Ragi Jani
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| Ragi Jani | |
|---|---|
 Ragi Jani at the 21st annual Transmedia Gujarati Screen and Stage Awards in Mumbai 2024 | |
| Born | 6 May 1974 Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India |
| 🏳️ Nationality | Indian |
| 💼 Occupation | Actor |
| Notable work | Vitthal Teedi, Wrong Side Raju |
Ragi Jani is an Indian actor who primarily works in the Gujarati film industry and theatre..[1] [2]
Biography[edit]
Born on May 6, 1974, to the esteemed Gujarati dramatist Vinod Jani and Politician [3], Jani grew up surrounded by the vibrant cultural tapestry of Gujarat. His family's deep roots in the world of drama and storytelling laid the foundation for his future endeavours.
At the age of 18, Jani displayed remarkable courage by stepping into the spotlight with his own drama, "Prit Piyu Ne Paneter."[4] This early foray into acting showcased not only his talent but also his determination to carve a niche in the entertainment industry.[5] [6] Transitioning to television, Jani became a familiar face on DD Girnar, captivating audiences with his versatile performances in various TV serials. However, it was his role in the iconic "Ek Dalna Pankhi" that truly marked his breakthrough, earning him widespread recognition and admiration.[7]
In 2016, Ragi Jani took a significant leap into the world of cinema with the critically acclaimed Wrong Side Raju produced by Anurag Kashyap and directed by Mikhil Musale which won the prestigious 64th National Award for Best Feature Film in Gujarati [8]. Venturing into diverse roles, Ragi Jani enriched Gujarati cinema with his presence in films such as Teacher of the Year (2019 film), Tari Maate Once More, GujjuBhai: Most Wanted, Midnights with Menka, Var Padharavo Saavdhan [9], Bau Na Vichar, Gulaam Chor [10], Short Circuit (2019 film), Sonu Tane Mara Par Bharoso Nai Ke[11] , Popaat [12] and Many more. Each project added a new layer to his artistic repertoire, solidifying his status as a versatile actor[13]
The year 2021 marked a significant chapter in jani's career as he joined the Bollywood industry. His role as Ranveer Singh's uncle in Yash Raj Films's Jayeshbhai Jordaar showcased his ability to seamlessly transition between regional and national cinema [14] . Prior to this, his brief but impactful appearance in Made in China (2019 film) with Rajkumar Rao hinted at the versatility that he brings to every project.
Continuing his successful collaboration with Pratik Gandhi after Wrong Side Raju he starred in the Oho Gujarati's web series Vitthal Teedi directed by Abhishek Jain in 2021. His portrayal of Tribhuvandas Tripathi garnered widespread recognition, showcasing his ability to connect with audiences in the digital realm, for which he won best supporting actor- regional series award at the Indian television streaming awards 2022.[15]
Personal Life[edit]
He attended Shree Vidyanagar School and Sheth Chimanlal Nagindas Vidyalaya in Ahmedabad. Jani earned his B.Com degree from Shri Sahjanand Arts and Commerce College in Ahmedabad. In 1998, he married Chirag Jani, and together they have a son named Jaldhi Jani. [16]
Filmography[17][edit]
Films [18][edit]
| Year | Film | Role | Director | Language |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Wrong Side Raju | Patil | Mikhil Musale | Gujarati |
| 2017 | O Taaree | Shantilal | Tapan Vyas | Gujarati |
| Papa Tamne Nai Samjaay | Neighbour | Dharmessh Mehta | Gujarati | |
| 2018 | Midnights with Menka | Police Inspector | Viral Shah | Gujarati |
| GujjuBhai - Most Wanted | Police Inspector Joravarsinh | Ishan Randeria | Gujarati | |
| Tari Maate Once More | Donbhai | Saurin chaudhary | Gujarati | |
| 2019 | Bau Na Vichar | Dadu | Hrutul Patel | Gujarati |
| Cheelzadap | Peon | Dharmessh Mehta | Gujarati | |
| Short Circuit (2019 film) | Raju Don | Faisal Hashmi | Gujarati | |
| Teacher of the Year (2019 film) | Iqbal shaikh | Vikram-shaunak | Gujarati | |
| Mister Kalaakar | Mama | Firoz Irani | Gujarati | |
| Made in China (2019 film) | Kannudo | Mikhil Musale | Hindi | |
| 2020 | Affraa Taffri | Radheshyam | Viral Rao | Gujarati |
| Tikhi Mitthi Life | Vallabh Vyas | Vaibhav Kerlekar | Gujarati | |
| 2021 | Mrugtrushna | Ganpat Kaka | Darshan Trivedi | Gujarati |
| 2022 | Nayika Devi: The Warrior Queen | Sarvadev Pandit | Nitin G | Gujarati |
