meera Ka Mohan (1992)
95. I Love You
    I Love You (1992 film)
    I Love You is a 1992 Hindi-language Indian feature film directed by Vara Prasad, starring Prashanth, Sabah, Tanuja, Beena, Reema Lagoo, Laxmikant Berde, Asrani, Amrish Puri, Ashok Saraf and Charan Raj.-Plot:...
    
     (1992)
96. Naseebwaala (1992) .... Gangaram Lalwani
97. Prem Deewane
    Prem Deewane
    Prem Deewane is a 1992 Indian Bollywood film directed by Sachin Pilgaonkar and produced by Ashok Ghai. It stars Jackie Shroff, Madhuri Dixit, Vivek Mushran, Pooja Bhatt in pivotal roles.-Cast:* Jackie Shroff...Ashutosh* Madhuri Dixit...Shivangi Mehra...
    
     (1992) .... Shomu
98. Shubh Mangal Savdhan (1992)
99. Aikaav Te Nawalach (1992)
100. Than Than Gopala (1992)
101. Dhar Pakad (1992)
102. Zhunj Tujhi Majhi (1992)
103. Benaam Badsha (1991) .... Vinay Chandra Rathod aka VCR
104. Aayatya Gharat Gharoba (1991) ....(fake)Gopinath Kirthikar aka Gopukaka
105. Aflatoon (1991) .... Bajarang Rav
106. Chaukat Raja
     Chaukat Raja (film)
     Chaukat Raja , is a Marathi film made in 1991. The film is directed by Sanjay Soorkar and produced by Smita Talvalkar.-Cast:Following table shows details of Cast for Chaukat Raja.-Awards:...
     
      (1991) Gana
107. Godi Gulabi (1991)
108. Jasa Baap Tashi Poore (1991) .... Raja
109. Mumbai Te Mauritius (1991) .... Prem Ladku aka Bombay to Mauritius (International: English title)
110. Yaara Dildara
     Yaara Dildara
     Yaara Dildara is a 1991 Indian Bollywood film directed by Mirza Brothers. It stars Aashif Sheikh, Ruchika Panday, and Rohini Hattangadi in pivotal roles. The movie marked debut of music directors Jatin Lalit.-Soundtrack:...
     
      (1991)
111. Anapekshit (1991)
112. Balidaan (1991)
113. Thamb Thamb Jau Nako Lamb(1990)
114. Ina Mina Dika (1990) .... Mina
115. Shejari Shejari (1990) .... Keshav Kulkarni
116. Chor Pe Mor (1990)
117. Amchya Sarkhe Aamhich (1990)Abhay/kailas
118. Dhamal Bablya Ganpyachi (1990)
119. Tuzhi Mazhi Jamli Jodi (1990) aka We Are Life Partners
120. Eka Peksha Ek (1990)
121. Ghanchakkar (1990)
122. Ejaa Beeja Teeja (1990)
123. FekaFeki (1990)
124. Baapre Baap (1990)
125. Tiyya (1990)
126. Dharla Tar Chavatay (1989)
127. Bade Ghar Ki Beti (1989) .... Kasturi
128. Atmavishwas (1989) .... Vijay Jhende
129. Balache Baap Brahmachari (1989) .... Vilas T V Wale
130. Bhutacha Bhau (1989)
131. Maalmasala (1989)
132. Ek Gadi Baki Anadi (1989)
133. Kalat Nakalat (1989)
134. Nawara Bayako (1989)
135. Garibon Ka Daata (1989)
136. Madhu Chandrachi Ratra (1989)
137. Aaghat (1989)
138. Ghar Ghar Ki Kahani (1988) .... Lallu Ram
139. Ashi Hi Banwa Banwi
     Ashi Hi Banwa Banwi
     Ashi Hi Banwa Banwi is a comedy Marathi film directed by Sachin and released in India in 1988.-Cast:*Ashok Saraf - Dhananjay Mane*Sachin - Sudhir /Sudha*Laxmikant Berde - Parshuram /Parvati...
     
      (1988) .... Dhananjay Mane
140. Aurat Teri Yehi Kahani (1988) .... Bhagwan Singh
141. Changu Mangu (1988) .... Changu/Ayappa
142. Maza Pati Karodpati (1988) .... Dinkar Luktuke aka My Husband Is a Millionaire (International: English title)
143. Saglikade Bombabomb (1988)
144. Disata Tas Nasata (1988)
145. Mamla Poricha(1988)
146. Pandharichi Vari (1988)
147. Shiv Shakti
     Shiv Shakti
     Shiv Shakti is a 1988 Indian film.-Cast:*Govinda*Kimi Katkar*Anita Raj*Shatrughan Sinha*Gulshan Grover-Film Songs:"Holi Main Dil Se Dil Mila Lo" - Singer Alka Yagnik & Mohd Aziz...
     
