Deven Bhojani is an Indian actor, director, comedian and theater artist who has appeared in Indian television series and films. He is best known for his work in various comedy roles, supporting roles and directing the comedy TV series Sarabhai vs Sarabhai (aired on STAR One from 2004 to 2006) and Sarabhai vs Sarabhai Season 2 (2017 on Disney+ Hotstar broadcast on). With his outstanding directorial skills, he won the Best Director Award, the Indian Television Award for Best Director and the Apsara Award for Best Director for Sarabhai vs Sarabhai.
Wiki/Biography
Deven Bhojani was born on Tuesday, November 25, 1969 (age 54; as of 2023) and was born and raised in Mumbai. He is a Sagittarius. He attended Gokalibai Punamchand Pitambar High School in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. He graduated with a degree in Commerce from Narsee Monjee Institute of Management, Shri Vile Parle Kelavani Mandal, Mumbai. After graduation, he went to Los Angeles to study film directing at the University of Southern California.
appearance
Height (approximately): 5′4″
Weight (approximately): 80kg
Hair color: black
Eye color: dark brown
family
Deven Bhojani is a Gujarati.
Parents and siblings
His father’s name is Balvantray Bhojani and mother’s name is Daksha Bhojani.
His sister is Himali Bhojani, a flutist.
wife and children
Deven Bhojani is married with three children. two daughters and a son. His wife’s name is Jagruti Bhojani. The names of his daughters are Mahi Bhojani and Rahi Bhojani.
Deven Bhojani with wife and daughter
caste
He belongs to Halerohana caste.
Profession
acting
television
Deven made his television debut in the show Malgudi Days aired on Doordarshan TV in 1986-87. He plays the role of Nitya in the show.
Days of Malgudi (1986)
After that, he appeared in several TV shows such as Dekh Bhai Dekh (1993-1994), Shrimaan Shrimati (1994), Ek Mahal Ho Sapno Ka (1997), Hum Sab Ek Hain (1998-2001), Office Office (2001- 2004), Khichdi (2003), etc. He directed several episodes of the TV show Ek Mahal Ho Sapno Ka (1997) because the show’s original director fell ill.
He played the role of Dushyant in the comedy TV show Sarabhai vs Sarabhai (2004-2006), which became popular. He also serves as the show’s creative director and has won several awards for his work.
Sarabai vs Sarabai (2004-2006)
Subsequently, he appeared in “Baa Bahoo Aur Baby” (2005-2010), “Naya Office Office” (2006), “Remote Control” (2009), “Mrs Tendulkar” (2011), “Alaxmi Ka Super Parivaar” (2012) -2013), Bh Se Bhade (2013)), and many more. He notably appeared in Instant Khichdi (2005) and Badi Door Se Aaye Hai (2014).
His other shows include Gulmohar Grand (2014), Sarabhai vs Sarabhai Take 2 (2017), Namune (2018), Bhakharwadi (2019-2020), Wagle Ki Duniya – Nayi Peedhi Naye Kisey (2021), Taaza Khabar (2023) and Scoop (2023).
Movie
He made his debut in the film industry in 1992 with the role of Ghanshyam in the film Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar. In the film, he plays Aamir Khan’s best friend. He also made his debut as an assistant director in the film.
Deven Bhojani in Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar (1992)
He later appeared in Andaz (1994), Kranti Kshetra (1994), Sarhad: The Border of Crime (1995), “Kartavya” (1995), “Uf!” “Ye Mohabat” (1996), “Chalo America” (1999), “Ye Lamkh Juda Aik” (2004), “Hichidi: The Movie” (2010), “Chala Mu Sadie…Office” (2011) and “Anepas” (2012).
web series
Hindi
Deven Bhojani made his OTT debut in the web series “Taaza Khabar” released on January 6, 2023 on Disney + Hotstar.
