Background
His on-screen portrayal of a simple underdog, son of the soil guy next door remains his most characteristic and endearing feature in most of his films as well as his real life.
His on-screen portrayal of a simple underdog, son of the soil guy next door remains his most characteristic and endearing feature in most of his films as well as his real life.
He has worked in Marathi and Hindi stage plays and movies. He has played lead roles in many a Marathi movie and supporting roles in Hindi films. His portrayal of Sanjay Dutt"s sidekick "Dedh Phutiya" (lit One and a half-footer, referring to the short stature of his character) in the popular Hindi film Vaastav: The Reality was appreciated by critics and audiences alike.
Together with Siddharth Jadhav, he has teamed up in many a hit Marathi movie forming one of the most successful and hilarious pairs in contemporary Marathi cinema.
He is known for his cynical and loud comments in films. Acting Marathi Plays
Following are some of the Marathi plays in which Sanjay Narvekar has played a role
Rangya Rangeela re
Adhanthar
Ashi Paakhare Yeti
All the Best
Lochya Zala Re
KheliMeli
Bajirao Mast Mi
Amhi Alo Re
Aayala ho re
Hamidabaichi kothi
Zol bachchan
Aamachya sarakhe aamhich
Tedha hai par mera hain
Marathi Movies
Nau Mahine Nau Diwas
TargetThe Lakshaya
Chasme Bahaddur
Sarivar Sari
Aga Bai Arrecha! Khabardar
Checkmate
Tula Shikwin Changlach Dhada-2007
Lagnacha DhoomDhadaka-2007
Jabardast
Aai no.1
Ladi Godi-2010
Aata Pita
Fakt Ladh Mhana-2011
Aata ga baya- 2011
Gola Berij
Hindi Movies
Jaane Hoga Kya (Released in 2006) Police Officer Jadhav
Chand Ke Paar Chalo: Johny
Chalta Hai Yaar (unreleased)
Ram Gopal Varma Ki Aag
Kismat: Goli
Hungama: Anil
Pran Jaye Par Shaan Na Jaye: Babban
Hathyar
Pyaasa
Yeh Teraa Ghar Yeh Meraa Ghar: Namdev
Ehsaas: The Feeling (2001)
Bas Itna Sa Khwaab Hai
Jodi Number.1: Virdee
Fiza
Vaastav: Dedh Phutiya
Baaghi: Chakku
Deewaar
Indian
Ek Aur Ek Gyaarah
Filmfare 2000: Nominated, Best Supporting Actor for Vaastav: The Reality.