Raghavendra Amarnath Sharda (born 14 February 1976), better known as Kiku Sharda, is an Indian comedian and actor who mainly works in Hindi television and Hindi films. He is best known for his role as Constable Mulayam Singh Gulgule in Sony SAB's comedy series F.I.R.. He is also known for working in Comedy Nights with Kapil which aired on Colors TV and The Kapil Sharma Show on Sony Entertainment Television, where he played various characters.
Kiku Sharda | |
|---|---|
 Sharda in 2024 | |
| Born | Raghavendra Sharda 14 February 1976 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupations | |
| Years active | 2000–present |
| Spouse |
Priyanka Sharda (m. 2002) |
| Children | 2 |
He played the character of Hobo in Hatim, He is best known for his role as Constable Mulayam Singh Gulgule in F.I.R., and Akbar in the comedy show Akbar Birbal. He has worked in Comedy Nights with Kapil and The Kapil Sharma Show, playing various characters notably of Palak in the former.[1] He participated in Nach Baliye 6 in 2013 and Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 7 in 2014.
In January 2016, Sharda ran into controversy and was arrested for mimicking Dera Sacha Sauda head Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh on a television channel in which Kiku dressed as a baba was shown serving liquor and doing lewd dance with girls which insulted the sect chief.[2][3]
Early and personal life
editRaghavendra Amarnath Sharda was born on 14 February 1976 in a business family in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. One of four brothers born to businessman Amarnath Sharda.[4]
He has been married to Priyanka Sharda since 2002, with whom he has two sons.[5]
Filmography
editFilms
edit| † | Denotes films that have not yet been released |
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Mitti | Qasma | [6] |
| 2003 | Darna Mana Hai | Amar | |
| 2006 | Phir Hera Pheri | Kanji | |
| 2007 | Darling | Doctor | |
| Dhamaal | Constable | ||
| No Smoking | Doctor | [7] | |
| Go | |||
| 2008 | Race | Annirudh | |
| Roadside Romeo | Hero English (voice) | [8] | |
| Dasvidaniya | |||
| Love Khichdi | Balwinder | ||
| 2010 | No Problem | ||
| 2014 | Happy New Year | Dance teacher | [9] |
| 2016 | Mahayoddha Rama | One of Ravan's heads (voice) | |
| 2017 | 2016 The End | Assi | |
| 2020 | Jawaani Jaaneman | Dr. Kriplani | |
| Angrezi Medium | Gajju | [10] | |
| 2022 | Thank God | ||
| 2023 | Khichdi 2: Mission Paanthukistan | Robot | Cameo[11] |
| 2025 | Welcome To The Jungle † | TBA |
Television
edit| Year | Serial | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003–2004 | Hatim | Hobo | [12] |
| 2004–2005 | Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa | Jay | |
| 2004 | Aaj Ke Shrimaan Shrimati | Jyoti Prasad | [13] |
| 2005–2007 | The Great Indian Comedy Show | Various characters | |
| 2006–2007 | Vicky & Vetaal | Fraudster | |
| 2006–2014 | F.I.R | Constable Mulayam Singh Gulgule |
|
| 2007 | Agadam Bagdam Tigdam | Deepak Malhotra | |
| 2007 | Kasturi | Kiku | |
| 2008 | Bhaago KK Aaya | KK | |
| 2008 | Kya Aap Paanchvi Fail Champu Hain? | Faroj Khan | |
| 2009 | Bhootwala Serial | Amarnath Bhandari | [14] |
| 2009–2010 | Shree Adi Manav | Manav | |
| 2011 | Kahani Comedy Circus Ki | Guest contestant | |
| 2011 | Ring Wrong Ring | Genie | [15] |
| 2012–2013 | Comedy Circus Ke Ajoobe | Contestant | |
| 2013 | Nach Baliye 6 | Contestant | with wife Priyanka Sharda (5th place)[16] |
| 2013–2016 | Comedy Nights with Kapil | Various characters | |
| 2014–2016 | Har Mushkil Ka Hal Akbar Birbal | Akbar | |
| 2014 | Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 7 | Himself/Palak(Contestant) | 8th place[17] |
| 2016– present | The Kapil Sharma Show | Various characters | |
| 2017–2018 | Partners Trouble Ho Gayi Double[18] | Manav A Desai | |
| 2018 | Family Time With Kapil Sharma | Bumper | |
| 2018 | Baby Come Naa[19] | Yoyo Bappi Singh | Web series |
| 2019 | Booo Sabki Phategi | Puchki | Web series |
| 2019 | Dr Pran Lele[20] | Dr.Pran | |
| 2024–present | The Great Indian Kapil Show | Various characters |
Awards
edit| Year | Award | Category | Serial | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Indian Telly Awards | Best Actor in a Supporting Role (Comedy) | Akbar Birbal | Won |
| 2019 | Indian Television Academy Awards | Best Actor in a Comic Role | The Kapil Sharma Show | Won |
References
edit- ^ "With Gutthi gone, Palak came into her own: Kiku Sharda - DNAIndia". 25 January 2014. Archived from the original on 25 March 2014. Retrieved 25 March 2014.
