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Ashok Saraf

Ashok Saraf

Actor · Born June 4, 1947 (79) · Bombay, Bombay Presidency, British India

Ashok Saraf (born 4 June 1947) is an Indian actor and comedian. He has appeared in many Hindi and Marathi movies for since the late 1960s Ashok Saraf is known mainly for comedy movies, many of which he appeared in with Laxmikant Berde. Apart from films, Ashok Saraf has also starred in television serials like Yeh Choti Badi Baatein and Hum Paanch (as Anand Mathur). He is referred to as the Mahanayak, Ashok Samrat or Mama of the Marathi film industry.

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Biography from TMDB.

Born
June 4, 1947 (79)
From
Bombay, Bombay Presidency, British India
Works as
Actor
Titles
7 on MovieCove · 106 credits in all
Links
IMDb (opens in a new tab)TMDB (opens in a new tab)Wikidata (opens in a new tab)

Known for

TMDB popularity, last 38 days to Oct 27Down 16% in 30 days

What are Ashok Saraf's films like?

Across their 7 MovieCove titles with a thematic analysis, their films lean Morality and Bonds.

Themes

share of theme weight
Morality
47%
Bonds
39%
Power
8%
Society
4%
Self
2%
Family bonds4 titles, browse their movies with this themeJustice3 titles, browse their movies with this themeRomantic love2 titles, browse their movies with this themeBetrayal2 titles, browse their movies with this themeDeception2 titles, browse their movies with this theme

What they feel like to watch

their average across 7 films
ToneFeelDemandtheir average · filled zone: the category
Light: How heavy the subject matter and outlook get. Browse their light movies.
Tone · Weight
lightdark

Light 5 · Serious 1 · Dark 1

Stylized: How far its world departs from everyday reality. Browse their stylized movies.
Tone · Style
naturalisticheightened

A split, not a type: Grounded 0 · Stylized 2 · Heightened 5

Intense: How hard the emotional peaks hit while you watch. Browse their intense movies.
Feel · Intensity
gentleintense

Gentle 0 · Charged 3 · Intense 4

Shifting: How much it swings between very different feelings. Browse their shifting movies.
Feel · Swings
steadyswings

A split, not a type: Steady 1 · Shifting 2 · Whiplash 4

Some laughs: How much of the runtime is played for laughs. Browse their some laughs movies.
Feel · Humor
noneconstant

Straight-faced 2 · Some laughs 3 · Funny 2

Even-paced: How fast it moves from scene to scene. Browse their even-paced movies.
Demand · Pace
slowrelentless

Slow burn 0 · Even-paced 6 · Relentless 1

Casual: How much focus it asks of you — look away and lose the thread? Browse their casual movies.
Demand · Attention
casualfull focus

A split, not a type: Casual 3 · Engaged 4 · Full focus 0

Affecting: How much it costs you emotionally; whether you need recovery time. Browse their affecting movies.
Demand · Emotional cost
easyheavy

A split, not a type: Easy watch 4 · Affecting 1 · Heavy 2

Resolved: How much is left for you to interpret. Browse their resolved movies.
Demand · Resolution
resolvedambiguous

Resolved 7 · Open-ended 0 · Ambiguous 0

Roles they play

2 analyzed roles
  • Allyas Head-Constable Prabhu Sawalkar in Singham (2011)
  • Allyas Dhansu begger in Familywala (2014)

Moods and endings

endings are an aggregate; no title is named

Dominant moods · mentions across their titles

Tense
5
Romantic
4
Joyful
2
Melancholic
3
Warm
2
Other
5

How their films linger

Fun3 titles, browse their movies with this aftertasteFeel-good3 titles, browse their movies with this aftertasteCathartic3 titles, browse their movies with this aftertasteRousing2 titles, browse their movies with this aftertasteHopeful2 titles, browse their movies with this aftertaste

How their films end · 5 with a twist

  • Happy6
  • Bittersweet1

AI-generated from each title's plot synopsis and cast list, with extra plot summaries, reviews and Parents Guide notes for titles the model may not know, and the model's own knowledge of the ones it recognizes. Only analyzed titles count, so this covers part of the filmography; the feel axes count films only for now.

Where can I watch Ashok Saraf's films?

As of October 24, 2026, 3 of their 7 MovieCove titles stream on a subscription or free service.

Subscription and free streaming for Ashok Saraf's titles on MovieCove; rent and buy are not counted. Titles are listed by Midcredits score, highest first, at most 12 per service; a dashed chip is a producer credit or a minor one, such as a thanks. A service opens the browse page, which counts movies only, so its number can differ.

Filmography

106 credits, 7 with a MovieCove page.

