Marathi Tv Serial Vadalvaat - Cast & Crew

Meghna Vaidya is a Marathi television actress. She is famous for “Joshi Ki Kamble”(2008), “Valu” (2008), “Singham Returns” (2014), “Agnihotra” (2009), “Singham”(2011), “Pasant Aahe Mulgi” (2016), and “Dhaam Dhoom” (2013). She also worked in shows like “Ekach Hya Janmi Janu”, “Kulvadhu”, and “Vadalvaat.” “Singham Returns” is a Hindi action movie released on 15^th August 2014. Meghna played the role of “Singham’s mother” in the movie. In a Marathi movie, “Valu (The Wild Bull), " Meghna also appeared,” released on 25^th January 2008. Meghna primarily works in the Marathi entertainment industry. She featured in films like “Dhaam Dhoom” (2013), “Singham” (2011), and “Maat” (2013). Her exceptional acting skills in each film created a lasting impression on the audience.

Neelam Shirke is an Indian TV actress who worked for the Marathi film industry. She became famous for her work in Zee Marathi serials like Vadalvat, Asambhav, Advocate Shalini, Namaskar Mandali, and Saheb, Biwi aani Mi. Neelam also worked in popular Marathi channels like Mi Marathi, Star Pravah, DD Sahyadri, and ETV Marathi. Some of her popular filmography work includes Gadbad Gondhal in 2018, Tendulkar Out in 2013, Pratisaad: The Response in 2010, Ekda Kay Zale Bayko Udali Bhur, and many others.

Aditi Sarangdhar is an Indian actress, who is a household name for the Marathi audience and best known for her lead role as a cop, Saloni Deshmukh, in Star Pravah’s crime-thriller “Lakshya” (2015). She was born on 16 October 1981 in Kalyan, Maharashtra to Shaila and Dr. Dipak Sarangdhar. She has two sisters, Amita and Nikita. She graduated with a degree in philosophy from the Ramnarain Ruia College in Mumbai, where she excelled as a theatre actress in Ekankinas (one-act plays).

Anuradha Rajadhyaksha is an Indian film actress. This multitalented and popular actress works in the Marathi and Hindi TV as well as the film industry. Anuradha belongs to Nashik. She studied at M.R. Sarda Kanya Vidyalaya in Nashik. She completed her bachelor's degree in commerce from B.Y.K. Sinnar College of Commerce and BGL degree from N.B. Thakur Law college. She is married to Abhay Rajadhyaksha, and they have two children.

Sukanya Kulkarni is an Indian actress of 46. She was born on 23rd Dec, 1968, in Mumbai. She has got early education from Balmohan Vidyamandir in Dader. Then she has joined Ruparel College for her education. Her character in ‘Abhalmaya’ brought real fame and popularity to her.

She has worked in Hindi TV serials and some Marathi films. She has started her carrier as actress from the Marathi theater. She has essayed the main role in the popular movie ‘Varsa Laxmicha.’ The story was based on independence movement.  She has essayed the role of Laxmi who was the wife of a feudal lord. But she left her errant husband and joined the freedom movement. She has performed a supporting role in a super hit film ‘Sarkarnama’. ‘Sarkarnama’ was based on Indian politics. Other than this she has performed the role of sister in law of Aamir Khan in the super hit Hindi movie ‘Sarfarosh.’

Although she has performed in many Hindi and Marathi movies but her main break through were TV serials. She has performed in both Hindi and Marathi serials. Before appearing in ‘Abhalmaya’ she has performed in ‘Shanti.’ She has essayed role of rape victim in it. This serial was aired on Doordarshan. She has performed in ‘Rang Badalti Odhani’ also. In this serial she has performed the role of Gangbai. First, this role was performed by Bhavana Balsawer but then Bhava was replaced by Sukanya. In short, she has a very rich history of acting. In personal life she is kind hearted person and likes to participate in social welfare activities.

Hemangi Kavi is a celebrated artist in the Marathi film industry with her natural acting. Hemangi was born on August 26, 1988, and brought up in Kalwa in Thane. The Mumbai girl attended Sahakar Vidhya Prasarak Mandal School in Kalwa and completed her graduation from JJ School of Arts, specializing in Fine Arts. After her graduation, she completed the Java and Web Designing course and went on to work on a regular 9 to 5 job. But destiny had other plans. Soon after, she lost interest in her routine and realized that acting was her true calling. So Hemangi quit her job and turned her concentration towards acting.

