Rakesh Bedi
Rakesh Bedi is an Indian actor who has worked in Hindi movies and television shows and stage performances. He has worked in more than 150 films and multiple television shows. He is most famous for his comedic performances in the 1981 movie Chashme Buddoor and his roles in the television series Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi and Shrimaan Shrimati and Yes Boss. His performance of Jameel Jamali in the movies Dhurandhar (2025) and Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge (2026) received him positive feedback from viewers.[1][2]
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| Rakesh Bedi in 2026 | |
| Born | 01 December 1954 (age 71) New Delhi, India |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | Schooling in Delhi, Film and Television Institute of India, Pune |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1976–present |
| Known for | Comic roles in films and television |
| Notable works | Chashme Buddoor, Yes Boss, Shrimaan Shrimati, Bhabhi Ji Ghar Par Hain! |
| Awards | Filmfare Award nomination (Best Comic Role) for Chashme Buddoor |
| Parents | |
| Religion | Hinduism |
Early Life & Education
Rakesh Bedi was born in New Delhi, India. He completed his schooling in Delhi and later pursued acting at the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune. He began his career in performing arts by doing mono-acting and theatrical performances when he was still very young.[3][4][5]
Career
Bedi started his acting career when he appeared in the 1979 movie Hamare Tumhare. His roles in Chashme Buddoor and Ek Duuje Ke Liye brought him public recognition. He became a popular Indian television actor through his roles in sitcoms Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi and Shrimaan Shrimati and Yes Boss. He has appeared in both Bhabhi Ji Ghar Par Hain! and Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah which are both ongoing television shows.[6][7][8][9][10]
He played Jameel Jamali in the audience-acclaimed spy thriller movies Dhurandhar (2025) and Dhurandhar: The Revenge (2026) which he performed during the past few years.[11][12][13]
Filmography
Film works
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | Bonga | Thief | Short film |
| 1979 | Hamare Tumhare | Sunil | |
| 1979 | Ahsaas | Harry | |
| 1980 | Bulundi | Pawan Bakhri | |
| 1981 | Chashme Buddoor | Omi | |
| 1981 | Ek Duuje Ke Liye | Chakravarty 'Chakram' | |
| 1982 | Anmol Sitaare | Kaushik Srivastav | |
| 1982 | Saath Saath | Rakesh | |
| 1982 | Yeh Vaada Raha | Gogi | |
| 1983 | Lovers | Fatty | |
| 1984 | Sohni Mahiwal | Salamat | |
| 1985 | Mera Damad | Ravi | |
| 1985 | Ram Teri Ganga Maili | Piyush | |
| 1986 | Duty | Ramu | |
| 1987 | Dadagiri | Roshan B. Singh | |
| 1988 | Shoorveer | Jeevan | |
| 1989 | Naqab | Hamza | |
| 1990 | Naaka Bandi | Tularam | |
| 1991 | Dil Hai Ki Manta Nahin | Private Detective | |
| 1992 | Chamatkar | Moti | |
| 1993 | Aankhen | Gulshan Kapoor ('Gullu') | |
| 1994 | Betaaj Badshah | Bachchu Lahiri | |
| 1995 | God and Gun | Bhola | |
| 1996 | Saajan Chale Sasural | Hotel Waiter | |
| 1997 | Hero No. 1 | Sharma | |
| 1998 | Bade Miyan Chote Miyan | Makkan | |
| 1999 | Hum Aapke Dil Mein Rehte Hain | Salim | |
| 2000 | Dulhan Hum Le Jayenge | Photographer | |
| 2001 | Gadar: Ek Prem Katha | Vaid Ji | |
| 2002 | Om Jai Jagadish | Ram Prasad ('RP') | |
| 2003 | Raja Bhaiya | Dr. Chandula Chatterjee | |
| 2005 | Deewane Huye Paagal | Gullu Mulchandani | |
| 2006 | Tom, Dick, and Harry | Happy Singh | |