Deven Bhojani, Taaza Khabar (2023)
In an interview in 2022, he shared his experience entering the world of OTT platforms. He said,
OTT looks like a new ray of sunshine. I’ve been waiting for the right opportunity to jump into it. Just like ‘Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikander’ and ‘Dekh Bhai Dekh’ launched my career in films and television, ‘Taaza Khabar’ will also launch my career on OTT platforms. To be honest, when I received the briefing over the phone, I wasn’t sure if this was the right show to start my OTT journey with, but this first detailed personal narration from the director himself did the trick. I don’t have any reason to think twice about it as it’s a beautiful concept, commendable writing, nuanced characters, a great cast, confident producers, and one of the biggest OTT platforms. “
gujarati
Deven will star in the Gujarati web series Yamraj Calling Season 1 and Yamraj Calling Season 2 on ShemarooMe in 2021 and 2022 respectively.
Yamraj’s Call(2021-2022)
direction
television
In the television industry, he made his debut as the creative director of the TV series Sarabhai vs Sarabhai (2004-2006). He directed Pukaar – Call For The Hero (2014-2015) and Sumit Sambhal Lega (2015-2016).
Movie
He worked as an assistant director in the film Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikander (1992). In an interview, he revealed his experience directing the film. He said,
I learned the ropes of ‘directing’ during ‘JJWS’ as I worked as Mansoor Khan’s assistant director during the production of ‘JJWS’. As an independent director, I started directing a few episodes of EK Mahal Ho Sapno Ka when one of the directors fell ill and the producers had to meet a deadline. I won many awards for directing Sarabhai Vs Sarabhai and several awards for Baa Bahoo Aur Baby.
In 2017, he directed the movie “Commando 2: Black Money Road”.
Production
In 2012, he co-produced the Indian comedy television show Bhai Bhaiya Aur Brother.
Bahia Bahia Or Brothers (2012)
Awards, Honors, Achievements
- Best Director, ITA (Indian Television Academy) Award, Sarabhai vs Sarabhai (2005)
- Indian Television Award for Best Director “Sarabhai vs Sarabhai” (2005)
- Feitian Award for Best Director “Sarabhai vs Sarabhai” (2005)
- Favorite Naya Sadasya (Male), Star Parivaar Award, Baa Bahoo Aur Baby (2006)
- Favorite Bhai, Star Parivaar Award, Baa Bahoo Aur Baby (2008)
- Indian Television Academy Award for Best Actor in a Comedy Series for “Baa Bahoo Aur Baby” (2006)
- Indian Television Academy Award for Best Drama Series – Drama “Baa Bahoo Aur Baby” (2007)
- Indian Television Academy Award for Vest Actor, Baa Bahoo Aur Baby (2008)
- Best Actor in a Comedy Series, Boroplus Gold Award, Baa Bahoo Aur Baby (2008)
- Indian Television Award for Best Actor in a Comedy Series for “Baa Bahoo Aur Baby” (2007) (2008)
- Best Actor, Film Critics Award, Indian Television Awards, Baa Bahoo Aur Baby (2010)
Deven Bhojani won the Indian Television Award (2010)
Favorites
- Television and Film Producers: Jamnadas (JD) Majethia, Aatish Kapadia
- Gujarati Food: Undhiyu, Kachori wali Daal-dhokli
- Movie: The Pursuit of Happiness
- Quote: “Be honest with yourself”
- Vacation destinations: Las Vegas, Venice
- Favorite shows as a director: Sarabhai vs Sarabhai, Baa Bahoo Aur Baby, Balika Vadhu
- Favorite shows as an actor: Gattu in Baa Bahoo Aur Baby, Mere Dad Ki Dulhan
- Movie actors: Aamir Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, Ranveer Singh
- Film Actresses: Alia Bhatt, Kangana Ranaut
- TV Actor: Paresh Ganatra
- Television Actresses: Ratna Pathak Shah, Sheeba Chadha
Facts/Trivia
- Deven Bhojani became a household name ‘Gattu’ for his role as Gopal Thakker in the TV show ‘Baa Bahoo Aur Baby’ (2005-2010). His famous character Gattu is seen again in the new serial Alaxmi Ka Super Parivaar (2012-2013). In this regard, he said,
This must be one of the rarest things in the television industry; an iconic character from an old serial (Baa Bahoo aur Baby – Star Plus Channel) makes it to a new serial (Alaksmi – Life OK Channel). This could start a new trend of resurrecting popular old characters. To be honest, I was a little skeptical initially when the producers approached me, but then I thought; it would be fun to revisit one of my and the audience’s favorite characters. I felt very good and loved; when I was told that it was the channel’s idea to bring Gattu to Alaxmi.
