Personal details
- Birth Date: 1954-12-01
- Height: 5′ 4″ (1.63 m)
- Birth Location: New Delhi, India
- Parents: Madan Gopal Bedi
- Professions: Actor, Producer, Director
Rakesh Bedi, born way back in December 1954, is pretty much a legend in the Indian film and TV scene—especially if you grew up watching Hindi comedy. He’s from New Delhi, but honestly, his face is everywhere if you’ve ever watched a Bollywood movie from the late '80s or '90s, or even now. The guy’s got this knack for making you laugh even in the most dead-serious moments. It’s like, you spot him and you just know something hilarious is about to happen. People probably remember him best for those sidekick roles—he just nails the timing, the expressions, all of it. But don’t box him in as just a “comedy guy.” He’s done tons of stuff—Uri: The Surgical Strike, for example, which is nowhere near slapstick. The man can pull off drama, action, whatever you throw at him. And then there’s Tom, Dick, and Harry, where he’s just doing his thing, making chaos look easy. That’s kind of his superpower. Not just an actor, by the way. He’s produced too—Mera Number Kab Aayega is one of those projects where he jumped behind the scenes. That’s the thing about Bedi, he’s always trying new stuff, never just sticking to one lane. Even after decades in the industry, he keeps popping up in new shows and movies, giving you that “Oh hey, it’s him!” moment. He’s basically woven into the fabric of Hindi entertainment at this point, and honestly, it wouldn’t be the same without him.
Yeah, so Rakesh Bedi—if that name rings a bell, it should. He’s that evergreen character actor who’s been cracking people up in Bollywood for decades. But here's a fun little nugget: he’s also the father of actress Ridhima Rakesh Bedi. Wild, right? You see him in all those classic comedies, and suddenly, you realize there’s a whole next generation stepping up. Ridhima’s been popping up more and more lately, clearly taking after her dad’s knack for being in the spotlight. Honestly, it’s always cool to see talent run in the family. Bollywood’s got a habit of this—dynasties and all that jazz. Rakesh Bedi isn’t just some random side character; he’s part of Bollywood’s DNA at this point. And now his daughter’s out there making her own mark. Guess the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. Keeps things interesting, doesn’t it?
December 1, 1954
5′ 4″ (1.63 m)
Konidela Ram Charan
New Delhi, India
Yes, Ridhima Bedi
Madan Gopal Bedi and Surekha
70 years old