Samir Diwakar Choughule (born 29 June 1973) is an Indian actor and writer from Mumbai. He is better known for his comedy roles, style and slapstick performance. From daily soaps to comedy shows, from theater plays to movies, Samir has acted in Marathi, Hindi and English shows. He is currently known for his role in "Maharashtrachi Hasyajatra" being telecasted on Sony Marathi.
Samir Choughule | |
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 Choughule in 2016 | |
| Born | Samir Diwakar Choughule 29 June 1973 |
| Occupations |
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| Years active | 1993–present |
| Known for | Role of Sumariya Chouguliya in Maharashtrachi hasya jatra |
| Spouse |
Kavita Choughule (m. 1997) |
Life and career edit
Choughule did his schooling in Shailendra Education Society and later completed his graduation from M L Dahanukar College of Commerce in 1993. He was interested in sports, but started acting after his acting adventures in school and college gave him success and encouragement.[2] After completing his education, Samir worked in Mumbai and later took a full-time acting career in 2002. Since then has acted in various dramas, TV serials and movies. He is a team lead on Maharashtrachi Hasya Jatra comedy show.[3]
Choughule is also a regular contributor to Saamana e-paper under the column "Fulora" where he writes about the various flavors of life.[4]
Personal life edit
Choughule grew up in Virar–Nallasopara area. He is married to Kavita and the couple lives in the same area.[5][6]
Filmography edit
Samir has appeared in lead role as well as special appearance in a few marathi Indian movies:
| Year | Film | Language | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Kaydyacha Bola | Marathi | Thambi | Special appearance |
| 2008 | Mumbai Meri Jaan | Hindi | ||
| 2013 | Aajcha Divas Majha | Marathi | Satam | |
| 2015 | Vakratunda Mahakaaya | Marathi | Secretary | |
| 2015 | A Paying Ghost | Marathi | Ganpule | |
| 2016 | Mumbai Time | Marathi | ||
| 2019 | Vikun Taak | Marathi | [7] | |
| 2022 | Chandramukhi | Marathi | Battasha | [8] |
| 2023 | Bamboo | Marathi | Shashikant Prabhulkar | |
| Jaggu Ani Juliet | Marathi | Mr. Nimkar | [9] | |
| 2024 | Hoy Maharaja | Marathi | [10] |
Theater work edit
Samir is an actor in Marathi Theater and below are a few plays where he has acted in:
- Asa Mi Asa Mi
- Varya Varchi varat
- Vyakti Ani Valli
- Yada kadachit
- Chalre Bhoplya Tunuk Tunuk
- Balak Palak
- Shri Bai Samartha
- Carry On Heavens (Hinglish drama by Bharat Dabholkar)
- Best of Bottoms Up (English Drama)
- Hyancha Kaay Karaaycha
TV appearances edit
Samir has also acted in a few TV serials:
- Tikal te Political (Political satire by Chandrakant Kulkarni)
- Aambat God[11][12] (Star Pravah)
- Honar Soon Mi Hya Gharchi (Zee Marathi)
- Comedychi Bullet Train (Colors Marathi)
- Kunku (Zee Marathi)
- Eka Lagnachi Dusri Goshta (Sameer)
- Aajke Shriman Shrimati (Hindi TV Serial)
- Maharashtrachi Hasyajatra (Sony Marathi)
- Saare Tujhyachsathi (Sony Marathi)
- Assa Maher Nako Ga Baai! (Dhongi Baba)
- Post Office Ughade Aahe (Nirgudkar)
Awards and recognition edit
References edit
- ^ "काही वर्ष अफेअर, २५ वर्षांचा संसार अन्…; पडत्या काळात समीर चौगुलेला मिळाली पत्नीची साथ". Loksatta (in Marathi). 17 August 2022. Retrieved 17 September 2022.
- ^ "Sameer Chaughule Comedi chi Bullete Train". Maharashtra Times. Retrieved 15 November 2016.
- ^ "Maharashtrachi Hasya Jatra". SonyLIV.
- ^ "Image view". Epaper.saamana.com. Archived from the original on 18 August 2016. Retrieved 28 June 2016.
- ^ "काही वर्ष अफेअर, २५ वर्षांचा संसार अन्…; पडत्या काळात समीर चौगुलेला मिळाली पत्नीची साथ". Loksatta (in Marathi). 17 August 2022. Retrieved 17 September 2022.
- ^ "स्वप्नपूर्तीचं घर". Maharashtra Times. 16 June 2016. Retrieved 15 November 2016.
- ^ Zore, Suyog (14 February 2020). "Vikun Taak review: Inconsistent and sloppy screenplay makes this a boring watch". Cinestaan. Archived from the original on 21 February 2020. Retrieved 17 September 2022.
- ^ Seta, Keyur (7 April 2022). "Chandramukhi teaser: Samir Choughule plays a passionate tamasha artiste". Cinestaan. Archived from the original on 20 September 2022. Retrieved 17 September 2022.
- ^ "Jaggu Ani Juliet Marathi Movie Trailer, Release Date, Cast". 10 January 2023. Retrieved 18 May 2023.
- ^ "Hoy Maharaja Movie (2024): Cast, Trailer, OTT, Songs, Release Date | होय महाराजा | Exclusive 2024 - Rang Marathi". Rang Marathi. 9 April 2024. Retrieved 9 April 2024.
- ^ "Ambat Goad 4 Days Remaining". YouTube. 6 December 2012. Retrieved 28 June 2016.
- ^ "Samir Choughule". TV Guide. Retrieved 28 June 2016.
- ^ "Sanskruti Kaladarpan – Official website". Sanskrutikaladarpan.com. Retrieved 28 June 2016.
- ^ "Zee Natya Gaurav 2015 Award Winners Reaction-TV9 – Video Dailymotion". Dailymotion. Retrieved 28 June 2016.
External links edit
- "Samir Choughule Dream Home - Saam Tv". YouTube. 1 March 2013. Retrieved 15 November 2016.