Paresh Ganatra (born 19 February 1965) is an Indian actor who has worked across television, stage and films. He is best known for his role as Praveen Thakkar in the Star Plus comedy series Baa Bahu Aur Baby, which aired from 2005 to 2010, and for his work in SAB TV's sitcom Chidiya Ghar. His film credits include No Entry (2005) and Rowdy Rathore (2012).
| Name | Paresh Ganatra |
|---|---|
| Born | 19 February 1965 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Actor (television, stage, film) |
| Notable television role | Praveen Thakkar in Baa Bahu Aur Baby (2005–2010) |
| Notable films | No Entry (2005), Rowdy Rathore (2012) |
Ganatra has built a career spanning three performance mediums: stage, television and Hindi cinema. On television, his long-running role as Praveen Thakkar in Baa Bahu Aur Baby, a family comedy on Star Plus, brought him widespread recognition during the show's five-year run. He subsequently appeared in Chidiya Ghar, a sitcom telecast on SAB TV.
In Hindi films, he has played supporting roles in mainstream comedies and action films, including Anees Bazmee's No Entry (2005) and Prabhu Deva's Rowdy Rathore (2012).
Ganatra is recognised as a character actor whose work in ensemble comedy formats has contributed to the popularity of family-oriented Hindi sitcoms during the 2000s and 2010s. His parallel presence in stage productions and Hindi cinema places him among television actors who have maintained an active multi-medium career.