From advertising copywriter to the face of the Golmaal franchise
In short: Before his success in Hindi cinema, Vrajesh Hirjee worked as a copywriter for major advertising agencies. He has since become a versatile entertainer, known for his comedic roles in the Golmaal films, his work as a dubbing artist for Hollywood movies, and his recent commentary for professional kabaddi leagues.
Born on 16 June 1971 in the Kalbadevi district of Mumbai, Vrajesh Hirjee has built a multifaceted career that spans stage, screen, and voice work. He first entered the spotlight as a stage artist in 1998, marking the beginning of a journey that would lead him through various roles in the Indian entertainment industry. His versatility is evident in his filmography, which includes notable Hindi language titles such as Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein, Heyy Babyy, and Krrish 3.
Hirjee is perhaps most recognizable for his comedic contributions to the Golmaal film franchise. He gained significant fame playing the character Pandurang in Golmaal: Fun Unlimited and later returned to the series as Pandu (Nagbaba) in the fourth installment, Golmaal Again. Beyond live-action roles, he has established himself as a skilled dubbing artist, providing Indian voices for major Hollywood productions like Pirates of the Caribbean and Johnny English Reborn.
His professional background is rooted in communication and media; he is an AIESEC alumnus and previously worked as a copywriter for prominent advertising agencies, including Everest. In recent years, his work has expanded into television commentary for the Vivo Pro Kabaddi League Season 9 and stand-up comedy on the Sony SAB show Goodnight India. He is part of a family of performers, with his sister, Pushtiie Shakti, also working as a television actress.
On a personal note, Hirjee married actress Rohini Banerjee in 2015. The couple welcomed a son in 2019, continuing a family legacy that bridges the worlds of advertising, stage, and cinema.
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