      (1988)
148. Pratighaat (1987) .... Crooked Lawyer aka The Revenge
149. Anandi Anand (1987)
150. Chhakke Panje (1987) .... Ashok
151. Gammat Jammat
     Gammat Jammat
     Gammat Jammat is a comedy Marathi film directed by Sachin released in India in 1987. This movie is famous for the song "Ashwini Ye Na" sung by legendary Bollywood singer-actor Kishore Kumar and for the large-screen debut of actress Varsha Usgaonkar.-Summary:Gautam & Phalgun are old friends...
     
      (1987) .... Phalgun
152. Prem Karuya Khullam Khulla (1987) .... Bajarang
153. Premasathi Vattel Te (1987)
154. Muddat (1986) .... Narayan aka Ages
155. Gadbad Ghotala (1986) .... Hemant 'Hemu' Dhole aka Everything in Chaos
156. Maa Beti (1986)
157. Tuzya Vachun Karmena (1986)
158. Khara Warasdar (1986)
159. DhumDhadaka (1985) .... Ashok Gupchup
160. Ghar Dwaar (1985) .... Bahadur
161. Gaon Tasa Changla Pan Veshila Tangla(1985)
162. Khichadi (1985)
163. Sagge Soyare (1985)
164. Phulwari (1984) .... Rickshaw driver
165. Abodh (1984) .... Hanuman (Shankar's friend)
166. Ek Daav Bhutacha
     Ek Daav Bhutacha
     -Cast:*Dilip Prabhavalkar*Ashok Saraf*Ranjana*Mohan Kothiwan*Ram Nagarkar*Sulochna*Mohan Joshi*Raghavendra Kadkol-Plot:The plot revolves around a school master, portrayed by Dilip Prabhavalkar. He is a simple and honest teacher who is posted to teach in a school in a small village of rural India...
     
      (1984) .... Mavala Bhut khandoji farjand
167. Sasu varchadh Jawai (1984)
168. BinKamacha Navara (1984)..... Tukaram/Tukya
169. Gosht Dhamal Namyachi (1984)....namdev/namya
170. Hech Mazha Maher (1984)..... Kammana
171. Navari Mile Navryala (1984) .... Baalasaheb inamdar aka The Boy Gets a Bride (International: English title)
172. Bahuroopi(1984)....Bahurupi
173. Chawhata (1984)
174. Kulswamini Ambabai (1984)
175. Zakhmi Waghin (1984)
176. Gulchaadi (1984)
177. Jugalbandi (1984)
178. Savvasher (1984)
179. Thakas Mahathak (1984)
180. Baiko Asavi Ashi (1983)
181. Gupchup Gupchup (1983)....prof dhond
182. Raghu Maina (1983)
183. Kashala Udyachi Baat (1983)
184. Galli Te Dilli(1982)
185. Don Baika Fajiti Aika (1982)
186. Maibaap (1982)
187. Savitrichi Sun (1982)
188. Ek Dav Bhatacha (1982)
189. Aapalech Daat Aapalech Oth (1982)
190. Bhannat Bhanu (1982)
191. Daivat (1982)
192. Gondhalat Gondhal (1981) .... Madan
193. Sundara Satarkar (1981)
194. Are Sansar Sansar (1981)
195. Govinda Aala Re Aala (1981)
196. Nagin (1981)
197. Mosmabi Narangi (1981)
198. Choravar Mor (1980)
199. Phatakadi (1980)
200. Sulavarchi Poli (1980)
201. Hich Khari Daulat (1980)
202. Sawaj (1980)
203. Saubhagwan (1980)
204. Sharan Tula Bhagwanta (1980)
205. Duniya Kari Salam (1979) .... Shivanand
206. Meri Biwi Ki Shaadi (1979) .... Advocate Venkat Vyas
207. Paijecha Vida (1979)
208. Chimanrao Gundyabhau (1979)
209. Haldikunku (1979)
210. Bailaveda (1979)
211. Deed Shahane (1979)
212. Sasurvashin (1978)
213. Damaad (1978)
214. Gyanabachi Mekh (1979)
215. Sushila (1978)
216. Ram Ram Gangaram(1977).....Mhamdu Khatik
217. Nawara Maja Bramhmachari (1977)
218. Jawal Ye Laju Nako (1976)
219. Tumacha Amacha Jamala (1976)
220. Pandu Hawaldar (1975)
221. Varat (1975)
222. Pandoba Poragi Phasali (1975)
223. Aalay Tufan Darayala (1973)
224. Donhi Gharcha Pahuna (1971)
225. Janaki (1969)
226. Pratidaav (????)
227. Shradha (????)
228. Navra Majhya Muthit Ga (????)
229. Hasva Fasavi (????)
230. Chalana Gade (????)
231. Hasat Khelat (????)
232. Patlin (????)
233. Devghar (????)
234. Sawai Hawaldar (????)
235. Savitri (????)
236. Aai Tujha Ashirwaad (????)

Television Series

1. Nana O Nana (2011)
2. Zopi Gelela Jaga Zala (1986)
3. Don't Worry Ho Jayega as Sanjay Bhandari
4. Yeh Choti Badi Baatein
5. Hum Paanch (1995) & (2005) as Anand Mathur
6. Chutki Bajaake
7. Raju Raja Rajasaab