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Prasanna Ketkar is an Indian actor. He is known for acting in Hindi and Marathi films and TV series. In 2023, he played the role of swimming team coach in Netflix’s Hindi thriller drama series ‘The Railway Men.’
Wiki/Biography
Prasanna Vidyadhar Ketkar was born on Wednesday, 24 April 1968 (age 56 years; as of 2024) in Pune, Maharashtra, India. His zodiac sign is Taurus.
A childhood image of Prasanna Ketkar
In 1983, he went to Little Flower High School in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics from Sir Parashurambhau College in Pune. In 1997, he did a diploma in marketing management at the University of Pune.
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 8″
Hair Colour: Salt & Pepper
Eye Colour: Black
Family
Parents & Siblings
Prasanna Ketkar’s mother’s name is Rajani Ketkar.
Prasanna Ketkar with her mother
Wife & Children
On 18 January 1993, he got married to Soniya Ketkar.
A wedding day image of Prasanna Ketkar and Soniya Ketkar
The couple has two sons named Parth Ketkar, an actor, and Saarthak Ketkar.
Prasanna Ketkar and Soniya Ketkar with their sons
Career
Film
Marathi
In 2001, he made his acting debut with the comedy-drama film ‘Akleche Kande.’
Poster of the 2001 Marathi film ‘Akleche Kande’
He played the supporting role of Divakar in the 2012 Marathi drama film ‘Hou De Jarasa Ushir.’ He has acted in many Marathi films including ‘Ti Ratra’ (2012), ‘Bandishala’ (2019), and ‘Online Guru’ (2020).
Hindi
In 2002, he made his Bollywood debut with the biographical period film ‘The Legend of Bhagat Singh’ in which he portrayed the character of Comrade 2.
Poster of the 2002 Hindi film ‘The Legend of Bhagat Singh’
He hit the spotlight after he played the role of Shrikant Prabhu, a senior inspector, in the 2015 popular crime mystery film ‘Drishyam.’ He has worked in many Hindi films including ‘Khakee’ (2004), Apaharan (2005), and ‘Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior’ (2020).
Television
Marathi
In 2003, he played the role of Chimaji Appa in his debut Marathi TV show ‘Peshwai’ released on Zee Marathi.
Prasanna Ketkar in a still from the 2003 Marathi TV series ‘Peshwai’
He appeared as Bankat in the 2010 TV series ‘Brahmandnayak.’ Some of the Marathi TV series in which he has acted include ‘Runji’ (2014), ‘Satyavan Savitri’ (2022), and ‘Khumasdar Natyancha Goda Masala’ (2023).
Hindi
In 2016, he appeared in a supporting role as deputy superintendent in Colors TV’s thriller TV series ’24: India’ starring Anil Kapoor in the lead role.
Web Series
In 2016, he was cast in a supporting role as Ramakant in Bindass’ Hindi web series ‘Girl in the City.’ He appeared as Bhau Patil in Amazon Prime Video’s sports drama series ‘Inside Edge’ in 2021.
Facts/Trivia
- Prasanna Ketkar began his acting career in 1986.
- He is proficient in Marathi, Hindi, English, and Gujarati languages.