Sharad Kelkar is an Indian actor and voice actor, primarily known for his work in Marathi and Hindi films, television, and web series.
He made his television debut in 2004 with the show Aakrosh, which was aired on Doordarshan. In it, he plays Inspector Sachin Kulkarni.
Since his debut on television, Kelkar has appeared in many successful projects, cementing his status as a prominent and respected figure in the Indian entertainment industry.
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- Full name: Sharad Kelkar
- Stage name: Sharad Kelkar
- Date of birth: October 7, 1976
- Age: 48 years old
- Place of birth: Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh
- Nationality: Indian
- Occupation: Indian actor and voice actor
- Height: 1.79 m
- Parents: Vishwasrao Kelkar
- Siblings: unknown
- Spouse: Keerti Gaekwad Kelkar (m. 2005)
- Children: Keisha Kelka
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: 700-800 million rupees (approximately 8.4-9.6 million US dollars)
early life and education
Sharad Kelkar was born on October 7, 1976 in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India. He was born to his parents, his father’s name is Vishwasrao Kelkar and his mother’s name is unknown. No details about the Kelka siblings have been provided in the media either.
Kelkar holds a degree in Physical Education and an MBA from the Honorary Institute of Management and Research, Gwalior. He is of Indian origin and believes in Hinduism.
Profession
Sharad Kelkar started his career in the early 2000s. In 2004, he made his television debut in Doordarshan’s show Aakrosh, playing the role of Inspector Sachin.
In 2007, he co-hosted the show “Rock-N-Roll Family” with former “Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Challenge 2007” contestant Mauli Dave. The following year, in 2009, he hosted the show “Pati Patni Aur Woh” on NDTV Imagine.
Kelkar’s breakthrough role came in 2010 when he played Thakur Digvijay Singh Bhadoria in the TV series Bairi Piya, which earned him critical acclaim. In the same year, he also appeared in the comedy reality TV series Comedy Circus Mahasangram opposite Bharti Singh and Paresh Ganatra.
In 2011, Kelkar played the gray character Satya in the popular TV series Uttaran. He joined the show along with Harsha Kanderparkar who played his sister and his role lasted for about six months. In the same year, he also starred in the Marathi film “Chinu”, playing the male lead opposite the female lead.
Kelka’s career continued to flourish over the next few years. In 2012, he replaced Mohnish Behl as Dr. Ashutosh in the Sony Entertainment Television India drama series “Kuch Toh Log Kahenge”. From 2010 to 2013, he also launched the crime show “Shaitaan – Criminal Minds”.
In 2013, Kelkar bagged a role in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela, in which he played a possessive elder brother. The following year, he played the main antagonist Sangram in the Marathi film Lai Bhaari, which became the highest-grossing Marathi film.
Kelka’s versatility as an actor continued to be showcased in subsequent years. In 2015, he appeared in films such as “Hero” and “Paid Ghost”, and in 2017, he played the role of Rishabh Singh Shekhar in the Indian TV show “Koi Laut Ke Aaya Hai”. In the same year, he also played the main villain Dhauli in the film “Bhoomi” starring Sanjay Dutt.
social media
- Instagram account: @sharadkelkar
- Facebook account: Sharad Kelkar
- Twitter account: @SharadK7
personal life
Sharad Kelkar is currently in a relationship and married to his partner Keerti Gaekwad Kelkar, who is also an actor. The couple first met on the sets of the TV show “Sinndoor Tere Naam Ka” and later tied the knot in 2005. Sharad Kelkar and Keerti Gaekwad Kelkar have a daughter Kesha Kelkar.
film chronology
TV drama:
- The Legend of Hanuman (2021-2024) (dubbed)
- The Family Man(2019)
- Lombards(2018)
Movie:
- Tanhaji: The Unsung Soldier(2020)
- Laxmi(2020)
- Bhuj: The Pride of India (2021)
- Darban(2020)
- Housefull 4 (2019)
- Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017) (Dubbed)
- Bumi(2017)
- Badshaho(2017)
- Ruston(2016)
- Rocky Handsome(2016)
- Mohenjodaro(2016)
- Hero(2015)
- Goliyan Ki Ras Leela Ram-Leela (2013)
- 1920: Return of Evil (2012)
net worth
As of 2024, Sharad Kelkar’s net worth is estimated to be between 70 and 800 million rupees (approximately $8.4 to 9.6 million). His income is mainly from movies, television, web series and brand endorsements.
Kelkar has gained widespread recognition for his roles in various Indian film industries and has had success in dubbing for major films like Baahubali.