- ^ "Kiku Sharda thanks industry for supporting him during arrest". The Economic Times. 23 January 2016. Archived from the original on 31 October 2016. Retrieved 18 March 2020.
- ^ "Comedian Kiku Sharda arrested for mimicking Gurmeet Singh, apologises". 13 January 2016. Archived from the original on 13 January 2016. Retrieved 13 January 2016.
- ^ "Lesser known facts about Kiku 'Palak' Sharda". The Times of India. 13 February 2016. Archived from the original on 11 October 2020. Retrieved 18 March 2020.
- ^ "Meet Priyanka Sharda, pretty wife of 'The Kapil Sharma Show' star Kiku Sharda". www.dnaindia.com. Archived from the original on 6 September 2023. Retrieved 6 September 2023.
- ^ Cyril, Grace (3 August 2022). "'Ap celebrity nahi ho'. When Kiku Sharda was rejected from Nach Baliye, Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa". India Today. Archived from the original on 19 August 2022. Retrieved 19 August 2022.
- ^ Hegde, Prithviraj (26 October 2007). "What was the director smoking?". Rediff.com. Archived from the original on 10 April 2023. Retrieved 28 March 2024.
Kiku Sharda (the doctor), who also made a trip to the good Baba's abode.
- ^ Malani, Gaurav (24 October 2008). "Movie Review : Roadside Romeo". The Economic Times. Retrieved 28 April 2024.
- ^ "Introducing Shah Rukh Khan's dance teacher in 'Happy New Year'". 28 May 2014. Archived from the original on 19 August 2022. Retrieved 19 August 2022.
- ^ "Kiku Sharda: 'Wish Angrezi Medium released a bit earlier or later'". Hindustan Times. 16 April 2020. Archived from the original on 19 August 2022. Retrieved 19 August 2022.
- ^ Gahlot, Deepa. "Khichdi 2: Mission Paakthukistan Review: Total Majaa!". Rediff. Archived from the original on 19 November 2023. Retrieved 20 November 2023.
- ^ "कॉमेडियन Kiku Sharda को कैसे मिला था पहला शो हातिम? बोले- शुरू में थोड़ा झिझक रहा था" [How did comedian Kiku Sharda get her first show Hatim? Said- I was a little hesitant in the beginning]. ABP News (in Hindi). 3 December 2023. Archived from the original on 9 December 2023. Retrieved 30 March 2024.
- ^ "Kiku Sharda Recalls The Time When He And Dilip Joshi Were Replaced In A Show". News18. 3 August 2022. Archived from the original on 9 August 2022. Retrieved 9 August 2022.
- ^ "Kiku Sharda at the launch of Sab TV's new serial 'Bhootwala Serial' at BJN, Mumbai - Photogallery". photogallery.indiatimes.com. Archived from the original on 24 February 2023. Retrieved 24 February 2023.
- ^ "Gulgule to play a genie". The Times of India. 2 May 2011. Archived from the original on 23 February 2023. Retrieved 23 February 2023.
- ^ "The Tribune, Chandigarh, India - The Tribune Lifestyle". Archived from the original on 24 February 2023. Retrieved 24 February 2023.
- ^ Jha, Subhash K. (15 May 2014). "Palak Dikhhla Jaa!". Rediff. Archived from the original on 3 June 2016. Retrieved 28 April 2024.
- ^ "Kiku Sharda moves on to SAB TV as Kapil Sharma Show takes a break : The Tribune India". Archived from the original on 24 February 2023. Retrieved 24 February 2023.
- ^ "Make way for Baby Come Naa : The Tribune India". Archived from the original on 24 February 2023. Retrieved 24 February 2023.
- ^ "Kiku Sharda, Gaurav Gera team up for Dr Pran Lele". India Today. 11 June 2019. Archived from the original on 15 October 2021. Retrieved 20 October 2023.
External links
edit- Kiku Sharda at IMDb