  • Punha Ekda Sade Made 3 (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2026)

    as Ratan

  • Ashi Hi Jamva Jamvi (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2025)

    as Mohan

  • Navra Mazha Navsacha 2 (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2024)

    as Conductor Lalu

  • Ved (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2022)

    as Dinkar Jadhav

  • Jivan Sandhya (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2021)

    as Jivan Abhyankar

  • Altun Paltun (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2020)

    as Dhananjay

  • Prawaas (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2020)

    Actor

  • Me Shivaji Park (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2018)

    Actor

  • Familywala(2014)

    as Dhansu begger

    Midcredits score: 37th percentile of all films (provisional, few ratings)

  • Ekulti Ek (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2013)

    Actor

  • Ya Topikhali Dadlay Kay? (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2013)

    Actor

  • Singham(2011)

    as Prabhu Bhawalkar

    Midcredits score: 73rd percentile of all films

  • Someone For Somebody (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2011)

    as Dr. Prabhakar

  • Tata Birla And Laila (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2010)

    Actor

  • Gosht Lagna Nantarchi (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2009)

    Actor

  • Nishani Dava Angatha (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2009)

    as Bhau Rathod

  • Master Eke Master (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2009)

    Actor

  • Ek Daav Dhobhi Pachhad (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2008)

    as Dadasaheb Dandge

  • Aaba Zindabad (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2008)

    as Vitthal "Aaba" Krishanaji Patil

  • Sakhi (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2008)

    Actor

  • Amhi Satpute (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2008)

    as Annasaheb Bhosle

  • Chalu Navra Bholi Bayko (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2008)

    Actor

  • Saade Maade Teen (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2007)

    as Ratan

  • Karayla Gelo Ek (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2007)

    as Kale

  • Lapun Chapun (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2006)

    Actor

  • Ek Unaad Diwas (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2006)

    Actor

  • Deva Shappath Khota Saangen Khara Saangnar Naahi (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2006)

    as Tatya Ugdepatil

  • Pahili Sher, Doosri Savaasher, Navra Paavsher (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2006)

    Actor

  • Navra Mazha Navsacha (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2004)

    as Conductor Lalu

  • Kuch Tum Kaho Kuch Hum Kahein (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2002)

    as Govind

  • Jodi No. 1 (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2001)

    Actor

  • Aashiq (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2001)

    as Constable

  • Beti No. 1 (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2000)

    as Ram B. Bhatnagar

  • Joru ka Ghulam (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2000)

    as P.K. Girpade

  • Khoobsurat(1999)

    as Mahesh Chaudhary

    Midcredits score: 23rd percentile of all films

  • Bandhan(1998)

    as Chillu

    Midcredits score: 28th percentile of all films

  • Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1998)

    as Tadkalal

  • Judge Mujrim (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1997)

    as PA Natwar

  • Yes Boss (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1997)

    as Johnny

  • Gupt: The Hidden Truth(1997)

    as Havaldar Pandu

    Midcredits score: 83rd percentile of all films

  • Koyla(1997)

    as Raja Saab's Doctor

    Midcredits score: 61st percentile of all films

  • Bal Bramhachari (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1996)

    as Pyare Mohan

  • Like Father, Like Son (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1996)

    as Raja

  • Army (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1996)

    as Pascal

  • Aisi Bhi Kya Jaldi Hai (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1996)

    as Dr. Avinash

  • Maya Mamta (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1996)

    as Sethji

  • Guddu (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1995)

    as Baliya

  • Hum Paanch (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1995)

    Show 311 episodes · as Anand Mathur

  • Jamla Ho Jamla (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1995)

    Actor

  • The Anklet (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1995)

    Actor

  • Sangdil Sanam (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1994)

    as Bhalchander

  • Maza Chakula (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1994)

    Actor

  • Ghayaal (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1993)

    as Ramchandra Hire

  • Our People (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1993)

    Actor

  • Dil Hi To Hai (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1992)

    as Lodge's Manager

  • Jaagruti (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1992)

    as Sevalal

  • Shubhamangal Savadhan (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1992)

    Actor

  • I Yearn For The Full Moon (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1992)

    Actor

  • Maal Masala (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1992)

    as Kumar Desai

  • Prem Deewane(1992)

    as Shomu

    Midcredits score: 25th percentile of all films

  • Yaara Dildara (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1991)

    as Yadav

  • Aayatya Gharat Gharoba (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1991)

    Actor

  • Unexpected (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1991)

    as Uttamrao Pawar

  • Benaam Badsha (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1991)

    as Vinay Chandra "VCR" Rathod

  • Shejari Shejari (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1991)

    Actor

  • Balidaan (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1991)

    Actor

  • Mumbai to Mauritius (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1991)

    Actor

  • Aamchya Sarkhe Aamhich (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1990)

    as Bhupal / Nirbhay Inamdar

  • Changu Mangu (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1990)

    as Changu / Ramanna

  • Eka Peksha Ek (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1990)

    Actor

  • Pheka Pheki (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1989)

    Actor

  • Ghost's Brother (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1989)

    as Bandhu

  • Balache Baap Brahmachari (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1989)

    Actor

  • Ina Mina Dika (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1989)

    Actor

  • Mahal (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1989)

    Actor

  • Pandharichi Vari (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1988)

