Bhushan Pradhan is a multifaceted Indian actor known for his work in Marathi films, web series, and theater. Over the years, Bhushan has established himself as a promising talent in the industry, not just for his striking looks but also for his powerful performances that resonate with audiences across various platforms. He has delivered memorable performances in movies like Aamhi Doghi, Coffee Ani Barach Kahi, Satarangi Re, Timepass, Time Bara Vait and more.
Bhushan Pradhan | |
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 Bhushan Pradhan | |
| Born | Bhushan Pradhan |
| Nationality | Indian |
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| Years active | 2007 – Present |
| Known for | Pinjara Kunku |
One of his most acclaimed roles was that of Damodar Hari Chapekar in the ZEE5 Originals web series Gondya Aala Re, a portrayal that earned him significant recognition for bringing the historical figure to life with nuance and depth.
In addition to his success in films and web series, Bhushan has demonstrated a strong affinity for portraying historical characters on-screen. His portrayal of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in the series Jay Bhavani Jay Shivaji, available on Hotstar, was met with widespread acclaim, further cementing his reputation as an actor who can embody complex and iconic figures with authenticity and passion.
2024 proved to be a banner year for Bhushan with back-to-back blockbuster hits. His roles in Juna Furniture as an IAS officer and Gharat Ganpati as a charming, "chocolate hero" have been particularly praised. Both films released in quick succession, with Juna Furniture in April and Gharat Ganpati in July, and they have been major successes at the box office. These performances have not only showcased his range as an actor but have also solidified his position as one of the leading stars in the Marathi entertainment industry.
Bhushan continues to captivate audiences with his compelling screen presence and is undoubtedly a star on the rise, known not only for his good looks but also for his ability to deliver performances that leave a lasting impact.
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edit| Sponsor | Year | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Film | Ref. | ||
| The Times of India, Maharashtra Times |
2017 | 4 | [1] |
| 2018 | 11 | [2] | |
| 2019 | 1 | [3][4] | |
| 2020 | 4 | [5] | |
He was ranked twenty-fourth in The Times of India's Top 50 Most Desirable Men of India in 2019.[6]
Filmography
editTheater / Plays
edit| Year | Title | Role | Director | Producer | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-2020 | Hamlet | Laertes | Chandrakant Kulkarni | Zee Marathi |
Web series
edit| Year | Title | Role | Language | OTT Platform | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Gondya Aala Re | Damodar Chapekar | Marathi | ZEE5 | [7] |
| 2019 | Codename | Damodar Chapekar | Hindi | ZEE5 |
Films
edit| Year | Title | Role | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Parambi | Gangadhar | [8] |
| 2012 | Satrangi Re | Jaydeep Kamat | |
| 2013 | Kalakar | Avinash Jadhav | [9] |
| 2013 | Mee Aani U | Abhishek | |
| 2014 | Goshta Tichya Premachi | Suhas Patil | |
| 2014 | Timepass | Vallabh Lele | [10] |
| 2014 | Miss Match | Raj | [11] |
| 2015 | Timepass 2 | Vallabh Lele | [10] |
| 2015 | Coffee Ani Barach Kahi | Anish | [12] |
| 2015 | Time Bara Vait | Rahul | [13] |
| 2015 | Dhinchak Enterprise | Vishal | [14] |
| 2016 | 1234 | ||
| 2016 | Nivdung | Keshav / Deva | |
| 2016 | Gulmohor | Suhas | |
| 2017 | Shivya | Raghav | [15] |
| 2017 | Ti Ani Itar | Bhaskar | |
| 2018 | Aamhi Doghi | Raam | |
| 2018 | Re Raya | Aadesh | [16] |
| 2018 | Tu Tithe Asave | Malhar | |
| 2019 | Shimmgga | Anna and Jay | |
| 2021 | Ajinkya | Ajinkya | |
| 2022 | Anya | Deepak | |
| 2024 | LagnaKallol | Atharva | [17] |
| 2024 | Unn Sawali | Pranay | [18] |
| 2024 | Juna Furniture | Abhay Govind Pathak | [19] |
| 2024 | Gharat Ganpati | Ketan Gharat | [20] |
Television
edit| Year | Title | Role | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Ghe Bharari | Raj | Mi Marathi |
| 2009-2011 | Chaar Choughi | Akshay Sarnaik | Star Pravah |
| 2009-2010 | Kunku | Aryan Sartape | Zee Marathi |
| 2010-2011 | Olakh | Jay | Star Pravah |
| 2011-2012 | Pinjara | Virendra Deshmukh (Veer) | Zee Marathi |
| 2021 | Jai Bhawani Jai Shivaji | Chattrapati Shivaji Maharaj | Star Pravah |
References
edit- ^ "Maharashtra's Most Desirable Men 2017". The Times of India. 6 March 2018. Retrieved 14 June 2022.
- ^ "Maharashtra's Most Desirable Men 2018". The Times of India. 23 January 2019. Retrieved 14 June 2022.
- ^ "Make way for Maharashtra's Most Desirable men of 2019". The Times of India. 29 February 2020. Retrieved 14 June 2022.
- ^ "Bhushan Pradhan is Maharashtra's Most Desirable Man of 2019". The Times of India. 29 February 2020. Retrieved 4 June 2021.
- ^ "Make Way For The Most Desirable Men Of Maharashtra 2020". The Times of India. 3 June 2021. Retrieved 14 June 2022.
- ^ "Bhushan Pradhan Makes It To The Times 50 'Most Desirable Men of India'!". SpotboyE. Retrieved 4 June 2021.
- ^ "New Web Series on Freedom Fighters Chapekar Brothers to Premiere on Aug. 15". India West. Retrieved 14 June 2021.
- ^ "Bhushan Pradhan". Zee Talkies.
- ^ "Aashay Palekar's directorial debut 'Kalakaar' shot in 12 days". The Times of India.
- ^ a b "Bhushan to go topless for Timepass sequel". The Times of India. Retrieved 25 January 2016.
- ^ "Miss Match Movie Review". The Times of India.
- ^ "Film Reviews: A clever romance". Pune Mirror. Retrieved 25 January 2016.
- ^ "Jordan Belfort or Christian Grey; which goes better?". The Times of India. Retrieved 25 January 2016.
- ^ "Dhinchak Enterprise Movie Review". The Times of India. Retrieved 31 January 2016.
- ^ "'Shivya' will hit in Cinema halls from 21st April". Mega Marathi.
- ^ "Re Raya Movie: Showtimes, Review, Trailer, Posters, News & Videos | eTimes". The Times of India. Retrieved 6 July 2018.
- ^ "Lagna Kallol Movie (2024): Cast, Trailer, OTT, Songs, Release Date | Exclusive 2024 - Rang Marathi". Rang Marathi. 30 January 2024. Retrieved 20 March 2024.
- ^ "Unn Sawali Movie (2024): Cast, Trailer, OTT, Songs, Release Date | Exclusive 2024 - Rang Marathi". Rang Marathi. 20 February 2024. Retrieved 20 March 2024.
- ^ "Juna Furniture Movie (2024): Cast, Trailer, OTT, Songs, Release Date | जुनं फर्निचर | Exclusive 2024 - Rang Marathi". Rang Marathi. 20 March 2024. Retrieved 20 March 2024.
- ^ "Gharat Ganpati Movie (2024): Cast, Trailer, OTT, Songs, Release Date | घरत गणपती | Exclusive 2024 - Rang Marathi". Rang Marathi. 1 May 2024. Retrieved 1 May 2024.