Riteish Deshmukh
Film actor and producer, Housefull series
Born
December 17th, 1978
46 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
India
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An Indian film actor and producer, this individual gained recognition primarily for work in Bollywood. His career began in 2003 with appearances in various films, but he achieved widespread popularity with the Housefull series and the successful comedy film, Heyy Babyy. Additionally, produced several regional films in Marathi cinema. The individual is also a qualified architect, having earned a degree in the field.
Starred in the Housefull series
Produced the Marathi film Balak Palak
Featured in Heyy Babyy
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