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- Kashinath Ghanekar was a popular stage actor and dental surgeon who also appeared in Marathi films in the 1960s. In addition to Marathi stage and movies, he appeared in Hindi movies such as Abhilasha opposite Nanda and Dadi Maa where he played the role of the son of Ashok Kumar and Bina Roy. He died at an early age on account of a massive heart attack while touring the rural parts of Maharashtra on a drama tour. The role that made him a popular actor was that of Sambhaji in the play "Raigadhala Jevha Jaag Yete" (When Raigad awakens) written by the playwright, Vasant Kanetkar. Some of noted plays he acted in are - Ithe Oshalala Mrityun, Ashrunchi Jhali Fule, Garambicha Bapu, Anandi Gopal, Shitu, Tujhe Aahe Tujpashi, Sundar Mi Honar, Madhumanjiri etc. The film Madhuchandra (in 1967) made Ghanekar, a noted stage actor, a major Marathi film star.
- IMDb mini biography by: Shrinivas G. Kulkarni
- Son in law of actress Sulochana Latkar. He married her daughter Kanchan.
- First actor to achieve a superstar status on Marathi stage.
- Gained popularity with the play "Raigadhala Jevha Jaag Yete.Where he played Sambaji.The film Madhuchandra (in 1967) made Ghanekar, a noted stage actor, a major Marathi film star.
- Was a professional dental surgeon.
- His biopic Aani Dr Kashinath Ghanekar is set to release in November 2018.Showing full journey of his life.Popular Marathi actor Subodh Bhave will be playing title role.
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