Deven Bhojani
Deven Bhojani | |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, Director, Comedian |
| Years active | 1987–present |
Deven Bhojani is an Indian actor and director. He is a theatre artist, who is best known for his Gujarati plays. He made his television debut with the famous show "Malgudi Days" in 1987. He mainly gained popularity for his comic roles and for playing some supporting characters. He has won three best director awards for Sarabhai vs Sarabhai, The ITA Award, The Indian Telly Award and The Apsara Award.[1]
Education
Bhojani completed his Graduation in Commerce from SVKM's NMIMS, Mumbai. He studied film direction at the University of Southern California.[2]
Filmography
As Actor
| Year | Titles | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikander | Ghansu (aka Ghanshyam)- Sanju's friend
Nominated - Filmfare Best Supporting Actor Award |
| 1994 | Aaja Sanam | |
| 1994 | Andaz | Ajay |
| 1994 | Kranti Kshetra | |
| 1995 | Sarhad: The Border of Crime | |
| 1995 | Kartavya | |
| 1996 | Uff! Yeh Mohabbat | |
| 1999 | Chalo America | Akshay Bandelia |
| 2004 | Yeh Lamhe Judaai Ke | |
| 2010 | Khichdi: The Movie | Brain Hemorrhage Patient (cameo) |
| 2011 | Chala Mussaddi... Office Office | Patel |
| 2012 | Agneepath | Azhar Lala |
As Director
| Year | Titles |
|---|---|
| 2017 | Commando 2: The Black Money Trail |
Television
As Actor
| Year | Titles | Role | Channel | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Malgudi Days | Nitya (Episode no 22) | DD National | |
| 1993-1994 | Dekh Bhai Dekh | Karima | ||
| 1994 | Shrimaan Shrimati | Adult Chintu (Episode no 63) | ||
| 1993 | Tara | Petha | Zee TV | |
| 1995 | V 3 + | Vicky | DD National | |
| 1997 | Ek Mahal Ho Sapno Ka | Raju Rajkotwala | Sony TV | |
| 1998-2001 | Hum Sab Ek Hain | Rohan Khachroo | ||
| 2001-2004 | Office Office | Patel | SAB TV | |
| 2004-2006 | Sarabhai vs Sarabhai | Dushyant | Star One | Also Creative Director |
| 2005-2010 | Baa Bahoo Aur Baby | Gattu/Gopal Thakker | Star Plus | Won many awards for Best Actor in Comic Role |
| 2005 | Instant Khichdi | Special appearance as Genie | Star One | |
| 2006 | Naya Office Office | Patel | ||
| 2009 | Remote Control | Babulnath | 9X | |
| 2011 | Mrs Tendulkar | Mr. Suhaas Tendulkar | SAB TV | |
| 2012-2013 | Alaxmi - Hamari Super Bahu | Gattu | Life OK | |
| 2013 | Bh Se Bhade | Bhade | Zee TV | |
| 2014 | Badi Door Se Aaye Hai | Advocate Jugal Raichura (Cameo) | SAB TV | |
| 2014 | Gulmohar Grand | Mr. Gopal (Cameo) | Star Plus | |
| 2017 | Sarabhai vs Sarabhai Take 2 | Dushyant | Hotstar | Web Series |
As Director
| Year | Titles | Channel | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004-2006 | Sarabhai vs Sarabhai | Star One | Creative Director |
| 2014-2015 | Pukaar - Call For The Hero | Life OK | |
| 2015-2016 | Sumit Sambhal Lega | Star Plus | Indian adaptation of Everybody Loves Raymond |
As Producer
| Year | Titles | Channel | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Bhai Bhaiya Aur Brother | SAB TV |
Awards and nomination
- Nominated - Filmfare Best Supporting Actor Award for Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar
References
- ^ "Deven Bhojani to direct an action film". IANS. 20 August 2015. Retrieved 9 January 2016.
- ^ "Interview with Deven Bhojani". BuddyBits.com. 7 January 2013. Retrieved 21 January 2013.
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