Shyam Pathak (born 12 June 1972) is an Indian actor and comedian. He is best known for portraying Patrakaar Popatlal in the long-running Hindi television sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. He also acted in 2007 erotic espionage period film Lust, Caution.
Shyam Pathak | |
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![]() Pathak at SAB Ke Anokhe Awards in 2014 | |
| Born | (1972-06-12) 12 June 1972 (age 50)[1] |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | National School of Drama |
| Occupation | Actor, comedian |
| Years active | 2008–present |
| Known for | Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah |
| Spouse | Rashmi Pathak (m. 2003) |
| Children | 3 |
Pathak married Rashmi who was his classmate at the National School of Drama. They have a daughter and two sons.[2]
Pathak started his studies at the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, but dropped out to join the National School of Drama.[2]
Since 2009, he has been portraying Patrakaar Popatlal Pandey in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah[3]
| Year | Film | Language | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Lust, Caution | Mandarin | Jewelry Shopkeeper | |
| Year | Serial | Language | Role | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008–2009 | Jasuben Jayantilaal Joshi Ki Joint Family | Hindi | Rajendra Jayantilal Joshi | [4] |
| 2009–2010 | Sukh By Chance | Hindi | Dheeraj Mehta | [5][6] |
| 2009–present | Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah | Hindi | Patrakar Popatlal Pandey | |