Riteish Deshmukh
Actor · Producer
Known for
Riteish Deshmukh, born in Mumbai in 1978 to a Maharashtrian political family, is one of Hindi cinema's most reliable comedic leading men and a serious Marathi-language producer. He shot to popularity in the ensemble comedy Masti (2004) and became a fixture of the Housefull franchise starting with Housefull (2010). He proved his dramatic chops as the villain of the thriller Ek Villain (2014) and shepherded Marathi hits through his production company. His blend of easy charm and comic timing has kept him at the front of Indian pop cinema for two decades.
Riteish Deshmukh
Actor · Producer
Riteish Deshmukh, born in Mumbai in 1978 to a Maharashtrian political family, is one of Hindi cinema's most reliable comedic leading men and a serious Marathi-language producer. He shot to popularity in the ensemble comedy Masti (2004) and became a fixture of the Housefull franchise starting with Housefull (2010). He proved his dramatic chops as the villain of the thriller Ek Villain (2014) and shepherded Marathi hits through his production company. His blend of easy charm and comic timing has kept him at the front of Indian pop cinema for two decades.
Movies 60 titles
Plays Lallan
Dhamaal 4
2026
Plays Dada Bhai aka Manohar Dhankar
Raid 2
2025
Plays Jalabuddin / Jolly No. 1
Housefull 5
2025
Plays Vikram Choudhary
Baaghi 3
2020
Director
Plays Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
Raja Shivaji
2026
Plays Rakesh Mahadkar
Ek Villain
2014
Plays Aladin Chatterjee
Aladin
2009
Plays Amar Saxena
Great Grand Masti
2016
Plays Bobby Bedi
Namastey London
2007
Plays Purab Shastri
Rann
2010
Plays Deshbandhu "Lallan" Roy
Total Dhamaal
2019
Plays Vishnu
Marjaavaan
2019
Plays Baburao 'Bob'
Housefull
2010
Plays Bangdu Maharaj / Roy
Housefull 4
2019
Plays Rakesh Mahadkar
Ek Villain Returns
2022
Plays Kanhaiya
Malamaal Weekly
2006
Plays Taraat
Banjo
2016
Plays Deshbandhu Roy
Double Dhamaal
2011
Plays Aditay Srivastav
Bluffmaster!
2005
Plays Tanmay Joglekar
Heyy Babyy
2007
Plays Victor
Kakuda
2024
Plays Jolly 4 / Jwala
Housefull 2
2012
Plays Kaustubh Chougule
Plan A Plan B
2022
Plays Altaaf
Darna Zaroori Hai
2006
Plays Lucky
Cash
2007
Director
Plays Satya Dinkar Jadhav
Ved
2022
Plays Kumar
Humshakals
2014
Plays Mauli and Abhay Singh Nimbalkar 'Prince'
Lai Bhaari
2014
Plays Viren
Tere Naal Love Ho Gaya
2012
Plays Teddy
Housefull 3
2016
Plays Deshbandhu Roy
Dhamaal
2007
Plays Amar Saxena
Masti
2004
Plays Mauli
Mauli
2018
Plays Amar
Mastiii 4
2025
Plays special appearance in song "Dhagala Lagali"
Dream Girl
2019
Plays Hafeez Bin Ali / Ishwarchand Sharma
Bangistan
2015
Plays Champak
Bank Chor
2017
Plays Amar Saxena
Grand Masti
2013
Plays Karan
Kyaa Kool Hai Hum
2005
Plays Jaswinder
Out of Control
2003
Plays Rajesh R. Parekh
Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai
2010
Plays Anuj Shrivastav
Bardaasht
2004
Plays Amol
Mister Mummy
2022
Plays Akash Selar
Visfot
2024
Plays Baaji Rao
F.A.L.T.U.
2011
Plays Paglu
De Taali
2008
Plays Somil Sharma
Fight Club: Members Only
2006
Plays Bonny (adult)
Aao Wish Karein
2009
Plays Deep
Mastizaade
2016
Plays Diwakar
Naach
2004
TV Shows 2 titles
Latest Trailers
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Dhamaal 4
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Riteish Deshmukh and where are they from?
Riteish Deshmukh is 47 years old, born on December 17, 1978 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
What are the most famous roles of Riteish Deshmukh?
Riteish Deshmukh is best known for roles in Om Shanti Om, Ek Villain, Housefull.
How many movies has Riteish Deshmukh been in?
Over a 23-year career (since 2003), Riteish Deshmukh has appeared in 60 movies and 1 TV shows.
What was Riteish Deshmukh's first movie?
The career of Riteish Deshmukh began with Tujhe Meri Kasam (2003).
What is Riteish Deshmukh's most recent movie or series?
Riteish Deshmukh's most recent release is Dhamaal 4, which premiered on July 10, 2026.
What TV shows has Riteish Deshmukh appeared in?
On television, Riteish Deshmukh has appeared in The Kapil Sharma Show, Koffee with Karan, Comedy Nights with Kapil, Indian Idol.
Riteish Deshmukh
1978-12-17 · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Riteish Deshmukh is an Indian actor who appears in Bollywood films. He is the son of Vilasrao Deshmukh, the Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises, Government of India, and the former Chief Minister of Maharashtra. Deshmukh debuted with K. Vijaya Bhaskar's Tujhe Meri Kasam (2003), but it was not until 2004 that he achieved success, when he appeared in the commercially successful comedy Masti and the critically acclaimed Bardaasht. His work in Masti was nominated for several awards, including the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor category. He later starred in films such as Heyy Babyy, Dhamaal, Rann, and House Full.