Ravindra Mahajani (7 October 1946 – 11 July 2023) was an Indian Marathi film actor and director.[1] From the late seventies to the mid eighties, Mahajani featured in Marathi films.
Ravindra Mahajani | |
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 Mahajani in 80s | |
| Born | 7 October 1946 Belgaum, Bombay Province, India |
| Died | (aged 77) Ambi, Maharashtra, India |
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| Years active | 1976–2023 |
| Children | Gashmeer Mahajani (Son) |
Career
editIn his early career, Mahajani drove taxis and auditioned for films. He created Marathi films until 1987–1988.[2][3]
Mahajani was known as "the Vinod Khanna of the Marathi film industry" due to his personality and looks. Because of his resemblance to Vinod Khanna, director N. Chandra wanted him to star in his 1986 film Ankush but Mahajani rejected the offer.
Mahajani featured in many romantic songs, including "Ha Sagari Kinara", "Sumbaran Gao Deva", and "Phite Andharache Jaale". His film Devta is popular among rural fans. His chemistry with Ranjana Deshmukh and Asha Kale was Famous, He did numerous films with both of them. He is known for his roles in Duniya Kari Salam (1979), Mumbaicha Faujdar (1984), Zunj (1975), Kalat Nakalat (1989) and Aaram Haram Ahe (1976). The latter was a Major Hit. He made a comeback with 2015 film Kay Rao Tumhi.[4][5]
In an interaction with TV9, Ashok Saraf shared that "Sincerity was his greatest quality, he excelled in every role. Whatever he did, he did it with his heart, so he was one of the most successful actors of our time."[6]
Education
editRavindra Mahajani completed his schooling from King George High School, Mumbai. He completed his graduation from Guru Nanak Khalsa College of Arts, Science & Commerce, Mumbai. His father H. R. Mahajani was an editor of Marathi-language newspaper.
Personal life
editRavindra Mahajani had a daughter and a son, Gashmeer Mahajani, who is a television and film actor.[7][8]
Awards and Recognitions
edit- Filmfare Award Marathi Best Actor for film Zunj
In the year 2010, Mahajani was awarded with 'Sarvashreshtha Kala Gaurav Puraskar' instituted by Sankskruti kala Darpan [9]
After receiving award, Mahajani said, "Mr. Bhatt signed me for his film first and then for two months he himself offered me tuitions in Gujarathi. It was only after that he launched his film. Later I worked in 11 Gujarathi films besides working in Marathi films.” He further said that after winning his first Filmfare Award, he was appreciated by Bharatratna Lata Mangeshkar.[10]
Death
editMahajani was found dead at his residence in Ambi village, Maval, on 14 July 2023. He was 77.[11]
Selected filmography
edit| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | Saat Hindustani | Police Inspector | Debut |
| 1975 | Zoonj | Arjun Bhausaheb Nangre | Filmfare Marathi Best Actor Award |
| 1976 | Aaram Haram Aahe | Mahesh Kuber/Suresh Vichare | Best Film Award Filmfare Marathi |
| 1979 | Duniya Kari Salam | Paramanand | |
| Haldi Kunku | Shri | ||
| Teen Chehrey | Ravi | ||
| Duniya Karo Salam | Amol (Parmanand) | ||
| Lage Bandhe | Lakya Sutar | ||
| 1980 | Choravar More | Raja | |
| Sulavarchi Poli | Sameer | ||
| 1981 | Soon Mazi Laxmi | Yashwantrao Vastad | |
| Satichi Punyaai | Shekhar Sawant | ||
| 1982 | Gondhalat Gondhal | Ravindra Ghatge | |
| Laxmichi Paule | Praksah | ||
| Galli Te Dilli | Inspector L.K.Sawant | ||
| Raakhandar | Vilas | ||
| Thorli Jau | Sadashiv | ||
| 1983 | Devta | Lakhan Pal | |
| Be Aabroo | Inspector Rakesh | ||
| Kashala Udyachi Baat | Nilesh Sagle | ||
| He Dan Kunkvache | Shyam | ||
| 1984 | Hech Mazha Maher | Sadashiv | |
| Mumbaicha Faujdar | Fauzdar Jaisingh Rao Mohite | ||
| Zakhmi Waghib | Dhaklya Patil | ||
| Maherchi Manase | Dr. Ajit Deshmukh | ||
| 1986 | Badkaar | Reporter Rakesh | |
| Wahem | Sameer Sharma | ||
| 1987 | Sarja | Shivaji I | |
| Antarpat | Dr. Vijay (Viju) | ||
| 1988 | Unad Maina | Ravi | |
| 1989 | Bolo He Chakradhari | Mukta's husband | |
| Goonj | Dennis Periera | ||
| 1990 | Kalat Nakalat | Vinay Rege | |
| Julum | Inspector Ajay Bendre/Kishya | ||
| Dhadaka | Raja | ||
| 1991 | Jeeva Sakha | DK (Main Villain) | |
| 1992 | Jagavegali Paij | Sarkar | |
| 1993 | Asha Puramani Ni Chindri | Gujrati Film | [12] |
| 2001 | Dekhni Bayko Namyachi | Hindurao Patil | |
| 2009 | Rangiberangi | Mr. Choudhary | |
| 2011 | Aajoba Vayat Ale | Rajaram Sukhatme | |
| 2012 | Sukanya | Dharmaraj Pradhan (Vithoba) | |
| 2015 | Kaay Raav Tumhi | Retired Captain | |
| Carry On Maratha | Folk Singer | Guest appearance | |
| Deool Band | Gajanan Maharaj/Pujari | Guest appearance | |
| 2019 | Panipat | Malharrao Holkar | Hindi film |
| 2023 | Jasmine | Father | Short film |
References
edit- ^ "Ravindra Mahajani makes appearance in son's debut". timesofindia.indiatimes.com. Retrieved 3 May 2016.
- ^ "Gashmeer Mahajani: I am not a star; stars are the ones who cannot walk freely on the streets - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 14 January 2022.
- ^ "Gashmeer dedicates films to dad - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 14 January 2022.
- ^ "IN MY FATHER'S FOOTSTEPS". dnaindia.com. Retrieved 3 May 2016.
- ^ "The lead role of the film was supposed to be played by popular Marathi actor Ravindra Mahajani". indianexpress.com. Retrieved 3 May 2016.
- ^ "Ashok Saraf remembers late actor Ravindra Mahajani: 'Sincerity was his greatest quality'". The Indian Express. 15 July 2023. Retrieved 24 August 2023.
- ^ "Gashmeer Mahajani: I am not a star; stars are the ones who cannot walk freely on the streets". The Times of India. Retrieved 14 January 2022.
- ^ Ravindra Mahajani on divyamarathi.bhaskar.com
- ^ "Ravindra Mahajani receives prestigious SKD award".
- ^ "Ravindra Mahajani receives prestigious SKD award".
- ^ Raj, Neha (15 July 2023). "Pune: Renowned Marathi Actor Ravindra Mahajani Found Dead in his Residence". PUNE NEWS. Retrieved 15 July 2023.
- ^ Maurya, Pranjali (15 July 2023). "Veteran Marathi Actor Ravindra Mahajani Found Dead In His Talegaon Residence". DNP Entertainment. Retrieved 10 November 2023.
External links
edit- Ravindra Mahajani at IMDb
- Ravindra Mahajani on worldcat.org