| 2008 | Don Muthu Swami | Shikharchand | |
| 2009 | Aagey Se Right | Police Commissioner Digvijay Mathur | |
| 2011 | Naughty @ 40 | Dayashankar | |
| 2013 | Rabba Main Kya Karoon | Sneha's father | |
| 2015 | Baankey Ki Crazy Baraat | Nandlal | |
| 2017 | Muskurahatien | Prof. Tharaki | |
| 2018 | Rashtraputra | Dr. Daruwala | |
| 2019 | Uri: The Surgical Strike | Pakistani Intelligence Officer | |
| 2020 | Coolie No. 1 | Driver / Shalini's father | |
| 2023 | Zara Hatke Zara Bachke | Harcharan Chawla | |
| 2023 | Gadar 2 | Kimtilal | |
| 2024 | Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya | Aryan's father | |
| 2025 | Dhurandhar | Jameel Jamali | |
| 2026 | Dhurandhar: The Revenge | Jameel Jamali |
Television Works
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1984–1985 | Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi | Raja | |
| 1994–1999 | Shrimaan Shrimati | Dilruba Jarnail Singh Khurana | |
| 1999–2009 | Yes Boss | Mohan Srivastava | |
| 2007 | F.I.R. | Various characters | |
| 2015–present | Bhabhi Ji Ghar Par Hai! | Bhoorey Lal | |
| 2016–2017 | Y.A.R.O Ka Tashan | Professor Govardhan Aggarwal | |
| 2020–present | Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah | Babulal |
Notable Works
- Chashme Buddoor (1981)
- Ek Duuje Ke Liye (1981)
- Yes Boss (1999–2009)
- Shrimaan Shrimati (1994–1997)
- Bhabhi Ji Ghar Par Hain! (2015–present)
- Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah (2020–present)
- Dhurandhar (2025)
- Dhurandhar: The Revenge (2026)
Achievements and Recognition
Rakesh Bedi received a nomination for the Filmfare Award for Best Actor in a Comic Role for Chashme Buddoor. He is widely known for his work in Indian cinema and television because he established himself as a major comedic force in both industries.
Personal Life
Rakesh Bedi is married to Aradhana Bedi, and the couple has two daughters, Ridhima Bedi and Ritika Bedi. His successful career in films and television has not prevented him from maintaining a secluded personal life, which he continues to do while working in theatre and acting projects.
External Links
See also
- Dhurandhar (2025)
- Dhurandhar 2 (2026)
- Sara Arjun
- Sanjay Dutt
References
- ↑ TV Actor Rakesh Bedi Duped, Loses Rs 85000 . In The Times of India . Retrieved 26 March 2026
- ↑ Record Details . In WorldCat . Retrieved 26 March 2026
- ↑ Serving Unbridled Laughter . In The New Indian Express . Retrieved 26 March 2026
- ↑ A Perfect Comic Timing . In Deccan Herald . Retrieved 26 March 2026
- ↑ Pix: Yami, Vicky Celebrate URI's Success . In Rediff . Retrieved 26 March 2026
- ↑ Chashme Buddoor: Farooque Sheikh, Ravi Baswani and Rakesh Bedi Interview . In The Times of India (Archived) . Retrieved 26 March 2026
- ↑ Buffoon Gives Social Message . In Deccan Herald . Retrieved 26 March 2026
- ↑ One Man Show . In The Pioneer . Retrieved 26 March 2026
- ↑ Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai's Rakesh Bedi Calls Charlie Chaplin His Role Model . In Zoom TV Entertainment . Retrieved 26 March 2026
- ↑ Zara Hatke Zara Bachke Trailer: Vicky Kaushal and Sara Ali Khan's Twisted Married Life Promises Entertainment . In The Times of India . Retrieved 26 March 2026
- ↑ Dhurandhar 2 Box Office Collection Day 7 Worldwide Live Updates Rs 1000 Cr . In The Indian Express . Retrieved 26 March 2026
- ↑ Dhurandhar 2 Crosses 1000 Crore Worldwide Challenges Pushpa 2's 7 Day Record . In Sacnilk . Retrieved 26 March 2026
- ↑ Meet the Full Cast of Dhurandhar 2 Raj Zutshi to Yami Gautam See the 7 New Members . In Mint . Retrieved 26 March 2026