Ashok Saraf

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Characters played by Ashok Saraf

Dinkar Jadhav — Ved (2022)

Dinkar is Satya's father and lives with him in Mumbai. He is part of the family affected by Satya's heartbreak and prolonged depression, and his pain is one reason Shravani agrees to marry Satya. Later, Satya and Shravani tell him about Khushi, whom they decide to adopt together.

Prabhu Bhawalkar — Singham (2011)

Legal advisor and honest official assisting police investigations.

Raja Saab's Doctor — Koyla (1997)

Raja's personal physician who secretly sympathizes with the oppressed. He helps repair Shankar's damaged vocal cords and later collaborates with Ranvir to expose Raja's crimes to the coal miners.

Tukaram "Tukya" — Bin Kamacha Navra (1984)

One of the three indolent friends who performs odd jobs for a politician, chases quick money, obsessively attends Tamasha performances, and runs for office before facing opposition from his spouse.

Sevalal — Jaagruti (1992)

Sevalal is a councilor celebrating his second term, but his political success is tied to support from a powerful criminal who expects influence in return. He uses his ambition to advance plans involving weapons smuggling and illegal sandalwood trading, and is urged to secure the backing of a respected reformer whose approval could affect the choice of Chief Minister.

Lallu Ram — Ghar Ghar Ki Kahani (1988)

Uma's poor husband who lives with the Dhanraj family as a ghar jamai. He is present during the final confrontation and helps separate Ram and Amar during their physical fight.

Constable — Aashiq (2001)

The constable is one of Mathur's subordinates and is present when Mathur's police squad moves to apprehend Chander. He secretly tips Chander's friends, enabling Chander to escape. Mathur's anger over this act leads the constable to resign, rejecting Mathur's vendetta; later, he gives Mathur a sincere salute after Mathur shoots Baburao.

Mahesh Chaudhary — Khoobsurat (1999)

One of Dilip's three brothers. Characterized as gambling-prone, he is part of the Chaudhary family that Sanju infiltrates and positively influences.

Dhananjay Mane — Ashi Hi Banwa Banwi (1988)

A street-smart cosmetics salesman in Pune who secretly loves his employer, Madhuri. He shares his home with his younger brother Shantanu and lets their friends Sudhir and Parshya stay there, but must find new accommodation after offending their landlord. He pretends Parshya is his wife to rent rooms from Leelabai, then reunites with Madhuri and marries her.

Changu / Ramanna — Changu Mangu (1990)

This listing combines Changu and his lookalike Ramanna. Changu is Dadasaheb's son and Mangu's brother; he takes part in the staged-death prank, but Vishwasrao and his son mistake it for reality and kill him, though he survives. Ramanna, who lives in Belgaum with his girlfriend Rukmini and mother Avva, is mistaken for Changu and taken home by Mangu.

Ashok — Dhum Dhadaka (1985)

Mahesh's wealthy childhood friend, Ashok helps him persuade Dhanaji by pretending to be Mahesh's estranged billionaire father. The deception is complicated when Ashok recognizes Seema as his former girlfriend and mistakenly thinks she is Mahesh's girlfriend. After Mahesh clears up the misunderstanding, Ashok reveals his identity to Seema and helps the others with their plans.

Bhupal / Nirbhay Inamdar — Aamchya Sarkhe Aamhich (1990)

Bhupal is a homeless conman and close friend of Kailas, earning a living through schemes helped by Champa. His exact resemblance to Nirbhay leads him to impersonate the wealthy heir and stay at the family mansion. Nirbhay’s returning ex-wife makes his assumed life difficult; after learning he was placed in danger as a decoy, Bhupal vows to teach the brothers a lesson and fight Chandrakant.

Career Overview

Ashok Saraf has 105 screen credits in a career dating back to 1975. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently Navra Mazha Navsacha Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Ek Unaad Diwas, Sundara Satarkar, Nishani Dava Angatha. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
105
Birth Date
1947-06-04

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Universe traveler — spans 3 universes

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