Kshitee Jog is an Indian television actress. She was born in Maratha family in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. She is the daughter of renowned Maratha actor Anant Jog and Maratha actress Ujwala Jog. She got married to a Maratha actor Hemant Dhome. She joined theatre since her childhood. She acted in many plays and dramas.

She made her debut in the Zee TV serial “Ghar Ki Lakshmi Betiyann” or “Betiyann” in 2006. The story of the serial is about a family having four daughters and due to medical problem with the mother; father marries to another woman for a male child. It was directed by Rajan Shahi. Kshitee played the role of Saraswati the eldest daughter who is in love with Kshitij but marries Bhavishya who is a psychopath and he tries to kill her. Kshitee became popular by playing the role of Saraswati. After this she was seen in the serial “Aapki Antara” which was also aired on Zee TV. She played the role of Antara’s step-mother in the serial. She also played the role of Suhasini in the episode of “Haunted Nights - Kaun Hai Woh?” which was aired on Sahara One. In 2011, she was seen in the serial “Navya” of Star Plus. She played the role of Neeta Mishra as Navya’s mother. She is a housewife and a mother. She is very friendly and lovable. She believes that women should make compromises for the happiness of the family. Now she is acting the role of Devyaani Raj Shekhar Singhania in the serial “Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai” of Star Plus. The story of the show focuses on the daily happenings within the household of an Udaipur family. It is one of the longest running serial in Indian television history. It was started in 2009 and is currently running. Kshitee also acted in the serials like Sarabhai Vs Sarabhai, Maan Rahe Tera Pitaah, etc. Kshitee won many awards for her acting in her career.

Pushkar Shrotri is an Indian film actor and TV artist and a director who has been active in Bollywood, Marathi films and theatre and TV as well. He has done his graduation from M L Dahanukar College. He has worked in more than 25 movies and is a renowned name in the Marathi Film Industry and has been active in movies since 2003.His work has been highly applauded in Marathi films movies like Haapus and Kay Dyache Bola. His main performances in Bollywood are in the blockbuster Munna Bhai M.B.B.S, and its sequel Lage Raho Munna Bhai as a doctor. In 2009, he co-directed a Marathi film Haay Kaay Naay Kaay. He got critics appreciation for performing as super cop in the Rege (2014) in which he changed his look and style. He played the role of a real life ex police officer Sachin Waze in this new avatar, he had to take permission for this and he got it for the motive of the movie was to increase faith of people in police and he was compared to character Bajirao Singham for his incredible and powerful performance in the movie. His next movie Sata Lota Pan Sagla Khota released in September, 2014.               

On TV he has worked in Hasa Chakatfu that was telecasted on Zee Marathi and in Smart Sunbai telecasted on DD Sahyadri. His filmography includes Balkadu, the movie based on life on Balasaheb Thakre, PG- A Paying Ghost based on VP Kale’s novel Badali is a fun film showing a homesless ghost family and a common man, Sanshay Kallol is a movie between husband and wives and their comedy and worries about their partner cheating each other, Kai Karu Na Kasa Karu a comedy movie based on confusions that is very hilarious, Badam Rani Gulam Chor, Preet Tujhi Majhi a romantic movie for die heart lovers, Morya movie based on Ganeshotsav and how politics plays role in the festival, Anolkhi Hey Ghar Maze, a joint family movie which lives in Pune and many other movies as well. As stated by him acting is his full time profession and he is satisfied with the way things are going for him especially in the Marathi film industry where he is acknowledged and is working on continuous multiple movie projects in versatile and powerful roles.

Pick up any of the well-known artists from the Bollywood industry and try looking into the work they do. Most are actors, some being producers and directors along, others make a business of their own and so on. Most people like to do it on the screen, whatever they do. We find very few personalities who though have done movies and been on the big-screen, but who’ve devoted most of their lives for a background job. One such personality in our Indian cinema industry is, Uday Sabnis.

Prasad Oak is an Indian Film Actor, Writer, Director, Singer, Producer, Poet, and Anchor. He works in the Bollywood and Marathi Film and Television Industry. Prasad was born on the 17th of February in the year 1975. He was born in Pune, Maharashtra. He is married to Manjulika Oak. He has two kids whose names are Mayank Oak and Sarthak Oak.

