Gautam Adhikari

Gautam Adhikari was an Indian producer, writer, and director. As a well-known name in the Marathi television industry, he produced several Marathi films and TV shows. His wife is Ranjana Adhikari. He had two children; a son, Ravi Adhikari Bio coming soon... >> Read More... , and a daughter, Urvee Adhikari Bio coming soon... >> Read More... . Unfortunately, he died at 67 due to a heart attack at his house in Mumbai. He was the chairman and co-founder of SAB TV, one of the most popular television channels known for unique comedy shows. He was also the former chairman of TV Vision Limited.

Considered a pioneer of the Marathi Television Industry, Gautam completed his diploma before pursuing his career in production and direction. He started a small family business with Markand Adhikari, the “Adhikari Brothers” leading producers. Later, the brothers launched their family-owned firm named “Sri Adhikari Brothers (SAB) Group” in 1985. The firm was India's first publicly advertised television production company, which produced Marathi serials initially but later on carried production and business purposes.

One of the most popular shows telecasted on the SAB channel is “Tarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah.” Under his guidance, the company rose to new heights and achieved several milestones. One of his last releases includes the movie “Wajahh: A Reason to Kill.” Gautam produced several other TV shows like “Hello Inspector, Commander, and Waqt Ki Raftar Specially produced for a U.S Network – TV Asia, th >> Read More... ." Also a writer, he participated in the direction of many Marathi TV series. Bagging the record of most hit TV shows, Gautam was the leading producer-cum- director of his time. "Limca Book of Records" included him for directing the highest number of episodes ever in history.