Deepak Dobriyal

Deepak Dobriyal (born 1 September 1975) is an Indian actor known for his work in several films and theatre productions. He is a recipient of several awards including a Filmfare Award, a Filmfare Award Marathi and a Maharashtra State Film Award.

He has acted in films such as Omkara (2006), Shaurya (2008), Tanu Weds Manu (2011), Dabangg 2 (2012), Chor Chor Super Chor (2013), Tanu Weds Manu Returns (2015), Prem Ratan Dhan Payo (2015), Hindi Medium (2017) and Angrezi Medium (2020).

Early life and education Deepak Dobriyal was born on 1 September 1975 in Pauri Garhwal district, Uttar Pradesh (now in Uttarakhand). His parents are from Kabra village near Rithakhal and Satpuli village, Pauri Garhwal. Later, his family moved to Delhi when he was 5 years old. There, Deepak completed his studies at Govt. Boys Senior Secondary School Begumpur.

In Delhi, he lived in Katwariya Saray. Dobriyal is married to Lara Bhalla.

Theatre career He started his acting career in 1994 with eminent theatre director Arvind Gaur. After six years with Asmita theatre, he joined Act One with director Pt. N. K. Sharma. and as a side-kick to the protagonist "Pappi" in Tanu Weds Manu (2011), a role he reprised in 2015 sequel Tanu Weds Manu: Returns and again received critical acclaims.

Filmography

Film

Television YearTitle RolePlatformNotes 2023 Saas, Bahu Aur FlamingoAaygo Dao alias 'Monk'Disney+ Hotstar

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