| Jayeshbhai Jordaar | Sanjaybhai | Divyang Thakkar | Hindi | |
| Adko Dadko | Govardhanbhai | Sunny Kumar | Gujarati | |
| Sonu Tane Mara Par Bharoso Nai Ke | Papa | Henil Gandhi | Gujarati | |
| Jiti Le Jindagi | Damodar | Vipul Sharma | Gujarati | |
| BaagadBilla | Producer in Video Call | Sachin Brahmbhatt | Gujarati | |
| 2023 | Hu- Atra Tatra Sarvatra | Professor | Irshad Dalal | Gujarati |
| Gulaam Chor | Lala | Viral Shah | Gujarati | |
| Var Padharavo Saavdhan | Chandrakant | Vipul Sharma | Gujarati | |
| Laya Baki | Bandhukiya | Hirav Trivedi | Gujarati | |
| Popaat | Bhavin Trivedi | Gujarati | ||
| Sarpanch | Babu Bhai | Apurv Bajapai | Gujarati | |
| Hurry Om Hurry | Om's Father | Nisarg Vaidya | Gujararti | |
| 2024 | Mukti Ghar | Warden | Bhavin Trivedi | Gujarati |
| Lagan Special | Malhar Thakar's Father | Rahul Bhole | Gujarati | |
| Kasoombo | Pujari | Vijaygiri Bava | Gujarati |
Web Series[edit]
| Year | Series | Role | Director | Language | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Vitthal Teedi | Tribhuvandas Tripathi | Abhishek Jain | Gujarati | OHO Gujarati [19] |
| Ok Boss | Guest Appearance | Kewal Mistry | Gujarati | OHO Gujarati | |
| 2022 | Moh Maya Machine | Gunman In a Car | Kewal Mistry | Gujarati | OHO Gujarati |
| Desai Diamonds | Kedar Zaveri | Rrahul Mevawala | Gujarati | Shemaroo Gujarati [20] |
Plays[edit]
| Year | Drama | Role | Director | Language |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992-Present | Prit Piyu Ne Paneter | Bababhai[21] | Vinod Jani-Ragi Jani | Gujarati |
| 2018 | Baap Kamaal Dikro Dhamaal | Various Character | Dharmessh Mehta | Gujarati |
References[edit]
- ↑ "Ragi Jani - Movies, Biography, News, Age & photos- BookMyShow". Bookmyshow. Retrieved February 29, 2024.
- ↑ "Ragi Jani - Movies, Photos, Videos, News, Biography & Birthday-etimes". Times of India. Retrieved February 29, 2024.
- ↑ "જનસંઘના ઉમેદવાર વિનોદ જાની અને કાર્યકર નરેન્દ્ર મોદી". GujaratiMid Day. October 8, 2019. Retrieved February 29, 2024.
- ↑ "Record Breaking drama changed generation not characters". DivyaBhaskar. January 18, 2012. Retrieved February 23, 2024.
- ↑ "કલાકાર બનવા માટેનું પ્રથમ પગથિયું રંગભૂમિ જ હોવું જોઈએ: કલાકાર રાગી જાની". abtakmedia (In Gujarati language). May 24, 2021. Retrieved February 23, 2024.
- ↑ "Reaching out to the masses". The Times of India. November 4, 2003. Retrieved February 26, 2024.
- ↑ "The Gujarati show Ame Ek Daal Na Pankhi, longest run Gujarati serial, with 1580 episodes telecast, won a special award at the trasnmedia screen and stage Awards held recently". Timesofindia. March 3, 2011. Retrieved February 21, 2024.
- ↑ "Wrong Side Raju' wins national award". The Times of India. April 8, 2017.
- ↑ "Watch: Gujarati star Ragi Jani unveils exciting BTS footage of his upcoming project". The Times of India. June 15, 2023. Retrieved February 26, 2024.
- ↑ "Ragi Jani begins shooting for Viral Shah's next film". The Times of India. July 1, 2021. Retrieved February 26, 2024.
- ↑ "Watch! Ragi Jani shares a fun video with co-star Jigar Shah". The Times of India. September 9, 2021. Retrieved February 29, 2024.
- ↑ "Actor Ragi Jani roped in for Bhavin Trivedi's true story film Poppat"". The Times of India. October 24, 2023. Retrieved February 26, 2024.
- ↑ "ગુજરાતી કલાજગતને પોતાની અભિનય પ્રતિભાથી પ્રકાશમાન કરી રહ્યા છે રાગી જાની". The Footage (In Gujarati). June 1, 2021. Retrieved February 29, 2024.
- ↑ "Ragi Jani roped in for Jayeshbhai Jordaar". iwmbuzz. February 8, 2020.
- ↑ "Jim Sarbh, Amruta Subhash, Taapsee Pannu, Vikrant Massey, and others, check out the list of winners of Indian Television streaming awards 2022". tellychakkar.com. January 1, 2022. Retrieved February 15, 2024.
- ↑ "Marriage Story of Ragi Jani". Divyabhaskar (In Gujarati language). May 18, 2013. Retrieved February 21, 2024.
- ↑ "Ragi Jani Credits". IMDB.
- ↑ "Ragi Jani". Google. Retrieved February 29, 2024.
- ↑ "Vitthal Teedi is The Trump Card of Oho Gujarati". Film Companion. May 11, 2021. Retrieved February 27, 2024.
- ↑ "Ragi Jani begins shooting for an untitled venture". The Times of India. December 30, 2021. Retrieved February 27, 2024.
- ↑ ""પ્રીત પિયુને પાનેતર " : છેલ્લા 53 વર્ષથી 1 કરોડ લોકોએ માણેલું એકમાત્ર કોમેડી અને વિક્રમસર્જક નાટક". Webdunia (In Gujarati Language). May 9, 2016. Retrieved February 29, 2024.
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