Historical Warrior King to a Dreadful Villain: The Many Versatile Shades of Sharad Kelkar
Sharad Kelkar and versatility are old friends! In today’s industry, very few actors can match the range of unconventionality to that of Sharad Kelkar. From playing a historical king in Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior, to stepping into the shoes of a transgender in Laxmii or playing a ruthless villain in Bhoomi - Sharad Kelkar has shown what 'acting range' really means.
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Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj - a role that put Sharad Kelkar’s acting range on full display and proved that he was just the right fit to pull off that intensity and grit as a warrior king. In a film filled with big performances, he packed a strong punch by exuding dignity, royal calmness, and strength, backed by a heavy dialogue delivery, which aligned perfectly with his ability to disappear into the iconic character.
Laxmii
Laxmii, a role that actors might give a long miss, but Sharad Kelkar took the creative opportunity and did what he does best - delivering a performance that was confident, bold and respectful. He took on the role of a transgender character and did justice to its mannerisms, the nature of its personality, and the demands of dialogue delivery and let the character’s conflicts and courage connect with the audiences.
Lai Bhaari
As a villain in the blockbuster film, Lai Bhaari, Sharad Kelkar was intense, powerful and downright unforgettable. He brought all the menace to levels where audiences hated the character but loved Kelkar’s depth to pull it off.
Darbaan
In this unforgettable tale of two generations, Sharad Kelkar plays a wealthy and good-hearted Anukul who forms a strong bond with his caretaker Raicharan, creating a connection that stays unaffected by their social status. A film way ahead of its time, showcased Kelkar in a heartwarming portrayal, diving deep into the layers of human emotions, friendship and loyalty.
Bhoomi
A character that sent chills down the spine! Sharad Kelkar stepped into the menacing but gut-chilling role of a gangster boss, Dhauli, and showcased his chameleonic cascades as an actor. He’d make you hate him for his wrongdoings as Dhauli, but will also make you believe that the character is tailor-made for him.
The Family Man (Season 1-2)
The die-hard fans of The Family Man know him as Arvind, the charming and even-composed man who created just the right amount of ripples in Srikant and Suchi’s storyline.
With distinctive performances, Sharad Kelkar is carving a voice of his own. Role by role, moment by moment - he’s doing it with quite a storm.
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