Avinash Narkar is a multitalented Actor of the Marathi Film Industry. He did so many memorable and effective roles in Television Serials, Dramas, and Movies. He was born in the city of Cinema, Mumbai and was brought up in Lower Parel. Avinash lived in a big family along with five brothers. He started out his career, by first working in a company called as Best. He got married before twenty years to Aishwarya. She is also a versatile actor, who has done roles in many movies, skits and serials.

Arun Nalawade is an Indian Marathi film and theatre actor, producer and director, who earned fame and success after he acted and co-produced the Marathi film, Shwaas which was released in year 2004. The film is the official entry of India to the Oscar Awards 2004 and it received the 6th place position in the 77th Academy Award for being the Best Foreign Language Film at that time. The film also received the National Award for Best Film in year 2004. Prior to this, Shwaas have faced financial issues in showcasing and promoting the film at the Oscars. Luckily, many people contribute to make it to the Oscars including the legendary, Amitabh Bachchan and Marathi cricketer, Sachin Tendulkar. Students from the Jogeshwari create lamps and sell them to contribute to the film.

In 2005, he bagged the role of Suryakant Ghodake in the movie, Kaydyacha Bola. Arun has done films like Divasen Divas, Shan and Chasme Bahaddar in 2006. He also appeared in the short film, Pailteer which was shot in Toronto, Canada and was starred as Havaldar Bajrang Baija Kaka Desai in Hee Porgi Kunachi. In year 2007, Arun directed the Marathi film, Shri Siddhivinayak Mahima. He essayed a fatherly role in the Marathi film, Gojiri and bagged the role of Lord Pandurang in ‘Arre… Devaa!’ in year 2007. In 2011, he was also seen in the film, Teecha Baap Tyacha Baap. He played a supporting role in the Marathi film, Spandan in 2012. Arun was also cast in the Marathi film, Mala Anna Vhaychay in 2013, where he played the role of Anna Hazare, a anti-corruption activist in India. He was also seen in Gajendra Ahire’s Anumati which stars Vikram Gokhale and Neena Kulkarni in the same year. He bags the role of a cycle Rikshawala in Sanjiv Kolte’s Marathi film, Taani; a story about a family who struggles so their daughter can achieve her dreams in 2013. This year, he donned the role of Antookaka in another Marathi film, Vees Mhanje Vees. He also appeared as Annasaheb Gunthe Patil, a local politician who owns a college in the film, Campus Katta. Arun is also part of Vidnyan Siddhi Films’ Sangharsh, where he essayed the role of Gurav Kaka.

Arun appeared as Janak Jadeja/Dadu in the family show, Zindagi Kahe – Smile Please which was aired on Life OK in 2011. He also done an episodic in Star Plus’ Lakhon Mein Ek in year 2012; in a story that depicts the life of a victim of domestic violence.

Chinmay Mandlekar was born on 2nd February 1979 in Maharashtra. Being an Indian Marathi boy, he did his graduate in National School of Drama. Chinmay in his early age has proven his skills by acting and directing plays like Bechaki, Sukhanshi Bhandto Aamhi successfully. The Marathi actor having laid his foundation strong in cine field, made his first debut in Tere Bin Laden(2010) and also in Shanghai.

Ketan Kshirsagar is a Marathi TV actor. Mostly known for his versatility, this actor has proved his worth in all segments of the TV industry. Acting in many Marathi serials, he has been a very hardworking and passionate individual on the sets according to his co-workers and directors. He even got nominated for Best Villain Category for the prestigious Zee Marathi Award. Worked in many Hindi and Marathi plays, he also has a firm grip in stage plays. He is loved for the variety of roles that he played gracefully and impressed the audience in whatever language he performed.

Umesh Kamat is a Marathi actor as well as a model. He has done a number of regional television series and movies. Umesh was born on 12 December 1978. His mother worked in the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). He lived in Santacruz (West) in RBI Colony for about 20 years. He did his schooling and post-graduation in Mumbai. He then decided to take up acting as a profession.

Santosh Juvekar is a Marathi stage, television and film actor. He has also appeared in many Hindi films. Santosh Juvekar started his professional acting career in the year of 2004 by making the appearance in the play ‘Aani Makarand Rajadhyaksha’ in the Marathi language; he portrayed the character of Naren Deshmukh in the play which was directed by Dilip Kolhatkar; the play also starred Vikram Gokhale. Santosh made his debut in films through Rajiv Patil’s movie Blind Game in the year 2006. 

