Kavi Kumar Azad
Indian actor (1972–2018) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Kavi Kumar Azad (12 May 1972 – 9 July 2018) was an Indian film and television actor best known for his portrayal of Dr. Hansraj Baldevraj Hathi in an Indian sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah.[1][2][3] He died on 9 July 2018 following a heart attack.[4]
Kavi Kumar Azad | |
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 Azad on set of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah | |
| Born | 12 May 1972[citation needed] |
| Died | 9 July 2018 (aged 46) Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1992–2018 |
| Notable work | Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah |
Biography
After completing his studies, he went to Mumbai to try his luck in films. Early in his career, he worked in several short films and played supporting roles in some films. He was seen in the film, Jodhaa Akbar as a wheat seller. He acted in the DD National superhero show Junior G (2001–03) as a funny police inspector. He gained popularity from the show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, which was started in July 2008. He played the role of Dr. Hansraj Hathi, a resident of Gokuldham Society. He died on 9 July 2018 in Mumbai due to cardiac arrest.[5][6][7] His funeral was held at Mira Road.[8]
Filmography
Films
| Year | Show | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Fun2shh... Dudes in the 10th Century | Royal Guard/Goon on Juhu Beach | Double role |
| 2005 | Kyon Ki | Abdul Malik | |
| 2008 | Jodha Akbar | Wheat seller |
Television
| Year | Show | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Ghar Jamai | Judge at Food Competition | Guest |
| 2001–2003 | Junior G | Police Inspector | |
| 2002 | Chacha Chaudhary | various characters | |
| 2003 | Shararat | Lucky | |
| 2004 | Hatim | Argois | |
| 2006 | Hero - Bhakti Hi Shakti Hai | Dhappi | |
| 2011 | Best of Luck Nikki | Jaanbaz Jaadugar [9] | |
| 2009–2018 | Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah | Dr. Hansraj Baldevraj Hathi | |
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