Makarand Deshpande was born in Dahanu, Maharashtra, India on March 6, 1966. He now lives in Vile Parle, Mumbai, Maharashtra. He has been interested in writing since childhood and began creating plays in college. As of 2018, he had performed in over 90 plays, including both short and full-length works. He earned the South Indian International Movie Award for Best Actor in a Negative Role twice in 2012 for his flicks Dandupalya (Kannada) and No. 66 Madhura Bus (Malayalam).
Makarand Deshpande is a Hindi, Marathi, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada-speaking Indian actor, director, writer, and producer. He is most renowned for his stage performances.
Makarand Deshpande Bio/Wiki
| Birth Name | Makarand Deshpande |
| Profession | Actor, Director, Writer, Producer |
| Age | 57 years (as in 2023) |
| Religion | Hindu |
| Sun Sign/Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
| Birth Place | Dahanu, Maharashtra |
| Date of Birth | March 6, 1966 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Residence | Vile Parle, Mumbai, maharashtra |
| Home Town | Dahanu, Maharashtra |
| Hobbies | Reading Writing |
Family | |
| Mother's Name | Name Not Known |
| Father's Name | Vinayak Deshpande |
| Brother | Name Not Known |
| Sister | Name Not Known |
Girlfriends/Affairs | |
| Affairs/Girlfriends | Sonali Kulkarni Nivedita Pohankar |
Marital Status, Wife and Children | |
| Wife/Spouse | Sonali Kulkarni (divorced in 2006) Nivedita Pohankar (married in 2016 year) |
| Marriage Date | 2016 Year |
| Children | None |
Education | |
| School | B.P.M. High School, Mumbai |
| College/University | Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics, Mumbai |
| Educational Qualification | Graduate |
Height, Weight, and Figure Measurements | |
| Height (Approx.) | in centimeters- 175 cm in meters- 1.75 m in feet inches- 5’ 9" |
| Weight (Approx.) | in kilograms- 70 kg in pounds- 154 lbs |
Favourite Things | |
| Actor | Jackie Shroff, Anil Kapoor |
| Actress | Aishwarya Rai |
| Singer | Udit Narayan, Sonu Nigam |
| Destination | Jaipur, Bhopal |
| Playwright | Vijay Tendulkar, Luigi Pirandello, William Shakespeare, Rabindranath Tagore |
| Sport | Kho Kho, Cricket |
Wife
He was born into a Hindu middle-class family. Makarand was previously engaged to his long-term girlfriend, actress Sonali Kulkarni, but the couple called it quits in 2006. After being in a relationship for a few years, he married writer Nivedita Pohankar in 2016.
Career
Makarand Deshpande attended B. P. M. High School in Mumbai and graduated from Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics. He began creating plays for intercollegiate contests throughout his undergraduate years. He began his acting career in 1988 when he played Baba in the Bollywood film Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak. Apart from Bollywood, Makarand has appeared in films like Dandupalya (Kannada, 2012), Jalsa (Telugu, 2008), No. 66 Madhura Bus (Malayalam, 2012), Rita (Marathi, 2009), and others.
He began working as a theatrical performer at Prithvi Theatre in 1990 and performed in a number of shows. Later, he met actor Kay Kay Menon, with whom he co-founded Ansh Theatre Group in 1993. After that, he made his stage debut with the full-length play Dream Man. Makarand Deshpande wrote, directed, and produced various popular plays at his theatre, including Sir Sir Sarla (2006), Karodo Mein Ek (2008), Miss Beautiful (2009), Joke (2009), Dev Vanar, Vasant Ka Teera Youvan, and others. Danav (2003), Hanan (2004), Shahrukh Bola Khoobsurat Hai Tu (2010), Sona Spa (2013), and Saturday Sunday are some of the films he has written and directed (2014).
He was a judge in the Marathi reality TV programme Marathi Paul Padate Pudhe in 2011. Makarand appeared on the sports reality TV show Celebrity Cricket League (CCL) Season 3 as a member of the Veer Marathi squad in 2013. Because of his wonderful voice, he was given the opportunity to sing songs for films such as Jungle (2000), Ek Aur Visphot (2002), Supari (2003), and Naach (2003). (2004).
