Ashok Saraf

Veteran actors Ashok and Nivedita Saraf returned to Mumbai after representing Marathi cinema at the Cannes Film Festival 2026. The couple, alongside other Marathi artists, showcased Maharashtrian culture on the global stage. This marked Ashok Saraf's memorable debut at the prestigious event at the age of 78.

Veteran Marathi actors Ashok Saraf and Nivedita Saraf, along with Prajakta Mali, Ankita Prabhu-Walawalkar, and Kedar Joshi, attended Cannes 2026. At 78, Ashok made his Cannes debut, walking the red carpet in a bandhgala while Nivedita stunned in a Paithani saree. Their appearance won hearts and went viral online.

Veteran actor Ashok Saraf spoke about his incredible 55-year journey in cinema at Cannes 2026. With nearly 300 films, mostly hits, he reflected on Hum Paanch, Karan Arjun and typecasting as a comedian. Saraf also walked the Cannes red carpet alongside Nivedita Saraf, Prajakta Mali and other Marathi stars.

Marathi cinema made a significant splash at the 79th Cannes Film Festival 2026. Veterans Ashok and Nivedita Saraf, alongside Ankita Walawalkar and Prajakta Mali, proudly showcased Maharashtrian culture, particularly with their traditional 'Nath' adornments. Actor Pushkar Jog also graced the event, celebrating the global launch of OTT platform Abhijat Marathi and adding a distinct cultural flavor to the international festival.

With the grand finale of Cannes 2026 on the horizon, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is ready to make her long-awaited entrance, having missed the festival's opening days for reasons yet to be revealed. A veteran of the red carpet since her stunning debut in 2002, her appearances are a beloved spectacle for audiences back home in India.

India's vibrant presence is set to dazzle at Cannes Film Festival 2026, with stars like Alia Bhatt and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan leading the charge. Bhatt, representing a global beauty brand, expressed her excitement for the "bigger celebration" and the "sisterhood" at the festival.

From the official delegation, filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker will represent India in his capacity as the newly appointed director of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI).

Science and Technology Park (STP) at Pune University announced launch of three new Centres of Excellence and a Global Capability Centre during its 40th anniversary event at Pune International Centre. The initiative focuses on innovation, policy research, geoinformatics. STP highlighted incubation support for 1,372 startups, funding assistance, completion of 659 projects, and development of 26 market-ready products. Dignitaries emphasized AI, policy research, global collaboration, and strengthening India’s innovation ecosystem for future entrepreneurs and research-driven growth.

Mrunal Thakur playfully taught co-star Adivi Sesh Marathi phrases, including a classic dialogue from 'Ashi Hi Banwa Banwi,' in viral Instagram stories. Their off-screen camaraderie is evident as they prepare for their upcoming film 'Dacoit,' directed by Shaneil Deo and co-written by Sesh. The revenge thriller is slated for an April 10, 2026 release.

Legendary actor Ashok Saraf recently completed his 50 years of journey in the entertainment industry. The veteran actor, who has been an essential part of the Marathi and Bollywood industry for the last 50 years, will reminisce his special memories in the unique show 'Bahurupti Ashok'. The special show will be aired on Sunday, July 3 at 7 pm.

Nivedita is quite active on social media but now her love of life Ashok Saraf is all set to enter the social networking handle.

The iconic couple of the Marathi industry Nivedita Saraf-Ashok Saraf, who have been giving relationship goals to their fans for the past few decades, is celebrating 33 years of togetherness today (June 27).

Popular comedian and actor Bhau Kadam recently shared a heartwarming video of his reunion with Marathi cinema legend Ashok Saraf. The video captured their deep bond of respect and admiration, with Bhau touching Ashok Saraf's feet as a mark of reverence. Ashok Saraf praised Bhau for his outstanding work, highlighting his talent and dedication. The reunion not only delighted fans but also showcased the enduring legacy of Marathi cinema and the genuine support artists have for each other. This heartwarming moment serves as a reminder that true respect among artists transcends stardom.

Renowned veteran actor Ashok Saraf will soon participate in the game of knowledge and entertainment, 'Kon Honar Crorepati'. The new season of 'Kon Honar Crorepati' started a couple of weeks ago. In the first week's Karmaveer episode, senior actresses Tanuja and Kajol graced as special guests. In the second week, senior writer and social worker Padma Shri Sudha Murthy was present. Now, in the upcoming episode of 'Kon Honar Crorepati', Ashok Saraf, who is known as 'Ashok Mama' by the Marathi entertainment industry, will be present in the Karmaveer special.