    Actor

  • Ashi Hi Banwa Banwi (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1988)

    as Dhananjay Mane

  • Ek Gadi Baaki Anadi (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1988)

    as Kirkire

  • Ghar Ghar Ki Kahani (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1988)

    as Lallu Ram

  • Shiva Shakti (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1988)

    as Karim

  • Aurat Teri Yehi Kahani (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1988)

    Actor

  • Anandi Anand (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1987)

    as Bhalu (Balchandra)

  • Anything For Love (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1987)

    as Dr. Bhagaram Gaitonde

  • Gammat Jammat (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1987)

    as Phalgun Vadke

  • Hamidabai Ki Kothi (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1987)

    Actor

  • Gadbad Ghotala (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1986)

    Actor

  • Khichadi (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1985)

    as Jagdishwar Jagdale

  • Dhum Dhadaka (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1985)

    as Ashok

  • Bin Kamacha Navra (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1984)

    as Tukaram "Tukya"

  • Abodh (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1984)

    as Hanuman

  • Navri Mile Navryala (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1984)

    as Balasaheb Inamdar

  • The Groom Gets A Bride (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1984)

    as Baalasaheb Inamdar

  • Sasu Varchad Jawai (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1983)

    Actor

  • Baiko Asavi Ashi (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1983)

    Actor

  • Don Baika Phajeeti Aika (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1982)

    as Jaisinghrao Pawar

  • Sundara Satarkar (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1981)

    Actor

  • Mosambi Narangi (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1981)

    Actor

  • Oh The Cruel World (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1981)

    as Savkar Patil

  • Fatakadi (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1980)

    Actor

  • Sulavarchi Poli (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1980)

    Actor

  • Haldi Kunku (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1979)

    Actor

  • Meri Biwi Ki Shaadi (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1979)

    as Advocate Venkat Vyas

  • Damaad (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1978)

    as Mr. Khote

  • Ram Ram Gangaram (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1977)

    as Mhamdu Khatik

  • Pandu Hawaldar (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1975)

    Actor

  • Ek Daav Dhobi Pachhad (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)

    as Dadasaheb Dandge

Career shape

Star power in the 80th percentile of 239,109 people with a billed film role, over a full career of 106 titles, 105 of them dated from 1975 to 2026; peak year 1997.

Biggest box office

Singham (2011)

$15M worldwide

Highest rated

Gupt: The Hidden Truth (1997)

Midcredits 83rd

Most popular right now

Singham (2011)

Film career

19752026

Peak 1997 · fewer prominent film roles lately. Film roles by billing, audience size and rating; 25+ votes. A show carries a single first-air date, so shows are not on the curve.

  • 1997Screen debut· Koyla
  • 2011Career best· Singham

By role

only this rolewith another role
Acting106 of 106: 106 only acting, 0 with another role · typical Midcredits score37th

By decade

1970s5 · acting1980s30 · acting1990s36 · acting2000s20 · acting2010s7 · acting2020s7 · acting

Billing

usually 7th · top billed in 0% of 6 roles

Counts from TMDB across their full career, self appearances out; a title counts in every role they held on it. The ring is the typical Midcredits score (the median percentile) of the role's titles that are on MovieCove, shown from 5 scored. Billing is TMDB cast order for roles with 25+ votes, billed in the top 30.

How do Ashok Saraf's films land?

Their typical MovieCove film has a Midcredits score in the 37th percentile, the median of all 7; across their 7 films with reception data, the typical film sits in the 38th percentile for acclaim.

Acclaim · how much people like their films

38thpercentile
Typical film, the median of 7

Approval · how many liked their films

39thpercentile
Typical film, the median of 7

Reach · how many have seen their films

46thpercentile
Typical film, the median of 7

Midcredits score across 7 titles, by percentile

  • 75th and up1
  • 50th to 74th2
  • 25th to 49th3
  • Below 25th1

Shape of the crowd

3 of their 7 titles are Mixed.

  • Universally Loved1
  • Divisive1
  • Cult Classic1
  • Crowd Pleaser1
  • Mixed3

Most divisive · actor

Familywala (2014)

91st percentile spread · 42% rated it 4 or lower

Most loved · actor

Gupt: The Hidden Truth (1997)

Midcredits 83rd · 79% liked

Reviewers score the acting 63/100 in their films, across 6 reviewed titles; fans 76, detractors 32. The element that speaks to their work as an actor.

Percentiles are each film's standing among all films on MovieCove; the typical film is the median, so one outlier cannot drag it. Percentiles and reviewer scores count the films IMDb credits them on, for now; the Midcredits score bands, the shape of the crowd and the two cards count their MovieCove titles, shows included (a show ranked among shows), appearances as themselves left out. A descriptor is the shape of a title's IMDb rating distribution against the catalog; "most divisive" needs a spread wider than half of all titles, and a card names only a principal credit: a craft role, and on a show a crew role or a run of episodes, never a courtesy credit or a one-off guest spot.

Who does Ashok Saraf work with?

People who share at least 2 of Ashok Saraf's MovieCove titles, grouped by what they did on them; Paresh Rawal shares the most, 3.

Writers

Actors

Composers