- Devon has appeared in a variety of roles but is best known for his comedic roles in different movies and TV shows. In an interview in 2022, he shared his experience of playing different roles. He said,
I feel like I’m a versatile actor and I do more than just comedy. Yes, I was typecast as a comedian, but I don’t regret it, I’m proud of it. There are very few people who can do comedy well. I can do other things too. Also, the scarcity of good comedians allowed me to get all these roles, and I felt like I was a versatile actor who was doing more than just comedy. Yes, I was typecast as a comedian, but I don’t regret it, I’m proud of it. There are very few people who can do comedy well. I can do other things too. Also, the scarcity of good comedians allowed me to get all these roles. “
- He won three awards for the TV series Sarabhai vs Sarabhai (2004-2006), for which he served as creative director. Not only this, he also won several other awards for his TV series Baa Bahoo Aur Baby (2005-2010).
- In an interview, Deven revealed that his Kuldevi Maa is located in Morbi near Rajkot Saurashtra.
- According to Deven Bhojani, he always wanted to be a chartered accountant but ended up getting into acting and directing.
- He started his acting career by playing different roles in dramas before entering the film and television industry. Devin said theater recognized his talent and helped him grow as an actor. He said in an interview,
Theater recognized my talents and helped me grow as an actor and a person. Movies gave me “money” when I needed it most, when I wanted to buy myself a new house and car. The film Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikander (JJWS) gave me recognition as an actor in the film and television industry. This was my trigger point in getting into the entertainment industry. Television gave me money, security, confidence, love, respect, awards and huge popularity. “
- In another interview, he said that in order to perfect the role of Cato, he often went to nearby children’s homes to observe and understand the children’s personalities. He said,
Cato is/was a very difficult character to play – before I started filming BAA BAHOO AUR BABY (Catou); there were days when I used to go to a children’s home (for autistic children) to observe the children there . It helped me understand the nuances of the character – their gestures, postures, mannerisms, how they talk, walk, how they feel, how they connect and understand things and people, etc. I’m so grateful for these kids. When shooting, I ask the entire rig to stop moving even an inch during the shot – to better focus. I need a few seconds of complete silence before and during the shoot. Sometimes, even after hearing the director’s “cut,” I get carried away for a few seconds. “
- One of the most memorable moments in Deven Bhojani’s life was when he met with an accident in which his friend’s girlfriend (a pillion rider) almost died. But with God’s blessing, she is now doing well and happily married to his friend.
- He hates hypocrisy, carelessness and lies.
- Deven Bhojani said his daughters loved his character Gattu. In an interview in 2008, he also shared his experience of visiting his daughter’s school. He said,
I was recently invited to their school. When I walked on stage, the kids cheered loudly. My two little girls are so proud and they tell everyone, “That’s our dad!” Sometimes when I leave them at the bus stop, other kids will call out to me and my girls will reply: “He is not Cato, he is our father.”
- Deven began his acting career in the third grade, but later got busy studying. After entering the academy, he participated in various drama competitions and won awards. He then joined several theater groups to pursue an acting career.
- Devon enjoys entertaining his family in his free time. He loves shopping and learning new things.
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