Lokesh Gupte, full name Lokesh Vijay Gupte is a Marathi television, theatre, and film actor. He completed his graduation from Symbiosis College in Pune, Maharashtra, in Bachelor of Commerce. After the completion of the degree, Vijay came to Mumbai, Maharashtra, to try in the field of acting. Lokesh started his career as an assistant director for theatre and television personality, Vijay Apte for Tele-Vision series, later for the news-based programs and commercials for TV. The experience gave a kick start to his Television career.

Bharat Ganeshpure is an Indian Comedian, Film, and Television Actor. He works in Hindi and Marathi Film & Television Industry. Bharat was born on the 15th of August in the year 1969. He was born in Daryapur Banosa, Maharashtra. He is 5 feet and 5 inches tall (165 cm). He graduated from Shri Shivaji Agriculture College in Amravati, Maharashtra. He is married and has a son whose name is Dhruv.

Abhijeet Chavan is an Indian, Marathi, and Hindi film, TV and stage on-screen character, prominent for his comic jobs in Marathi theater and Marathi movies and TV from India. He is at present acting in the everyday cleanser Asa Caesar Surekh Bai on Colors Marathi channel. He additionally works in the web arrangement known as Struggler Saala, accessible on YouTube. He is acclaimed for the character 'Ace,' bolstered by Ashish Pawar who plays 'Bandu' the understudy and a lot more in the Marathi parody arrangement, Comedy Express.

Subodh Bhave is an actor and director in the Marathi film industry. He was born on 9th November 1975 in Pune, Maharashtra, India. He lives in Mumbai. Subodh Bhave pursued his graduation degree from Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce. He worked as a salesman in a small IT company named Inika Technologies located in Koregaon Park in Pune. Later, he found that he was interested in acting line, so he shifted to the acting career. Subodh Bhave worked in several Marathi movies, serials, and theatre. He received appreciation from renowned professionals. His popular roles consist of the role of Bal Gangadhar Tilak in the film titled as Lokmanya- Ek Yug Purush. It was a biopic on India’s most popular social reformer.

There have been a few cases in the entertainment world where promising careers have been cut short by the cruel hands of death. So was the case of the predominantly Marathi actor Anand Abhyankar, when he met with a fatal car accident while returning to Mumbai, along with fellow actor Akshay Pendse. Earlier in life, following the Marathi tradition, he had started off with a promising theatre career, while he was studying in Pune, where he had shifted from his home town Nagpur.

As he joined more and more theatre groups, his name spread far and wide in the Marathi theatre world, his first commercial play being a comedy. Incidentally one of his co stars in this play happened to be Mohan Joshi who also became famous in Hindi films and TV serials. Anand’s very first play went on to run for over 1000 shows, establishing him firmly on the Marathi stage. 

Moving forward in his stage career, Abhyankar got the opportunity to feature in one more record breaking Marathi play, “Aai Retire Hotey”. This play narrowly missed the 1000 shows mark. With Anand’s name spreading across the state, it did not take much time for him to get roles in Marathi films as well. 

However, it was Mahesh Manjrekar who brought him into the world of Hindi films, through two of his own directorial ventures, “Vaastav” (1999) and “Jis Desh Mein Ganga Rehta Hain” (2000), at the time Abhyankar had become a well known name in Marathi cinema, known for his acting abilities. Anand crossed over to Marathi TV in a big way only much later in 2009 after a solitary performance in Doordarshan many years earlier. The TV performance that hogged the limelight was his role in “Asambhav” (2009), portraying the role of an 85 year old Parkinson’s disease afflicted person with his trembling mannerisms looking almost lifelike.

Although from his very first stage appearance Anand had a penchant for comic themes, he went on to prove through his variety of roles spread across theatre, movies and serials that he was a multi talented actor, and perhaps his best roles that would have come after further maturity was forever lost for his fans, due to his untimely an unfortunate death.

Mandar Devasthali is a renowned Marathi Director-Actor. He was into theaters when he started his career. His first play was at the age of 4. The first movie directed by him was Shan in the year 2006, and his first TV serial was Abhalmaya in the year 2000. Completing his 5000 episodes in daily soaps Mandar not only made a name in the Marathi industry but also made a debut direction in the Hindi serials. He directed his first Hindi Serial Kuch Toh Log Kahenge, which featured actors like Monish Bahl, Kritika Kamra, Karan Wahi, Alok Nath.