Actor · Director · Producer

Shreyas Talpade

Indian actor

Born January 27, 1976 · Bombay (now Mumbai), Maharashtra, India

50 years old5′ 7″ (1.70 m)Active 1998–presentIndian

Biography

Shreyas Talpade is an Indian actor, director, and producer known for his work in Hindi and Marathi cinema. Born on 27 January 1976 in Bombay, now Mumbai, Maharashtra, he began his career in Marathi theatre and television before establishing himself in films. He gained widespread recognition for his lead performance in Iqbal (2005), in which he portrayed a deaf and mute young man determined to become a cricketer. His performance received critical acclaim and helped him emerge as a promising actor.
Talpade went on to appear in films such as Dor (2006), Apna Sapna Money Money (2006), Om Shanti Om (2007), Welcome to Sajjanpur (2008) and Golmaal Returns (2008). Audiences particularly appreciated his comic timing and his portrayal of Pappu Master in Om Shanti Om. He continued his association with the popular Golmaal franchise, appearing in Golmaal 3 (2010) and Golmaal Again (2017). Alongside Hindi films, he has contributed to Marathi cinema as an actor and producer.
Talpade also explored filmmaking as a director and producer with the Marathi comedy Poshter Boyz (2014). He gained further attention for voicing Pushpa Raj in the Hindi-dubbed versions of Pushpa: The Rise (2021) and Pushpa 2: The Rule (2024). His career includes comedy, drama, voice acting, and regional cinema, reflecting his versatility as a performer. He is married to Deepti Talpade, and they have a daughter named Aadya.

Notable works

Iqbal2005Dor2006Apna Sapna Money Money2006Om Shanti Om2007Welcome to Sajjanpur2008Golmaal Returns2008Golmaal 32010Housefull 22012Poshter Boyz2014Golmaal Again2017The Lion King(2019) — Hindi dubbing voice of TimonKaun Pravin Tambe?2022Chandu Champion2024Kartam Bhugtam2024Emergency2025Housefull 52025Baaghi 42025Single Salma2025

Awards & honours

8 wins and 18 nominations
Maharashtra State Film Award for Best ActorResham Gaath (2002) — Winner
Zee Cine Award, Critics Choice for Best ActorIqbal (2006) — Winner
Screen Award for Best Comic ActorDor (2007) — Winner
Screen Award for Breakthrough PerformanceIqbal (2006) — Winner
Stardust Award, Jury's Choice for Best Breakthrough PerformanceMale — Om Shanti Om (2008) — Winner
People's Choice Award, India for Favourite Ensemble CastHousefull 2 (2012) — Winner
Cosmopolitan Fun Fearless Award for Best Ensemble CastHousefull 2 (2013) — Winner
Lions Gold Award for Favourite Actor in a Comic RoleGolmaal 3 (2011) — Winner
e4m Play Streaming Media Award for Best Actor in an AnthologyZindaginama (2025) — Winner
Filmfare Award for Best Supporting ActorOm Shanti Om (2008) — Nominee
IIFA Award for Best Performance in a Comic RoleWelcome to Sajjanpur (2009) — Nominee
Zee Cine Award, Jury's Choice for Best Actor in a Supporting RoleGolmaal Again (2018) — Nominee
Zee Cine Award for Best Supporting ActorOm Shanti Om (2008) — Nominee
Zee Cine Award for Best Supporting ActorDor (2007) — Nominee
Zee Cine Award, Jury's Choice for Best Debut ActorIqbal (2006) — Nominee
Apsara Award for Best Actor in a Comic RoleWelcome to Sajjanpur (2009) — Nominee
Annual Central European Bollywood Award for Best Supporting ActorDor (2007) — Nominee
Stardust Award, Reader's Choice for Best Supporting ActorGolmaal Returns (2009) — Nominee
Stardust Award, Jury's Choice for Breakthrough PerformanceMale — Dor (2007) — Nominee
Screen Award for Best Comic ActorWelcome to Sajjanpur (2009) — Nominee
Screen Award for Best Comic ActorGolmaal Again (2018) — Nominee
Zee Marathi Gaurav Award for Best ActorHi Anokhi Gaath (2025) — Nominee
FOI Online Award for Best Actor in a Leading RoleKaun Pravin Tambe? (2022) — Nominee
Filmfare OTT Award for Best Actor: Web Original FilmKaun Pravin Tambe? (2022) — Nominee
Bollywood Film Journalist Award for Best ActorKaun Pravin Tambe? (2023) — Nominee
Star Eminence Award for Best Supporting ActorEmergency (2025) — Nominee
Star Eminence OTT Award for Best ActorCritics — Kaun Pravin Tambe? (2022) — Nominee

Family

DTDeepti TalpadeSpouse · married in 2004

BTBhupesh TalpadeParent · Father

CTCharulata TalpadeParent · Mother

ATAadya TalpadeChild · daughter

JTJayshree TalpadeRelative · Aunt

MTMeena TalpadeRelative · Aunt

FFilmmather EditorialUpdated Oct 21, 2026

Shreyas TalpadeIndian actor

Born: January 27, 1976 (age 50 years)
Bombay (now Mumbai), Maharashtra, India
Full name: Shreyas Anil Talpade
Also known as: Shreya Talpade
Height: 5′ 7″ (1.70 m)
Nationality: Indian
Occupation: Actor, Director, Producer, Voice Actor
Years active: 1998–present
Spouse: Deepti Talpade (married in 2004)
Children: Aadya Talpade (daughter)
Parents: Bhupesh Talpade (Father)
Charulata Talpade (Mother)
Relatives: Jayshree Talpade (Aunt)
Meena Talpade (Aunt)
Education: Shree Ram Welfare Society's High School, located in Andheri West, Mumbai.
Mithibai College of Arts (affiliated with Mumbai University), Vile Parle, Mumbai.
Degree (Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com))
Net worth: Approximately $4.5 million – $5 million USD
Residence: Oshiwara, Andheri West, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India