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| style="width:35%; background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |'''Born'''<br />
| style="width:65%; background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |17 December 1978<br>Mumbai, Maharashtra, India<br />
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| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |'''Nationality'''<br />
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |Indian<br />
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| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |'''Education'''<br />
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |Bachelor of Architecture<br />
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| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |'''Alma mater'''<br />
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |Kamla Raheja College of Architecture, Mumbai<br />
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| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |'''Occupation'''<br />
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |Actor, Filmmaker, Producer, Television presenter<br />
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| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |'''Years active'''<br />
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |2003–present<br />
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| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |'''Known for'''<br />
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |Comedy roles in Hindi films; ''Ved'' (2022)<br />
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| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |'''Spouse'''<br />
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |Genelia D'Souza<br />
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| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |'''Parents'''<br />
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |Vilasrao Deshmukh (father)<br>Vaishali Deshmukh (mother)<br />
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'''Riteish Deshmukh''' (born 17 December 1978) is an [[Indian]] actor, filmmaker, producer, and television presenter who works primarily in Hindi and Marathi cinema. Widely known for his comic timing, he has also earned critical acclaim for his performances in negative and dramatic roles. He is a recipient of a National Film Award, Filmfare Award Marathi, and multiple IIFA Awards.<ref>https://www.mynation.com/biography/riteish-deshmukh-biography-iwh-s23r78</ref><br />
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== Early Life and Education ==<br />
Riteish Deshmukh was born in Mumbai, Maharashtra, into a Maratha family. He is the son of Vilasrao Deshmukh, former Chief Minister of [[Maharashtra]], and Vaishali Deshmukh. He completed his schooling in Mumbai and later pursued architecture, graduating from Kamla Raheja College of Architecture.<br />
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Before entering films, Riteish worked briefly with an international architectural firm. He later trained in acting at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute.<ref>https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/topic/Riteish-Deshmukh</ref><br />
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== Career ==<br />
=== Early Career (2003–2007) ===<br />
Riteish made his acting debut with ''Tujhe Meri Kasam'' (2003), earning a Filmfare nomination for Best Male Debut. His breakthrough came with the comedy ''Masti'' (2004). He gained popularity through films such as ''Kyaa Kool Hain Hum'', ''Malamaal Weekly'', ''Heyy Babyy'', and the blockbuster ''Dhamaal'' (2007).<ref>https://politalks.news/riteish-deshmukh-biography-in-hindi</ref><br />
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=== Commercial Success and Acclaim (2008–2014) ===<br />
After mixed results in the late 2000s, Riteish achieved renewed success with ''Housefull'' (2010). He delivered multiple comedy hits including ''Double Dhamaal'', ''Housefull 2'', ''Kyaa Super Kool Hain Hum'', and ''Grand Masti''.<br />
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In 2014, he surprised audiences with his negative role in ''Ek Villain'', earning several awards. The same year, his Marathi debut ''Lai Bhaari'' became a major box-office success.<br />
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=== Ups and Downs (2015–2021) ===<br />
This phase saw a mix of commercial outcomes. While films like ''Bangistan'' and ''Bank Chor'' underperformed, he scored major hits with ''Housefull 3'', ''Total Dhamaal'', and ''Housefull 4''. He also starred in the successful Marathi film ''Mauli'' (2018).<br />
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=== New Phase (2022–present) ===<br />
Riteish made his directorial debut with the Marathi film ''Ved'' (2022), which emerged as one of the highest-grossing Marathi films ever and earned him a Filmfare Award Marathi for Best Director. He made his OTT debut with ''Pill'' (2024) and received praise for roles in ''Kakuda'' and ''Visfot''. In 2025, he appeared in ''Raid 2'', ''Housefull 5'', and ''Mastiii 4''.<br />
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== Other Work ==<br />
=== Television ===<br />
Riteish has hosted several award shows and television programs, including ''India’s Dancing Superstar'', ''Yaaron Ki Baraat'', and ''Bigg Boss Marathi 5''. He is also a regular on the comedy court show ''Case Toh Banta Hai''.<br />
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=== Producer and Director ===<br />
He founded the Mumbai Film Company in 2013. His productions include ''Balak Palak'', ''Yellow'' (National Award winner), and ''Faster Fene''. His next directorial project is ''Raja Shivaji'', a Marathi–Hindi bilingual film.<br />
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== Achievements and Recognition ==<br />
[[Riteish Deshmukh]] has won numerous awards for comedy, acting, and filmmaking, including a National Film Award, Filmfare Awards Marathi, IIFA Awards, Zee Cine Awards, and Star Guild Awards. His versatility across comedy, drama, and direction has made him one of the most respected multi-hyphenate artists in Indian cinema.<br />
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== Personal Life ==<br />
Riteish is married to actress Genelia D'Souza. The couple has two sons and is known for maintaining a low-profile personal life.<br />
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