Makarand Deshpande Movies
| Web Series | |
| Year | Title |
| 2017 | Inside Edge |
| 2019 | Modi: Journey of a Common Man |
| 2019 | The Verdict – State vs Nanavati |
| 2020 | Hundred |
| 2022 | Shoorveer |
| 2022 | The Fame Game |
| Movies | |
| Year | Title |
| 1988 | Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak |
| 1989 | Salim Langde Pe Mat Ro |
| 1991 | Prahaar: The Final Attack |
| 1993 | Sir |
| 1993 | Bedardi |
| 1993 | Pehla Nasha |
| 1994 | Anth |
| 1995 | Naajayaz |
| 1995 | Naseem |
| 1996 | Fareb |
| 1996 | Ghatak: Lethal |
| 1997 | Udaan |
| 1998 | Satya |
| 1999 | Sarfarosh |
| 2000 | Jungle |
| 2000 | Ghaath |
| 2002 | Ek Aur Visphot |
| 2002 | Company |
| 2002 | Pyaar Diwana Hota Hai |
| 2002 | Lal Salam |
| 2002 | Road |
| 2002 | Makdee |
| 2003 | Market |
| 2003 | Chameli |
| 2004 | Hanan |
| 2004 | Paisa Vasool |
| 2004 | Ek Se Badhkar Ek |
| 2004 | Swades |
| 2005 | Khamosh... Khauff Ki Raat |
| 2005 | Ek Khiladi Ek Haseena |
| 2006 | Darna Zaroori Hai |
| 2006 | Yun Hota Toh Kya Hota |
| 2010 | Guzaarish |
| 2010 | Khatta Meeta |
| 2010 | That Girl in Yellow Boots |
| 2011 | Bbuddah... Hoga Terra Baap |
| 2011 | My Friend Pinto |
| 2012 | Kalpvriksh |
| 2013 | Jackpot |
| 2013 | Issaq |
| 2014 | Abhinay Chakra |
| 2014 | Hawaa Hawaai |
| 2015 | Mogali Puvvu |
| 2016 | Pratichhaya |
| 2017 | Meri Beti Sunny Leone Banna Chaahti Hai |
| 2017 | Fukrey Returns |
| 2017 | The Wishing Tree |
| 2017 | Hanuman: Da' Damdaar |
| 2017 | Game of Ayodhya |
| 2019 | Mere Pyare Prime Minister |
| 2019 | Junglee |
| 2019 | Chicken Curry Law |
| 2019 | Bombay Rose |
| 2020 | Malang |
| 2020 | Sadak 2 |
| 2021 | Liger |
| 2021 | 12am |
| 2022 | Shoorveer |
| Web Series | |
| Year | Title |
| 1989 | Circus |
| 1994 | Filmi Chakkar as Papa Natekar |
| 1996 | Devta as Suraj |
| - | Waqt Ki Raftaar |
| - | Sailaab |
| - | Sarabhai vs Sarabhai |
| - | Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi |
| 2018 | Vikram Betaal Ki Rahasya Gatha |
| - | Maharashtracha Superstar 2 |
Makarand Deshpande Net Worth
As of 2023, he is one of Bollywood’s most prestigious actors and has a net worth of Rs 12-14 crores. As of 2023, his monthly payment is around Rs 20-40 lakhs, with an annual income of approximately Rs 2 Crores.
Aside from his worth, he earns Rs 20-30 Lakhs per year through advertisements, wages, movies, and songs. His own investments, real estate, and stocks are also included. Separately, he charges the brands Rs 10-20 Lakh rupees for endorsements.
| Estimated Net Worth in 2023 (Approx) | Rs 12-14 crores |
| Estimated Net Worth in 2022 (Approx) | Rs 10-12 crores |
| Salary Per Year | Rs 2 crores |
| Income Source | TV Actor, Writer |
| Endorsements | None |
| Car Collection | Rolls Royce |
Quick Facts
Makarand Deshpande published Ansh Theatre Group, a limited edition book. He consumes alcoholic beverages. He wants to portray the role of the late Indian painter Raja Ravi Verma. His favourite actors are Jackie Shroff and Anil Kapoor, while his favourite actress is Aishwarya Rai. Makarand enjoys singing and considers Udit Narayan and Sonu Nigam to be his all-time favourites.
He also enjoys travelling, and his favourite destinations are Jaipur, Bhopal, and Lucknow. Vijay Tendulkar, William Shakespeare, Luigi Pirandello, and Rabindranath Tagore are among his favourite playwrights. Cricket and Kho Kho are his favourite sports.
FAQs
How old is Makarand Deshpande?
He is 57 years old as of 2023.
Who is Makarand Deshpande married to?
He is married to Nivedita Pohankar.
How much is the net worth of Makarand Deshpande?
As of 2023, he owes around INR 12-14 crores.