Amit Bhatt (Hindi: अमित भट्ट; born 19 August 1972) is an Indian actor. He is a well-known figure in Gujarati theatre and television, appearing in a number of Hindi television serials including the popular Indian television show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, portraying Champaklal Jayantilal Gada.

Personal life

Bhatt holds a bachelor's degree in Commerce (B.Com.).

He is married to Kruti Bhatt, a nutritionist and dietician, and has twin sons. They live in Mumbai, Maharashtra. He is known to keep his family life relatively private.

Career

Amit Bhatt with the cast of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah

Bhatt has had a background in theater, having over 16 years of experience in Gujarati theater. He has appeared in various television serials, such as Khichdi, Yes Boss, Chupke Chupke, F.I.R., and CID. He also made a cameo appearance in the Indian film Loveyatri (2018), along with his twin sons.

Bhatt's portrayal of Champaklal Gada is his most recognized work, making him a household name.

Filmography

Film

YearFilmRole
2009Dhoondte Reh Jaaoge
2018LoveyatriCameo

Television

YearSerialRole
1998CIDDrunkard
2003–2004KhichdiVarious characters
2004Hum Sab BaraatiKachra
2006–2007F.I.R.Various characters
2008–presentTaarak Mehta Ka Ooltah ChashmahChampaklal Jayantilal Gada / Jayantilal Girdharlal Gada

Awards and nominations

YearAwardCategoryResults
2018Indian Television Academy AwardsBest actor in a Comic RoleWon
2019Indian Telly AwardsBest Ensemble (fiction)Won
Best actor in a Comic RoleWon
2022Indian Television Academy AwardsBest actor in a Comic Role (popular)Won

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