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Mangesh Desai
Active Marathi Cinema, Television & Theater
- FromAurangabad, Maharashtra, India
- Based inThane, Maharashtra, India
- Age54 years
- Active1983–Present
- Updated
Mangesh Desai – Biography
Mangesh Desai – Full Information
- Full Name: Mangesh Jeevan Desai
- Popular Name: Mangesh Desai
- Nickname: Mangesh
- Profession: Actor, Producer, Theater Artist, Television Host
- Known For: Winning the reality show Fu Bai Fu, acclaimed performances in Marathi cinema, and producing the blockbuster biopic series Dharmaveer and Dharmaveer 2.
- Date of Birth: June 28, 1972
- Age: 54 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar), Maharashtra, India
- Hometown: Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer
- Current Residence: Thane, Maharashtra, India
- Profession Category: Actor / Marathi Cinema & Television Star
Physical Appearance
- Height: 5 ft 7 in (170 cm) approx.
- Weight: 75 kg (165 lbs) approx.
- Eye Colour: Dark Brown
- Hair Colour: Black / Salt & Pepper
Family
- Father: Jeevan Desai
- Mother: Not Publicly Disclosed
- Siblings: Not Publicly Disclosed
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse: Shalaka Desai
- Children: Sahil Desai
Education
- School: Local State School, Aurangabad
- College: Drama Department, SBES College, Aurangabad
- Qualification: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
Career Highlight
| Year | Career Highlight |
| 1983 | Began performance career as a child artist in Marathi theater |
| 2006 | Made Marathi feature film debut with Divasen Divas |
| 2010 | Won Zee Marathi’s hit comedy reality show Fu Bai Fu |
| 2016 | Starred alongside Vidya Balan in the biographical film Ekk Albela |
| 2017 | Played a pivotal lead role in comedy film Loss Control |
| 2021 | Featured in key comedy-drama roles across Marathi television and web space |
| 2022 | Produced and appeared in the biographical blockbuster film Dharmaveer |
| 2024 | Produced and released the sequel feature film Dharmaveer 2 |
| 2025 | Starred in Punha Shivaji Raje Bhosale |
Awards List
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result |
| 2010 | Zee Marathi Television Awards | Best Comedian / Winner | Fu Bai Fu | Won |
| 2017 | Marathi Film Industry Honors | Best Supporting Performance | Ekk Albela | Nominated |
| 2022 | Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar | Best Film (Producer) | Dharmaveer | Won |
| 2023 | Maharashtracha Favourite Kon? | Best Film (Producer) | Dharmaveer | Won |
At a Glance
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Awards
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Popularity Score
90
Trending
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Controversy Index
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About Mangesh Desai
What is Mangesh Desai's most famous movie project?
He is widely known for producing the hit biographical films Dharmaveer (2022) and Dharmaveer 2 (2024), as well as his performance in Ekk Albela (2016).
How did Mangesh Desai gain television fame?
He gained widespread popularity by winning Zee Marathi's celebrity comedy show Fu Bai Fu.
Where did Mangesh Desai start his acting career?
He started as a child theater artist in Aurangabad at age 11 before moving to Marathi television and cinema.
Is Mangesh Desai a film producer?
Yes, under his production banner, he has produced major Marathi film projects including the Dharmaveer franchise.
Where is Mangesh Desai originally from?
He was born and brought up in Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar), Maharashtra, and currently lives in Thane.
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