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Siddharth Randeria
Active Gujarati Cinema (Dhollywood), Gujarati Theatre, and Bollywood (Hindi Cinema)
- FromMumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Based inMumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Age70 years
- Active1970–Present
- Updated
Siddharth Randeria – Biography
Siddharth Randeria – Full Information
- Full Name: Siddharth Madhukar Randeria
- Popular Name: Siddharth Randeria / Gujjubhai
- Nickname: Gujjubhai
- Profession: Actor, Director, Writer, Producer, Theatre Artist
- Known For: Landmark comic character and play series Gujjubhai, and starring in major Gujarati blockbuster films including Chaal Jeevi Laiye!, Gujjubhai The Great, and Natsamrat.
- Date of Birth: December 17, 1955
- Age: 70 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Hometown: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
- Current Residence: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Profession Category: Actor / Gujarati Cinema & Theatre Icon
Physical Appearance
- Height: 5 ft 8 in (172 cm) approx.
- Weight: 74 kg (163 lbs) approx.
- Eye Colour: Dark Brown
- Hair Colour: Salt and Pepper / Bald
Family Member Name
- Father: Madhukar Randeria (Renowned Gujarati Writer, Actor, and Professor)
- Mother: Mrs. Randeria
- Siblings: Not Publicly Disclosed
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse: Shefali Randeria (Artist & Creative Producer)
- Children: Ishaan Randeria (Son, Film Director & Screenwriter), Anvit Randeria (Son, Concept Artist)
Education Details
- School: Secondary Schooling in Mumbai
- College: University of Mumbai
- Training: Practical stage and theatre training with Indian National Theatre (INT)
Career Highlight
| Year | Career Highlight |
| 1970 | Commenced extensive acting career in Gujarati theatre and amateur stage |
| 1993 | Appeared in Subhash Ghai’s classic Hindi action thriller Khal Nayak |
| 2000 | Featured in Kundan Shah’s Hindi drama film Kya Kehna |
| 2002 | Launched the iconic Gujarati stage franchise with Gujjubhai E Gaam Gajaavyu |
| 2007 | Directed and starred in Lage Raho Gujjubhai staging hundreds of global shows |
| 2012 | Created and staged the superhit comedy drama Gujjubhai ni Golmaal |
| 2015 | Gujarati cinema debut as lead star in blockbuster film Gujjubhai The Great |
| 2018 | Starred in the action comedy sequel GujjuBhai – Most Wanted |
| 2018 | Critical acclaim for dramatic lead role in Gujarati adaptation of Natsamrat |
| 2019 | Led Chaal Jeevi Laiye! which became the highest grossing Gujarati film of all time |
| 2022 | Starred as Raju Bhai Thakar in the acclaimed family comedy Kehvatlal Parivar |
| 2023 | Featured in leading roles in comedy dramas Bushirt T-shirt and Bachubhai |
Awards List
| Year | Award Name | Category | Film | Result |
| 2015 | Sabarmati Festival Award | Spirit of Ahmedabad Honor | Contribution to Arts | Won |
| 2016 | Gujarat Iconic Film Awards (GIFA) | Best Actor in a Leading Role | Gujjubhai The Great | Won |
| 2018 | Transmedia Gujarati Screen and Stage Awards | Best Actor | GujjuBhai – Most Wanted | Won |
| 2019 | Dadasaheb Phalke Excellence Award | Outstanding Contribution to Gujarati Cinema | Special Industry Honor | Won |
| 2019 | Gujarat Iconic Film Awards (GIFA) | Best Actor | Natsamrat | Won |
| 2019 | Ahmedabad Management Association (AMA) | Gujarat Ratna Award | Lifetime Contribution to Stage | Won |
| 2019 | Gujarat State Government | The Glory of Gujarat Award | Cultural Arts and Cinema | Won |
| 2020 | Gujarat Iconic Film Awards (GIFA) | Best Actor | Chaal Jeevi Laiye! | Won |
| 2020 | International Gujarati Film Festival (IGFF) | Best Actor | Chaal Jeevi Laiye! | Won |
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About Siddharth Randeria
Why is Siddharth Randeria called Gujjubhai?
He earned the beloved title after creating and headlining the superhit Gujjubhai Gujarati comedy play franchise starting with Gujjubhai E Gaam Gajaavyu in 2002.
How many live theatrical performances has Siddharth Randeria completed?
He holds a rare record in Indian theatre history with over 12,000 live stage performances across India and abroad.
Which is Siddharth Randeria's highest-grossing film?
His 2019 road trip comedy-drama film Chaal Jeevi Laiye! became the highest-grossing film in the history of Gujarati cinema.
Who is Siddharth Randeria's son?
His son Ishaan Randeria is an acclaimed filmmaker and writer who directed hit movies like Gujjubhai The Great and GujjuBhai - Most Wanted.
Has Siddharth Randeria appeared in Hindi Bollywood cinema?
Yes, he has played character roles in prominent Hindi films including Khal Nayak (1993), Kya Kehna (2000), and Short Kut (2009).
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