Altaf Dadasaheb Shaikh
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| Altaf Dadasaheb Shaikh in 2025 | |
| Born | 10 February 1983 (age 42) Nandeshwar, Solapur, Maharashtra, India |
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| Nationality | Indian |
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| Occupation | Filmmaker, Screenwriter |
| Years active | 2018–present |
| Known for | National Award-winning Marathi film Veda B. F. |
| Notable works | Veda B F, Come On Vishnu, Dharavi Katta, Betuka, Breakdown, Karmayogi Aabasaheb (upcoming) |
| Awards | National Film Award, Zee Gurukul Award, High Range Book of World Records, Bravo International World Record, London Book of Records |
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Altaf Dadasaheb Shaikh is an Indian Marathi filmmaker and screenwriter known for his impactful contribution to Marathi cinema. His most well-known work is the National Award-winning film Veda B. F. (2019), which he wrote and directed. For each of his movies, he has contributed to the plot, screenplay, dialogue, and lyrics. He was raised in Mumbai and Pune after being born in Nandeshwar, Solapur, on February 10, 1983.
Early Life & Education
Altaf Shaikh was born in Nandeshwar, Solapur, Maharashtra. He spent his childhood in Mumbai and Pune. From a young age, he developed a deep interest in writing, culture, and filmmaking, which later shaped his professional journey.
Career
Altaf Dadasaheb Shaikh began his filmmaking journey with his debut Marathi feature film Veda B. F., a project that earned widespread acclaim for its strong message promoting Hindu–Muslim unity. In just 21 days, the movie earned over 115 million Indian rupees, making it a huge commercial success. Shaikh has made numerous creative contributions to the film industry over the course of his career, including directing, writing stories, developing screenplays, writing dialogue, and composing lyrics. He is now working on the eagerly awaited biopic Karmayogi Aabasaheb, which will be released in 2024 and is based on freedom fighter and 11-time MLA Abasaheb Deshmukh.
Notable Works
Altaf Dadasaheb Shaikh's versatility as a filmmaker and storyteller is demonstrated by his notable works, which include Veda B F, Come On Vishnu, Dharavi Katta, Betuka, and Breakdown. It is anticipated that his next project, Karmayogi Aabasaheb, a biographical film about Abasaheb Deshmukh, will mark yet another significant turning point in his artistic career.
Achievements and Recognition
- National Award for Best Feature Film in Marathi – Veda B. F.
- Zee Gurukul Award
- High Range Book of World Records
- Bravo International World Record
- London Book of World Records
- Thailand Festival Nomination
The qawwali "Hey Maze Durvesh Baba" from Veda B. F. sung by Altaf Raja earned multiple world record recognitions and contributed to the film’s popularity.
A notable moment in his career was his heartfelt gesture of accepting a world record award from the postman who delivered it, symbolising his simplicity and humility.