Tejashri Pradhan and Ashutosh Patki, the on-screen couple from "Aggabai Sasubai," met veteran actor Ashok Saraf to congratulate him on receiving the Maharashtra Bhushan Award. The show revolved around Tejashri's character, Shubhra, and her efforts to encourage her mother-in-law's remarriage. The meeting was a celebration of their bond and Saraf's well-deserved recognition.

Ashok Saraf will be seen in his first television show since Hum Paanch.

Actor Ashok Saraf will be seen contesting the elections, but only in his Marathi film Khara Sangu Khota Khota

Ashok Saraf, who is well known for his stellar performances in Marathi and Hindi films, has been selected for Maharashtra Bhushan Award 2023.

Ashok Saraf, veteran actor, and husband of Aggabai Sasubai star Nivedita Saraf, who is known for his impeccable comic timing, turned 74 today (June 4).

Actor Aniket Vishwasrao took to social media to wish his guru Ashok Saraf on the occasion of guru purnima.

Along with Nivedita and Ashok Saraf, the entire team of the play 'Vacuum Cleaner' went to Melbourne for the first time for their show. The team is currently busy working on their international trip. Nivedita and Ashok took out sometime from their busy schedule and explored major places in Melbourne

Veteran actor Ashok Saraf recently graced the Marathi reality show Indian Idol Marathi. The contestants of the show paid tribute to Ashok Saraf on the show by singing his popular songs. Contestants Prateek Torse and Bhagyashree rendered the song Ashwini Ye Na. Ashwini Ye Na is the first-ever Marathi song of the legendary singer Kishor Kumar featuring Ashok Saraf in a lead role. Reminiscing some fond memories of Kishor Kumar, Ashok Saraf got emotional on the show adding that he never got such a powerful voice on-screen after the demise of Kishor Da.

In an upcoming episode of the Marathi musical show 'Sur Nava Dhyas Nava,' viewers can anticipate a delightful treat as veteran actors and real-life couple Ashok Saraf and Nivedita Saraf take center stage. A recently unveiled promo provides a sneak peek into the entertaining banter, specifically when host Rasika Sunil playfully questions Ashok Saraf about Nivedita's preferred tourist spot. The snippet promises a blend of humor and music, making the episode a must-watch for fans of the show.

Marathi cinema's veteran star Ashok Saraf turned a year old today. His fans and industry colleagues stormed social media with the wishes for his birthday.

Renowned Bollywood actor Jitendra recently graced the special show 'Bahurupi Ashok' and celebrated veteran actor Ashok Saraf's 75th birthday and the latter's successful 50 years in the industry. In the show, Jitendra recalled his memories with Ashok Saraf, his initial days of life in Girgaon, proficiency in the Marathi language, and more.

Contestants on the Marathi reality singing show "Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Li'l Champs" paid tribute to veteran actor Ashok Saraf by performing his popular Marathi songs. In a touching moment, the young contestants washed Saraf's feet, leaving the actor emotional. The promo for the episode was shared by Saraf's wife on Instagram, expressing gratitude for the gesture.

Marathi actor Ashok Saraf recently shared his thoughts on the preferences of Marathi viewers, stating that they value an actor's performance over their appearance. He mentioned that Marathi audiences remember an actor for their work, not their looks. This insight highlights the enduring legacy of the Marathi entertainment industry, where the ability to engage and captivate the audience remains crucial. Saraf's own successful career serves as an example of his exceptional acting skills and connection with viewers.

In the recent episode of Indian Idol Marathi, popular and veteran Marathi actors Ashwini Bhave and Ashok Saraf graced the show. The popular on-screen jodi was featured in many blockbuster Marathi films of the '90s like Wajir, Kalat Nakalat etc. Their biggest hit was Ashi He Banwa Banwa and the actors couldn't resist reminiscing some fond memories of the film on the singing reality show.

The Marathi cinema's comedy king, Ashok Saraf is a known figure in the Marathi film industry as well as Bollywood. He is especially known for his comic roles. He is also named as the ‘Samrat Ashoka’ of Marathi film industry. His facial expressions and style of dialogue delivery make him a fascinating actor to watch. He has many Marathi movies, stage plays, Hindi movies and TV serials to his credit.

Actor-director Sachin Pilgaonkar and Ashok Saraf have done more than 20 films together. It is very rare to see such bonding between two male actors in the Marathi and Bollywood industry, and one that would be hard to find today.