If Saurabh Gokhale had not taken up acting seriously, he would have continued working in some big Corporate House as an executive today. A native of Pune, Saurabh did his schooling from Nutan Marathi Vidyalaya and later did his graduation from Modern College. Being a part of this cultural hub of Maharashtra, Saurabh had performed on stage and had also taken part in the Purshottam Shield Drama competition. He was also member of Theatre Academy.
Even after Graduation, when Saurabh did his Mass Communication and MBA; he joined TAL Manufacturing Solutions Ltd; a division of Tata Motors and continued to be part of Kala Sagar Art, presenting and anchoring stage shows. Later, when he joined KPIT in Pune; he felt that he was doing injustice to his hidden acting talent and quit his job; to take a decision to pursue acting career seriously.
His role in his debut serial ‘Shrimant Peshwa Bajirao Mastani’ showed him the way and Saurabh found a major role in Star Pravah’s serial ‘Mandala Don Ghadicha Daav’. where his talent was actually noticed. Today, Saurabh is the centre of attraction in the ongoing serial on Zee Marathi’s ‘Radha Hi Bavari’. The title of this serial clearly suggests that it is a women oriented subject; but Saurabh using variety in this role, has not only brought liveliness into the serial; but, has also won the hearts of audience. He is found comfortable in the company of all the senior artistes in this serial; be it Sharad Ponkshe, Kavita Medhekar Laad,Bal karve and others.
Marathi Movie World spoke to this talented actor from Pune. Excerpts from an interview:
Q: Do you think that you took a wise decision to leave your KPIT job and join acting field?
A: Yes, I think I was doing injustice to myself and also to the company I had joined. So, it took just seven days for me to take this decision; which I feel was right.
Q: But, how were you attracted towards this profession? Is there anyone from your family, into this profession?
A: No, my both parents are Doctors. It was my passion since college days, that brought me into this field. I had not made up my mind to be whole time actor. But when I took this crucial decision to pursue acting career in September 2010 ; in next two months I was signed for ‘Mandala Don Ghadicha Daav.’ Today, while playing the role of Saurabh Dharmadhikari , in ‘Radha Hi Bavari’. I feel happy about my decision.
Q: Are you a director’s actor or believe in yourself?
A: I think, I am both. Though I believe in myself; it is the director, who knows how to tap your potential. I am very happy about the way my character has been projected in ‘Radha Hi Bavari’.
Q: Tell us something about your forthcoming film ‘Yodhha’?
A: This film will be released in April 2013. I am playing the lead role of a Police Cop; who finds his first posting in his own village. While exercising his duty honestly, he has to encounter opposition from his own relatives. My childhood friend, who is into social service supports me in my mission. It is an interesting and timely subject and I really enjoyed playing this role.
Q: You think that acting in TV serial and films simultaneously, is possible ?
A: Yes, it is possible with slight adjustment of your schedule.
Q: Now that you are into this acting field; do you think that your specialized degrees are of any help to you ?
A: Yes, it does help. My communication skills come to my advantage in this profession. Moreover, my management qualification helps me a lot to maintain proper time management in my day to day work.
Q: We understand about your recent marriage to Anjuja Sathe. Congrats! How it all happened?
A: Thanks. Actually, I knew Anuja since my childhood, though she was junior to me. Her elder brother was my good friend. When we met once again in this acting field, we came close to each other. Anuja is also a good TV actress. Our interests match very well.
