★ HOW OLD IS RITEISH DESHMUKH?
Riteish Deshmukh is 47 years old, born December 17, 1978 in IN · Sagittarius.
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About
Riteish Deshmukh built a two-decade comedy empire across Hindi and Marathi cinema, anchoring the Housefull and Dhamaal franchises. Born in India on 17 December 1978, the son of former Maharashtra Chief Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh, he debuted in Tujhe Meri Kasam (2003) and has since collected a National Film Award, a Filmfare Award Marathi, and five IIFA Awards. He proved range in Ek Villain (2014) as a serial killer and made his directorial debut with the hit Marathi film Ved (2022). A Sagittarius with life-path 9, he blends blockbuster instinct with boundary-pushing work.
★ FEATURE
Biography
Riteish Vilasrao Deshmukh is an Indian actor, filmmaker, and television presenter born on 17 December 1978, who has dominated Hindi and Marathi cinema for over two decades. Known for comic roles in franchises—Housefull (2010), Housefull 2 (2012), Housefull 3 (2016), Housefull 4 (2019), Housefull 5 (2025)—and Dhamaal (2007), Double Dhamaal (2011), and Total Dhamaal (2019)—he built his reputation on timing and ensemble chemistry. He debuted in Tujhe Meri Kasam (2003) and rapidly anchored hits including Masti (2004), Kyaa Kool Hai Hum (2005), Bluffmaster! (2005), Malamaal Weekly (2006), Heyy Babyy (2007), and Kyaa Super Kool Hain Hum (2012). Beyond comedy, he earned critical praise for playing a serial killer in Ek Villain (2014) and a corrupt politician in Raid 2 (2025), both commercial and critical successes. His family background—son of politician Vilasrao Deshmukh, former Chief Minister of Maharashtra—shaped his early life. In Marathi cinema, Deshmukh transitioned to production with Balak-Palak (2013), then acted in the action film Lai Bhaari (2014). He made his directorial debut with Ved (2022), which became one of the highest-grossing Marathi films. His awards include a National Film Award, a Filmfare Award Marathi, and five IIFA Awards. As a Sagittarius born in India, he represents a generation of male actors who leveraged franchise loyalty while experimenting with darker dramatic roles. Life-path 9 characterizes him as a communicator drawn to cyclical reinvention—evident in his movement between Hindi blockbusters, Marathi crossover, and directorial work.
★ ORIGIN
Before Fame
Riteish Deshmukh was born on 17 December 1978 in India to Vilasrao Deshmukh, a prominent politician who would serve as Chief Minister of Maharashtra. His family's political background and social standing positioned him in Maharashtra's elite circles before he pursued acting. He began his acting career with the film Tujhe Meri Kasam (2003), marking his entry into Hindi cinema.
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Trivia
- He won a National Film Award, a Filmfare Award Marathi, and five IIFA Awards across his career.
- Deshmukh made his directorial debut with Ved (2022), a Marathi-language film that became one of the highest-grossing Marathi films.
- He anchored four Housefull sequels (2010, 2012, 2016, 2019) and returned for Housefull 5 (2025), making the franchise a cornerstone of his brand.
- He produced and later acted in Marathi cinema, including Balak-Palak (2013) as producer and Lai Bhaari (2014) as actor.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Humanitarian
Idealistic and global. Riteish Deshmukh often use their platform for causes and tend to build broad, internationally diverse audiences.
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Birthday compatibility
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★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Riteish Deshmukh?
- Riteish Deshmukh is 47 years old (born December 17, 1978).
- When is Riteish Deshmukh's birthday?
- Riteish Deshmukh was born on December 17, 1978.
- What is Riteish Deshmukh's zodiac sign?
- Riteish Deshmukh is a Sagittarius, born December 17, 1978.
- What is Riteish Deshmukh's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Riteish Deshmukh was born in 1978, the year of the Earth Horse.
- Where is Riteish Deshmukh from?
- Riteish Deshmukh is from IN.
- What does Riteish Deshmukh do?
- Riteish Deshmukh is a actor.
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