Yashwant Sardeshpande Age, Wiki and Bio

Yashwant Sardeshpande

Quick Info

ProfessionActor, Director, Filmmaker
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth13/06/1963
Age62 years (died on 29, Sep, 2025)
BirthplaceUkkali, Karnataka, India
Date of Death29/09/2025

Bio/Wiki

Real NameYashavant Sirdeshpande
Other NameYashwanth Sardeshpande
NicknameNageya Sardar

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 9" (175 cm)
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorSalt & Pepper

Educational Qualification(s)

Qualifications
  • A diploma in Theatre from Ninasam Theatre Institute
  • A certificate course in Cinema and Drama Writing from New York University (1996)

Personal Life

Zodiac signGemini

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Marriage Date14/07/1991

Family

FatherSridharrao Gopalrao Sardeshpande
MotherKalpana Devi
SpouseMalati Sardeshpande
Children
  • Daughter: Kalpashri Y. Sirdeshpande

Career

Achievements
  • Gained prominence in theatre and established a repertory called 'Guru Samsthe' in Hubballi.
  • His breakthrough came from the comedy play 'All The Best,' which saw immense popularity.
  • Directed and performed in numerous successful plays, including solo performances like 'Rashichakra.'
  • Acted in notable films such as 'Marma', 'Amruthadhare', and 'Rama Shama Bhama'.
  • Recognized for his dialogue writing in the North Karnataka dialect, especially for 'Rama Shama Bhama.'
  • Produced and directed the comedy film 'Idya Madyara' in 2009.
  • Participated in many theatrical productions and enhanced regional plays, bringing works of Kannada poet D.R. Bendre to life.
Awards
  • 2003: Aryabhatta Award
  • 2005: Mayur Award
  • 2006: Sunfeast-Udaya Award for Best Dialogues for the film 'Rama Shama Bhama'
  • 2008: Abhinaya Bharati Award
  • 2008: Rangadhruva Award
  • 2008: Globalman International Award
  • 2010: Rajyotsava Award, one of Karnataka's highest state honours

Social Media

Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/yashavant.sirdeshpande.3

Some Lesser Known Facts

Yashwant developed a passion for theatre during his early years.
Established a theatre group with fellow graduates post his education.
His play 'All The Best' was a massive success with over 500 performances.
Directed and acted in over 60 plays throughout his career.
Contributed significantly to Kannada cinema, participating in various films and television series.
Admired not just for his performances, but also for his ability to connect with audiences.
An enthusiastic traveler who shared his adventures online.
Performed a play shortly before his sudden passing in Bengaluru.

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