Tiku Talsania

Tiku Talsania, born on June 7, 1954 in Bombay (back when it was still called that, not Mumbai), is basically one of those faces you just know—he’s been around the block in Bollywood more than most folks can count. If you’ve watched any classic Hindi comedies or the big dramas from the 90s and early 2000s, you’ve probably seen him cracking wise or absolutely losing it in the background. The guy’s a total scene-stealer, even if he’s not always front and center. He’s popped up in a wild variety of movies—comedy, drama, crime capers, you name it. People remember him for his roles in heavy hitters like Devdas (2002), that epic love story with all the heartbreak and drama, and then there’s Andaz Apna Apna (1994), which, let’s be honest, is basically a cult classic for anyone who grew up on goofy Bollywood comedies. And of course, Special Chabbis (2013), which gave him a chance to flex his acting chops in something a bit more serious and slick. The thing about Tiku Talsania? He’s a total chameleon. One minute he’s the bumbling uncle, the next he’s playing a cop or some random bureaucrat getting tangled in all kinds of messes. He brings this unique energy to every role—a mix of comic timing, genuine warmth, and that slightly over-the-top flair that just works on screen. Decades in, he’s still showing up, making people laugh, and proving that sometimes, the supporting guy ends up stealing the show.