Mangesh Desai
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Mangesh Desai (born 28 June 1972) is an Indian actor, who works in the Marathi film industry. He made his acting in 2006 with Divasen Divas. Since then he has acted in movies like Kon Aahe Re Tikade (2010), Sasar Maze Daivat (2010), Ishq Wala Love (2014) and Lost and Found (2016). Mangesh is perhaps best known for portraying "Bhagwan Dada" in Ekk Albela (2016). Vidya Balan who starred opposite Mangesh made her acting debut in Marathi with the movie. In 2017 Ashok Shinde starred alongside Ashok Samarth, Ashok Shinde, Megha Ghadge and Nisha Parulekar in director Kailash Mali's Dandit. He was associated with the 2018 movie Hichyasathi Kay Pan directed by Milind Dastane and Viju Mane's Monkey Baat. His 2019 releases included Judgement and Laal Batti.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Mangesh Desai reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 16 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Mangesh Desai's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 19% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Mangesh Desai remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Ekk Albela, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Mangesh Desai Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Mangesh Desai's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Mangesh Desai.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Mukkam Post Devach Ghar | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Phullwanti | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Ankush | Sajan Bhai | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | India Is My Country | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Jalsa | SI Poddar | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Laal Batti | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Vitthala Shappath | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | 22 June | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Ekk Albela | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Ek Tara | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Tee Ratra | Prakash | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Huppa Huiyya | Babnya | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Master Eke Master | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Dum Dum Diga Diga | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Days And Days | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Sakshatkar | - | Flop | Similar → |
Mangesh Desai - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Mangesh Desai?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mangesh Desai is "Ekk Albela" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Mangesh Desai acted in?
Mangesh Desai has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Mangesh Desai?
Other notable films include "Huppa Huiyya", "Phullwanti", and "Jalsa".