C. D'Silva

Pedro Caitano D'Silva (born 26 March 1936), popularly known as C. D'Silva or Daddy, is an Indian actor, singer, playwright, theatre director, restaurateur, former makeup man, and prompter known for his work in Konkani films and tiatr productions. In a career spanning over seven decades, D'Silva has acted in over 100 tiatrs. Due to his ability to portray various characters, he was awarded the title "Man of a Thousand Faces".

An actor known for his ability to portray a wide range of characters throughout his career and handle multiple roles simultaneously. From his early days as a child artist to his portrayal of diverse roles such as an attractive lady, a toddy tapper, a policeman, a villain, and a hero, D'Silva demonstrated his talent and versatility in the tiatr industry. His ability to adapt to any role assigned to him earned him the nickname "Man of a Thousand Faces", given to him by prominent figures like Froilano Machado, the speaker of the Goa, Daman and Diu Legislative Assembly, and Bonaventure D'Pietro. launching his career on the Konkani stage.

In 1969, D'Silva achieved the milestone by writing his first tiatr, titled Hem Tuka Favo (You Deserve This). His passion for singing emerged at an early age, even during the colonial era when Goa was under Portuguese rule, during which he also performed Portuguese songs. In an interview with The Times of India, D'Silva expressed his enduring fondness for the song "Que Sera, Sera", but he emphasized that nothing compared to the sheer delight and satisfaction he experienced while singing in Konkani. D'Silva had the privilege of collaborating with prominent playwrights in Goa, which included M. Boyer, Prem Kumar, Remmie Colaco, John Claro, Jacinto Vaz, and Aristides Dias. However, as of 2013, The Times of India stated that he now resides in Per Seraulim, also situated in South Goa. D'Silva has expressed admiration for several actors, including C. Alvares, Minguel Rod, Cecilia Machado, Ophelia, Jessie Dias, Felcy, and Sharon Mazarello. 2007 Budhvont Jackinas Farmer/milkman Kerala Topi Comedian

1969 Hem Tuka Favo Writer 1976 Bongleachi Zali Ximiter Writer/director 1980 Pixem Comedian & singer Also writer/director 1980s Bhangar Dane Mauxi Also writer/director Doulot Villain

Boreponn Writer/director Khoth Writer/director Shiksha

2023 Dis Ani Rat Singer Select discography Audio albums Devache Kaide Tiatramchim Xembhor Vorsam Okman Viktem Mellonam Farikponn (2009) Gaonkar Pai Tiatrist