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Ravindra Berde (1945-2023) was a veteran Indian actor. He primarily worked in the Marathi entertainment industry. In 2023, he passed away at the age of 78 after suffering a heart attack.
Wiki/Biography
Ravindra Berde was born in 1945 (age 78 years; at the time of death) in Maharashtra, India.
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 6″
Hair Colour: Semi-bald
Eye Colour: Black
Family
Parents & Siblings
He had five siblings and all of them sold lottery tickets to contribute to the family income. One of his brothers, Purshottam Berde, is a well-known Indian playwright. His brother, Laxmikant Berde, was an Indian actor who mainly appeared in Marathi and Hindi films. Apart from films, Laxmikant was a well-known name in the world of Marathi theatres. On 16 December 2004, Laxmikant Berde died of kidney failure in Mumbai.
Ravindra Berde’s mother
Ravindra Berde’s brother Purshottam Berde
Ravindra Berde’s brother Laxmikant Berde
Wife & Children
He has two children.
Ravindra Berde with his wife
Career
Theatre
He started his acting career with theatrical productions.
Film
Marathi
In 1985, he debuted with the film ‘Vahinichi Maya’ in which he played the lead role of Dinu Deshmukh.
Ravindra Berde in a still from the 1985 Marathi film ‘Vahinichi Maya’
In 1993, he appeared as Hawaldar Tukaram (Tukya) in the popular Marathi comedy horror film ‘Zapatlela’ starring his brother Laxmikant Berde in the lead role. He worked in many Marathi films including ‘Ek Gadi Baki Anadi’ (1988), Hamaal De Dhamaal (1989), Hach Sunbaicha Bhau (1992), and Houn Jau De (2009).
Hindi
In 1993, he appeared in a supporting role in the family drama film ‘Santaan’ starring Jeetendra. He hit the spotlight in Hindi cinema after he played the role of Balraj Chauhan’s party supporter in the famous 2001 Bollywood film ‘Nayak: The Real Hero’ starring Anil Kapoor in the lead role. He was famous for playing the role of Zamindar Chandrakant in the 2011 hit Bollywood action film ‘Singham.’
Ravindra Berde in a still from the 2011 Hindi film ‘Singham’
Television
In 1989, he was cast to play the role of bus conductor in the Marathi TV series ‘Nasti Aafat.’ In 1999, he played multiple roles in DD National’s detective-crime drama series ‘Suraag: The Clue.’
Death
In 2011, he was diagnosed with throat cancer. He was receiving cancer treatment at Tata Hospital in Mumbai and was admitted due to difficulty in breathing. However, he was discharged and sent home two days before his death. On 13 December 2023, he succumbed to death after suffering a heart attack at his home in Mumbai. Â Former Rajya Sabha member Vikas Mahatme took to X (formerly Twitter) and made a post to mourn the death of Ravindra Berde.
Deeply saddened by the news of veteran actor Ravindra Berde’s passing.
His timeless performances brought joy to countless fans for decades, making his characters feel like family.
Though he’s left us, his legacy lives on through his remarkable art. Heartfelt condolences to… pic.twitter.com/0D9qnytuHE
— Dr Vikas Mahatme (@MPvikasmahatme) December 13, 2023
Facts/Trivia
- Ravindra Berde suffered a heart attack in 1995 while acting in a Marathi play.
- He worked in more than 100 films throughout his career.