From Nitish Bharadwaj to Sumedh Mudgalkar: TV actors who played Krishna

Updated On: 24 August, 2024 12:59 PM IST | Shachi Chaturvedi

Over the years, Indian television has seen numerous actors take on the iconic role of Lord Krishna. From Nitish Bharadwaj`s legendary portrayal in the 1988 Mahabharat to Sumedh Mudgalkar`s youthful energy in RadhaKrishn, these actors have captivated audiences with their performances. Whether highlighting Krishna`s divine wisdom, playful leelas, or his strategic brilliance, these portrayals have left an indelible mark on viewers. On Krishna Janmashtami 2024, here`s looking at 10 actors who portrayed the role of lord Krishna with utmost sincerity  

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Over the years, Indian television has seen numerous actors take on the iconic role of Lord Krishna. From Nitish Bharadwaj`s legendary portrayal in the 1988 Mahabharat to Sumedh Mudgalkar`s youthful energy in RadhaKrishn, these actors have captivated audiences with their performances. Whether highlighting Krishna`s divine wisdom, playful leelas, or his strategic brilliance, these portrayals have left an indelible mark on viewers. On Krishna Janmashtami 2024, here`s looking at 10 actors who portrayed the role of lord Krishna with utmost sincerity  

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Sarvadaman Banerjee played the adult Krishna in Ramanand Sagar`s Shri Krishna, which aired on DD National in the 1990s

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 Nitish Bharadwaj played Lord Krishna in the iconic 1988 TV serial Mahabharat, directed by B.R. Chopra. Nitish got critical acclaimed and audience love for his portrayal of the diety 

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Sourabh Raaj Jain portrayed Lord Krishna in the 2013-14 TV series Mahabharat. Born on 1 December 1985 Sourabh became a household name

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Saurabh Pandey portrayed Lord Krishna in Suryaputra Karn, which aired in 2015-16. His performance highlighted Krishna`s strategic mind and his guidance to Karn (played by Gautam Rode)

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Ssudeep Sahir played the role of Param Shri Krishna in the TV show Paramavatar Shri Krishna

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 Vishal Karwal played the role of Shri Krishna in the 2011-12 TV series Dwarkadheesh – Bhagwaan Shree Krishn. "Playing Krishna was a life-changing experience", shared Karwal during one of his interviews

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Mrunal Jain played Krishna`s role in Kahaani Humare Mahabharat Ki. His portrayal focused on Krishna`s divine wisdom and his role as the charioteer and guide to Arjuna during the Kurukshetra war

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Meghan Jadhav portrayed Shri Krishna in the TV series Jai Shri Krishna. His portrayal captured the divine and playful aspects of Krishna`s childhood

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Popular Marathi and Hindi actor Swwapnil Joshi essayed the character of Lord Krishna in Ramanand Sagar`s devotional show `Shri Krishna`

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The actor who got the highest popularity after playing the role of Shrr Krishna was Sumedh Mudgalkar. Mugalkar aced the role in 2018 TV series RadhaKrishn. His portrayal emphasized the romantic and spiritual bond between Radha and Krishna

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