Sharman Joshi: Untold Stories from Stage to Silver Screen
In this article let's have a close look at Sharman Joshi's theatre background, personal life and his Bollywood journey.
Sharman Joshi's Personal Life
Sharman Joshi was born on 28th April 1979 in Nagpur. He was born in a Gujarati family full of actors and artists and hence acting runs in his veins. His father Arvind Joshi was a respected theatre artist and actor in Gujarati theatre, which naturally exposed Sharman to the world of acting at a young age. Sharman's aunt Sarita Joshi is a well-known face in Marathi and Gujarati theatre. His elder sister Manasi Roy Joshi is a well-known face in the entertainment industry who is married to actor Rohit Roy.
Although Sharman was always in the public eye, he maintained a low-key personal life and focused more on his movies and work rather than focusing on the limelight. He is married to Prerna Chopra, the daughter of Prem Chopra at the age of 21. The couple has three children. Sharman Joshi is known to be a family-oriented person who keeps his private life away from the media spotlight.
Sharman Joshi Theatre Background
Before entering the big screen, Sharman was a prominent face in the theatre circuit where he played in various plays in Hindi, English, Marathi and Gujarati. He was an eminent actor, producer and even director in many plays and theatre performances.
His character as a deaf person in the Gujarati version of the popular play 'All the Best', did over 550 shows in three years. "Ame Layi Gaya, Tame Rahi Gaya" is among his most popular comedy plays where he played the role of four different characters.
Early Days in Bollywood
Sharman started his Bollywood journey with the movie Godmother, which is an art movie. Though he performed well, not many knew about this movie. But he gained a lot of popularity from his next movie 'Style' in 2001, where he played the role of a college student. The catchy songs from the movie were a huge hit at that time. The sequel of this movie 'Xcuse Me' was a commercial failure but Sharman's positive attitude always led him to do better work.
Breakthrough Movies and Best Performances
The turning point in Sharman Joshi's film career came in 2006 with Rang De Basanti. Playing the role of Sukhi, a lively and loyal friend, Sharman delivered a memorable performance in the film. The film was a huge commercial success and not only earned multiple national and international awards but also sparked conversations about youth activism and social change in India. His witty character was loved by all and Sharman gained a lot of fans after this movie.
Another iconic character played by Sharman was in the movie 3 Idiots. His role as Raju Rastogi, a middle-class engineering student dealing with pressure and fear was a huge hit. The film broke several records and remains one of India's most loved movies.
Some of his other most loved characters are:
Laxman in Golmaal
Debu Chatterjee in Life in a Metro
Pankaj in Ferrari Ki Sawaari
Sharman Joshi's movies highlight his ability to play both light-hearted and emotional roles with equal ease. His presence in Bollywood films may not be frequent, but each role he plays leaves a lasting impression. His willingness to try something new sets him apart.
His journey from theatre to film, combined with a rich theatre background, gives him a unique place in the industry. Whether it's a light-hearted comedy, an emotional drama, or a socially relevant story, Sharman brings honesty and depth to every role.
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