Jose Rod

Joseph Constancio Rodrigues (18 January 1963 – 25 August 2026), known professionally as Jose Rod, was an Indian singer, composer, actor, director, playwright and footballer known for his work in tiatr productions.

Early life Joseph Constancio Rodrigues was born in Curchorem, Goa on 18 January 1963, to Constancio Anselmo Rodrigues, who hailed from Queula, and Maria Santana Rodrigues. He was the second child among four siblings, with an elder sister and two younger sisters. He grew up in the village of Sanvordem. Rodrigues completed his Secondary School Certificate (SSC) from Guardian Angel High School in Sanvordem. He pursued his undergraduate studies at Parvatibai Chowgule College in Gogol, Goa, and later obtained a postgraduate degree in Banking from Bombay University. Soon after completing his higher education, he decided to immigrate to Kuwait.

Career Rodrigues made his debut in tiatr productions at the age of 5, under the tutelage of his father's cousin Mike Mehta. His initial debut occurred in the theatrical production Nitik Sampoddlo, staged by Albert Carvalho from Sanvordem. This production featured professional cast, including performers like M. Boyer, Remmie Colaço, and Jacinto Vaz. It was performed across various venues in Goa. In that period, non-stop shows were a popular entertainment format in Goa. These shows typically featured sets of 10-12 songs, each structured with a verse and chorus. The songs were woven into the narrative of the play. Besides acting, Rodrigues was also a singer in these non-stop shows. Mehta, played an important role in introducing Rodrigues to the tiatr scene, casting him in productions such as Papagai Canta e Bera (Parrot sings and bellows), Sunita, and Rogot Goykaranchem (Goan Blood). Rodrigues's caught the attention of Anthony San, another figure in the tiatr industry. He was given the opportunity to participate in the non-stop show Darvontto, where he played as an actor and a singer. Rodrigues composed songs for this production.

Konkani director Prince Jacob, offered Rodrigues a prominent role in his non-stop show Pinzrem (Cage). At the age of 20, he portrayed the character of a villainous 70-year-old man. He continued to play in villainous roles in subsequent non-stop shows directed by Jacob, including Kagot (Paper) and Painnem. Following his collaborations with Jacob, Rodrigues was approached by Roseferns to participate in three of his productions: Dovo Kavllo (White Crow), Girann, and Jem Tujem Tem Mhojem (What's yours, so is mine). Rodrigues then decided to work alongside Anthony San. Together, they co-wrote and produced two tiatrs, namely Bhiradd and Punn Kiteak? (But Why?). On 12 March 2012, Rodrigues's father died at the age of 69 in his residence located in Curchorem, Goa. In 2009, Rodrigues underwent a surgical procedure

On 25 August 2026, Rodrigues died at age of 63.