Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, Writer, Theatre Director, Theatre Producer, Theatre Artist |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 17/12/1955 |
| Age | 70 years |
| Birthplace | Mumbai |
Latest News about Siddharth Randeria
07/08/2026
Zee Studios announced its Gujarati cinema debut with Tom and Cherry, a film starring Siddharth Randeria. The film was positioned as a major release for Gujarati cinema and was scheduled for a worldwide theatrical rollout.
20/10/2025
Shefali Randeria, wife of Siddharth Randeria, died in Bombay after a brief illness. The loss was later reported publicly in October 2025, making it a significant recent family event for the actor.
21/02/2025
Siddharth Randeria's play Bluffmaster Gujjubhai made its digital debut on ShemarooMe. The release brought one of his best-known Gujarati stage productions to a streaming audience beyond live theatre.
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Bio/Wiki
| Career | Debut Film (Gujarati): Gujjubhai The Great (2015) as Hasmukh Gandhi Theatre Career: Commenced theatre journey in 1970. Known for iconic Gujjubhai series starting with Gujjubhai E Gaam Gajaavyu (2002). Record of over 12,000 live performances. Associated with over 70 theatre productions. Career spanning over 45 years. Only actor to complete over 12,000 live performances on Gujarati stage. Record 25 consecutive hits, each averaging over 400 live performances. Most successful Gujarati thespian. Other Films: Gujjubhai Most Wanted (2018), Natsamrat (2018, Gujarati adaptation), Chal Jeevi Laiye (2019, highest grossing Gujarati film of all time), Wrong Side Raju (2016), Kahvatalal Family (2022), Hu Ane Tu (2023), Hari Om Hari (2023), Bluffmaster Gujjubhai (2025). |
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| Awards, Honours, Achievements | The Spirit of Ahmedabad Award from Gujarat CM Anandiben Patel at the Sabarmati Festival | Dadasaheb Phalke Award (2018) for lead role in Natsamrat | GIFA Award for Best Actor for the Gujarati film Natsamrat (2018) | Awarded at Gujarat Ratna Award Ceremony, AMA, Ahmedabad (2019) | The Glory of Gujarat Award (2019) |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 172 cm |
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| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Bald |
Personal Life
| Ethnicity | Gujarati |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Father | Madhukar Randeria (professor, actor, writer) |
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| Mother | Name |
| Wife | Shefali Randeria (artist and creative head at Siddharth Randeria Production LLP) |
| Children | - Ishaan Randeria (director, screenplay writer, scriptwriter) - Anvit Randeria (concept artist, colourist, illustrator) |
Favourites
| Singer | Praful Dave |
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| Actor | Rajesh Khanna |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/randeria_siddharth/ | |
| https://twitter.com/IamSiddharthR |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Siddharth Randeria is an Indian actor and theatre artist, renowned for his work in the Gujarat film and theatre industries, especially for his Gujjubhai series of plays. | |
| 2. He was raised in a middle-class family in Mumbai by his father, Madhukar Randeria, a distinguished Gujarati professor who contributed significantly to modern Gujarati Theatre with over 10 authored books. | |
| 3. Siddharth's passion for acting blossomed early and was nurtured by his father's involvement in Gujarati theatre, leading him to debut at 14 in the play "Chakko-Makko." | |
| 4. Throughout his college years, he participated in inter-college drama competitions, winning recognition and prizes for his performances. | |
| 5. Transitioning to the Indian National Theatre, Siddharth appeared in "Vairi" alongside notable actors like Paresh Rawal and Mahendra Joshi. | |
| 6. While also working as an interior designer, Siddharth eventually embraced a full-time career in theatre, actively contributing to Gujarati plays since 1970. | |
| 7. His notable works include plays like "Gurubrahma," "Rang Che Rajja," and the immensely popular Gujjubhai series, which began with "Gujjubhai E Gaam Gajaavyu" in 2002. | |
| 8. Siddharth ventured into Gujarati cinema in 2015 with "Gujjubhai The Great" and continued to charm audiences in films like "Chaal Jeevi Laiye!" and "Natsamrat." | |
| 9. Apart from films, he has made appearances in Bollywood movies like "Khal Nayak" and has featured in TV serials such as "Waqt Ki Raftar." | |
| 10. In his leisure time, Siddharth enjoys traveling, music, exploring diverse cuisines, and is known as "Gujjubhai" for his iconic character in the Gujjubhai play series. | |
| 11. Through Siddharth Randeria Production LLP, he has produced numerous highly acclaimed Gujarati plays, with a record of over 12,000 live performances. | |
| 12. While also working as an interior designer for 15 years, Siddharth eventually embraced a full-time career in theatre, actively contributing to Gujarati plays since 1970. | |
| 13. His notable works include plays like "Gurubrahma," "Rang Che Rajja," "Bas Kar Bakula," and the immensely popular Gujjubhai series, which began with "Gujjubhai E Gaam Gajaavyu" in 2002. | |
| 14. He is the writer of the film Gujjubhai The Great. | |
| 15. Notable plays include Carry On Lalu, Khandan, Ek Soneri Sawar, Vaat Bahaar Jay Nahi, Gujjubhai In Golmaal, Lo Gujjubhai Ghode To Raaj, Lage Raho Gujjubhai (750 shows), Gujjubhai Banya Dabangg (over 400 shows in 15 months), Aa Sansar Che Rang Rangilo, Ajab Karamat, Amari Duniya Tamari Duniya, Amme Lai Gaya Tamme Rahi Gaya. |