Televisions have brought everyone closer than ever. Whether binge watching a movie or a series in regional language, TV has been the eldest source of entertainment. Televisions have given people a window for information, entertainment and a favourite pastime. More importantly, watching television became a new routine for people. A place to share their genres and bond with surrounding people.
Despite introduction to new technology, television has still remained a reliable companion that offers laughter and much needed entertainment and distraction after a busy day. The new era has brought new genres of series and content that engages the audience.
November 21 marks the World Television Day. The Indian Television has witnessed a vibrant range of Gujarati actors and actresses. This blog introduces you to the Gujarati actors who have made history in the Indian TV serial industry.
1. Supriya Pathak
Supriya Pathak is known for her effortless work in the industry. Her outstanding role as Hansaben Parekh in Khichadi remains main for everyone. With her amazing work, her series remains as the most memorable one in the industry. Her other mesmerizing works are Instant Khichadi, Home Shanti, Mohandas BA LLB, baa Bahoo aur baby, etc. Her characters are usually filled with humor, warmth which have connected with the viewers deeply.
2. Ratna Pathak Shah
Ratna Pathak with her strong presence on television, especially with her role of Maya Sarabhai in Sarabhai vs Sarabhai. Her character as Maya Sarabhai set a very high bar in the industry. Her other roles in different serials were in tara, apna apna style, trial on fire, selection day etc. her character was filled with talent.
3. Satish Shah
Satish Shah, a renowned actor for his character. His characters make memorable laughter for their viewers. His works are Sarabhai vs sarabhai, ghar jamai, yeh jo hai zindagi, dekhbhai dekh. Indravadan, a character with funny humor with smiley faces has become a character that the viewers have fond of remembering because it added up to Shah’s legacy as a good TV icon.
4. Deven Bhojani
The beloved actor plus director has brought countless laughs to families with their wonderful shows. His great works of laughter are the various characters he has depicted in DekhBhai Dekh, Baa Bahoo Aur Baby, and Sarabhai vs Sarabhai, Tara have reflected the artistic brilliance of this artist.
5. Manasi Parekh Gohil
With her role as Gulaal in the drama Gulaal, she made herself famous, and it was there that she arrested the eyes of the viewers. With being an actor, she’s also an amazing singer.
6. Dilip Joshi
Dilip Joshi is undeniably on any list of Gujarati television icons. Widespread recognition for his role as Jethalal Gada in the serial Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah has proved him a master with impeccable comic timing. His other works are Shubh Mangal Saavdhan, Kya baat hai, Hum sab ek hein etc.
7. Disha Vakani
Disha Vakani is the other star with Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. Well known to everyone for her role as Daya Ben, wife of Jethalal. One of her other works is Rooh. Disha has brought a new vibrancy to the series and makes her looks appealing, affable and ensures that she has a place in audience members’ hearts right across India.
8. Apara Mehta
A very renowned actress with amazing shows to make us all laugh out loud. One such face is of Apara Mehta who found her identity as an actress with the serial Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. It was their family dramas that made some Indian television faces very iconic.
9. Manav Gohil
Be it Manav Gohil, with different varied avatars, this one being memorable characters across genres, has shown exceptional skill in his appearances. Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii, Shaadi Mubarak have been proof for the range of his acting skill.
10. Ketki Dave
Ketki Dave is an actress known for her more avant-garde and high energy characters; the overnight sensation she achieved through playing Daksha Virani in Kyunki Saas Bhi KabhiBahu Thi, the catchphrase for her character-Gabbar Singh, “Arre baaap re!”-remains among her best comedic timing.
The list of Gujarati actors winning the hearts with Indian TV series industry is endless. Sarita Joshi, a veteran actress with a prolific career, is best known for her role as Godavari Thakkar in Baa Bahoo Aur Baby, where she portrayed a strong, loving matriarch, showing values that continue to resonate with audiences. Jayesh More’s commitment to his craft is evident in his authentic portrayals across Gujarati and Hindi TV, where he brings depth to relatable, everyday characters. Similarly, Swati Shah captivated audiences as Radhika Bhatt in Baa Bahoo Aur Baby and later in Saath Nibhaana Saathiya, where she infused her roles with genuine warmth, reflecting family dynamics with heartfelt realism.
Conclusion
These distinguished Gujarati artists have contributed uniquely to Indian television, bringing both versatility and authenticity to their roles. Their remarkable journeys and memorable characters continue to inspire and influence the industry for generations to come. This has allowed these Gujarati actors and actresses to add outstanding performances. This journey depicts the extent of Gujarati creativity on Indian television. With new streams and genres emerging, more such projects continue to resonate with the audience while beautifully bridging tradition and modernity.
