Get to know the multifaceted Dharmesh Yelande, a prominent Indian dancer, choreographer, and actor. This comprehensive biography covers his life, career, and personal details.
Wiki/Biography
Dharmesh Yelande was born on Monday, October 31, 1983 (age 39 as of 2022), in Vadodara, Gujarat, India. His zodiac sign is Scorpio. He completed his schooling at Baroda High School, Vadodara, and received dance training under the guidance of Krishna Rao.
Physical Appearance
- Height (approx.): 5′ 6″
- Eye Colour: Black
- Hair Colour: Black
Family & Caste
Dharmesh hails from a Marathi family but identifies as Gujarati. His father ran a tea stall, and his mother is a homemaker. He has two brothers: Vicky Yelande and Kalpesh Yelande.
Career
Dharmesh’s career is a testament to his dedication and talent. His journey began with reality dance shows, leading to success in film and television.
Television:
- 2007: First runner-up in DD Nationals’ “Airtel Krazzy Kiya Re”
- 2008: Winner of Sony TV’s “Boogie Woogie (TV series) Mahayudh”
- 2009: First runner-up in Zee TV’s “Dance India Dance (season 2)”
- Various appearances in Dance India Dance spin-offs.
- 2011: Winner of “Dance Ke Superstars”
- 2013: Judge on Colors Marathi’s “MAD – Mhanje Assal Dancer”
- 2015 – Present: Captain on Star Plus’ “Dance Plus”
- 2020: Contested “Khatron Ke Khiladi 10” on Colors TV
Films:
- 2010: Choreography debut with “Tees Maar Khan”
- 2013: Acting debut in “ABCD: Any Body Can Dance”
- Further acting roles in “ABCD 2,” “Banjo,” “Nawabzaade,” “Street Dancer,” and the Gujarati film “Safalta 0Km.”
Favourite Things
Here’s a glimpse into Dharmesh’s preferences:
| Category | Preference |
|---|---|
| Food | Sev Usal |
| Dancers | Remo D’Souza, Prabhu Deva |
| Actors | Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Irrfan Khan, Smit Pandya |
| Film Directors | Imtiaz Ali, Anurag Kashyap |
Cars Collection
Dharmesh owns a Chevrolet Super Sport and a Jeep Wrangler.
Facts/Trivia
- Enjoys travelling, playing cricket, and partying.
- Popularly known as “Dharmesh sir.”
- Owns a pet dog named Coffee.
- Passionate about dance since childhood, inspired by Prabhu Deva and Krishna Rao.
- Worked as a peon and ran a Sev Usal stall before his rise to fame.
- Worked as a background dancer for Gujarati superstars.
- Has acted in Bhojpuri films.
- Runs a dance academy called “D’Virus Dance Academy” in Vadodara.
- Considers cricket as an alternative career path.
