Mayur Vakani is a renowned Indian television actor and talented sculptor. He achieved widespread recognition for his memorable portrayal of Sundarlal in the popular SAB TV comedy series, “Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah.”

Wiki/Biography

Mayur Vakani was born on Thursday, August 26, 1976, in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. As of 2023, he is 47 years old. His zodiac sign is Virgo. He completed his schooling at Kameshwar High School, Ahmedabad, and went on to graduate from C. N. College of Fine Arts, Ahmedabad. His academic achievements include an M.A. in Indian Culture, along with diplomas in sculpture and drama. Coming from a family with a theatrical background (his father was a theatre artist), his passion for acting began at a young age – just 6 years old!

Physical Appearance

• Height (approx.): 5′ 5″
• Hair Colour: Black
• Eye Colour: Black

Family

Mayur Vakani hails from a Gujarati Jain Hindu family.

Parents & Siblings: His father, Bhim Vakani, is a well-known Gujarati theatre artist. He has two younger sisters, Disha Vakani (also an actress) and Khushali Vakani (a sculptor and painter).

Wife & Children: Mayur Vakani married Hemali Vakani on February 10, 2002. They are blessed with a son, Tathaya Vakani, and a daughter, Hasthi Vakani.

Career

Mayur Vakani’s acting journey started with various commercial plays. He then auditioned for numerous television shows, playing smaller roles before his big break. In 2006, he starred in the Gujarati film “Ek Var Piyu Ne Malva Aavje.” His breakthrough role came as “Sunderlal” in the immensely popular TV serial, “Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah.”

Beyond acting, he actively pursues his sculpting career. His remarkable work includes contributions to large-scale projects.

Facts/Trivia

Here are some interesting facts about Mayur Vakani:

• His hobbies include travelling and swimming.
• The on-screen brother-sister duo of Sunderlal and Daya Gada are actually real-life siblings.
• Mayur’s father has made cameo appearances in “Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah.”
• Mayur and his sister Disha have collaborated on several plays and TV shows.
• He has a sweet tooth and recalls childhood tales of emptying sweet boxes!
• He is a spiritual person and frequents various temples.
• He is a skilled sculptor, notably contributing to Gujarat’s Jhanki for the Republic Day parade in Delhi and decorating the hall during Xi Jing Ping’s visit.
• He maintains a self-titled YouTube channel featuring his vlogs.
• He crafted a statue of PM Modi, which was auctioned for ?4.31 crores.
• In 2023, he and his team created the largest Asiatic lion pride sculpture at Ambardi Safari Park.

Key Milestones in Mayur Vakani’s Career

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