Laxmikant Berde
Born: 1954-10-26 in India
Died: 2004-12-16
Known For: Acting
Biography
Laxmikant Berde was a renowned Indian actor who made significant contributions to the Marathi and Hindi film industries. Berde started his career in the entertainment industry in the late 1970s and quickly rose to prominence due to his impeccable comic timing and versatile acting skills. Laxmikant Berde gained widespread recognition for his work in Marathi theater and cinema. He became a household name with his exceptional performances in plays like "Shantata! Court Chalu Aahe" and "Maanapman." His ability to effortlessly switch between comedic and serious roles showcased his acting prowess and endeared him to audiences. Berde's foray into Hindi cinema marked another milestone in his career. He became a sought-after actor in Bollywood, especially for his memorable supporting roles in numerous hit films during the 1990s. Some of his notable Hindi films include "Maine Pyar Kiya," "Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!" and "Saajan." Known for his distinctive style and unique expressions, Laxmikant Berde carved a niche for himself in the industry. His collaboration with fellow actor Ashok Saraf in Marathi cinema was particularly cherished by audiences, and the duo became one of the most beloved comic pairs in the regional film industry. Tragically, Laxmikant Berde's promising career was cut short when he passed away at the age of 50 on December 16, 2004, due to a kidney ailment. Despite his untimely demise, his contributions to Indian cinema, especially in Marathi and Hindi films, continue to be celebrated, and he is remembered as one of the finest actors in the industry.
Filmography
2005
- Insan as Laxman
- Qatal-E-Aam
2004
- Meri Biwi Ka Jawab Nahin as Inspector Prakash
- Hatya: The Murder as Bhandari
- Ghar Grihasti
- Pachhadlela as Vetale
- Tauba Tauba as Mr. Gomes
2003
2002
- Hum Tumhare Hain Sanam as Hasmukh
2001
2000
- Beti No. 1 as Laxman D. Bhatnagar
- Dangerous as Laxmikant 'Lakshya' Lokhande
- Papa the Great
1999
- Dil Kya Kare as Ram Dulare Sinha
- Dhangad Dhinga as Laxminath Khotare
1998
- Satvapariksha as Mahesh Deshmukh
1997
- Hameshaa
- Dhaal as Dodo
- Zameer: The Awakening of a Soul as Beparwah
- Mere Sapno Ki Rani as Arun
1995
- Criminal as Mangu
- Haathkadi
- Taqdeerwala as Pandu
- Saajan Ki Baahon Mein as Anand
- Jamla Ho Jamla
1994
- Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! as Lalloo Prasad
- The Gentleman
- Maza Chakula
- Brahma as Timepass
- Kranti Kshetra
- Janta Ki Adalat as Tukia
- Soniyachi Mumbai
- Bajrangachi Kamaal as Lakshya
1993
- Gumrah as Pakya
- Dil Ki Baazi as Mohan Murli
- Anari as Raghu
- Hasti as Pasinger
- Aadmi Khilona Hai as Champaklal
- Ram Rahim
- Sangram
- Zapatlela as Laxmilkant (Lakshya) Bolke
- Everyone's a Gentleman
1992
- Beta as Pandu
- Dil Ka Kya Kasoor as Murli
- Deedar as Mahesh
- Jeeva Sakha
- Geet as Pandey
- Once There Was A Clown
- Shubhamangal Savadhan
1991
- Saajan as Laxmi
- Trinetra as Ajit / Akbar / Anthony / Amar
- 100 Days as Balam
- Shejari Shejari
- Dancer as Dattu
- Same to Same as Ram / Laxman / Bhalu / Shantanu
- Mumbai to Mauritius
- One Full Four Half
- Aayatya Gharat Gharoba
- Doctor Doctor as Gopya
- Aflatoon as Babanrav Barshikar
1990
- Dhadakebaaz as Laxmikant 'Lakshya' Hajare / Genie Gangaram
- Shubha Bol Narya as Narayan (Narya)
- Changu Mangu as Mangu
- Kuldeepak
- Eka Peksha Ek
- Where Should I Search For Her? as Namya (Namu)
1989
- Maine Pyar Kiya as Manohar
- Ghost's Brother as Barko
- Rajane Wajavila Baja as Khulya
- Balache Baap Brahmachari
- Chambu Gabale
- Pheka Pheki
- Hamal De Dhamal
- Thartharat
- Rickshawali
1988
- Ashi Hi Banwa Banwi as Parshuram (Parshya)/Parvati (Paro)
- Ek Gadi Baaki Anadi as Raja Pradhan
- Nasheebwan as Shankar
- Gauracha Navra
- Majjach Majja as Bajirao "Bajya"
1987
- Bhatak Bhavani
- De Dana Dan as Lakshman 'Lakshya' Tangmode
- Khatyal Sasu Nathal Soon as Bajirao Namdeo Didhmishe
- Anything For Love as Gopi
- Khara Kadhi Bolu Naye
- Kalatay Pan Valat Nahi
1986
- Amhi Doghe Raja Rani as Raja Joshi
- Gadbad Ghotala
1985
- Dhum Dhadaka as Lakshya
1984
- Lek Chalali Sasarla as Deepak Waghmare
- Aali Lahar Kela Kahar