Amit Bhatt
Indian television actor (born 1973)
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Amit Bhatt (Hindi: अमित भट्ट; born 19 August 1972) is an Indian actor. He is a well-known figure in Gujarati theatre and television, appearing in a number of Hindi television serials including the popular Indian television show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, portraying Champaklal Jayantilal Gada.
- Actor
- Comedian
Amit Bhatt | |
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| Born | 19 August 1972 Saurashtra, Gujarat, India |
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| Known for | Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah |
| Spouse |
Kruti Bhatt (m. 1999) |
| Children | 2 |
Personal life
Bhatt holds a bachelor's degree in Commerce (B.Com.).
He is married to Kruti Bhatt, a nutritionist and dietician, and has twin sons. They live in Mumbai, Maharashtra. He is known to keep his family life relatively private.
Career
Bhatt has had a background in theater, having over 16 years of experience in Gujarati theater. He has appeared in various television serials, such as Khichdi, Yes Boss, Chupke Chupke, F.I.R., and CID. He also made a cameo appearance in the Indian film Loveyatri (2018), along with his twin sons.
Bhatt's portrayal of Champaklal Gada is his most recognized work, making him a household name.
Filmography
Film
| Year | Film | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Dhoondte Reh Jaaoge[2] | |
| 2018 | Loveyatri | Cameo |
Television
| Year | Serial | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | CID | Drunkard |
| 2003–2004 | Khichdi | Various characters |
| 2004 | Hum Sab Baraati | Kachra |
| 2006–2007 | F.I.R. | Various characters |
| 2008–present | Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah | Champaklal Jayantilal Gada / Jayantilal Girdharlal Gada[2] |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Indian Television Academy Awards | Best actor in a Comic Role | Won |
| 2019 | Indian Telly Awards | Best Ensemble (fiction) | Won |
| Best actor in a Comic Role | Won | ||
| 2022 | Indian Television Academy Awards | Best actor in a Comic Role (popular) | Won |