Vidyadhar Karmarkar oldest actor on television
At 90, actor Vidyadhar Karmarkar, who plays a grandfather in "Dosti..Yaariyaan..Manmarzian", is said to be the oldest actor on Indian television.
Published: Wednesday,Apr 22, 2015 12:23 PM GMT-06:00
At 90, actor Vidyadhar Karmarkar, who plays a grandfather in "Dosti..Yaariyaan..Manmarzian", is said to be the oldest actor on Indian television.
Vidyadhar shot in Rishikesh for two months with the cast and crew, and the production house had to take extra precautions regarding his health.
While shooting in Rishikesh, the 90-year-old fell ill, but refused to come back here. So, he had a doctor at his disposal throughout the Rishikesh shoot.
Talking about his motivation to work at this age, Vidyadhar said in a statement: "Is there anything better to do? I would prefer to be on screen than sit at home and watch people be on screen. Also, my role is not a typical, dependent, depressed old grandfather. I am a dreamer who likes to dream and support others to pursue their dreams, so it's a fun role."
"Dosti..Yaariyaan..Manmarzian" is aired on Star Plus.
Vidyadhar shot in Rishikesh for two months with the cast and crew, and the production house had to take extra precautions regarding his health.
While shooting in Rishikesh, the 90-year-old fell ill, but refused to come back here. So, he had a doctor at his disposal throughout the Rishikesh shoot.
Talking about his motivation to work at this age, Vidyadhar said in a statement: "Is there anything better to do? I would prefer to be on screen than sit at home and watch people be on screen. Also, my role is not a typical, dependent, depressed old grandfather. I am a dreamer who likes to dream and support others to pursue their dreams, so it's a fun role."
"Dosti..Yaariyaan..Manmarzian" is aired on Star Plus.
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Kudos to you sir for ur positivity. wish my father could have lived till long like you are living.
8 years ago
wow. his char is so positive like himself. ive never seen such a cool dadu on tv. fell in instant love with him
8 years ago
Love his spirit to work. Love him on screen too for not being typical grand-father.
8 years ago
Luv u dadu! U r the coolest dadu onscreen!
8 years ago
Sunidhi is one of the, if not 'THE' sexiest Indian singer... SUNIDHI'S VOICE IS ALLURING AND SENSUAL AND SHE LOOKS REAL SEXY LIKE.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
11 years ago