Balvinder Singh Suri is an Indian actor, writer, and director. He replaced Roshan Sodhi in the popular TV serial ‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’ in 2020 produced by Asit Kumarr Modi.

He was born in Mumbai in a Sikh family. He did his schooling from Cosmopolitan High School, Aligarh and SCD Barfiwala High School in Mumbai. He is fondly called as Ballu.

Eye Colour: Black

Hair Colour: Black

Height: 5’ 9” (approximately)

He was born to Bejinder Suri and Manbir Kaur Suri. His brother, Raminder Singh Suri is a film director and has worked with Rohit Shetty as associate director.

Balvinder Singh Suri and His Family

Balvinder Singh Suri With His Family

Balvinder Singh Suri’s Brother

He is married to Savinder Suri who is baker, and the couple is blessed with one son.

Balvinder Singh Suri With His Wife and Son

Balvinder Singh Suri With His Wife

Balvinder Singh Suri With His Son

He is an actor, director, and scriptwriter. He has worked as a creative director in Bollywood films like ‘All the best,’ ‘Paying guest,’ and ‘Dhamaal.’ Balvinder has featured in various TV commercials.

Balvinder Singh Suri With M. S. Dhoni

He has directed a few TV serials like ‘Sajan re Jhooth Mat Bolo’ and ‘Beach o Beach.’ He has penned down the scripts of ‘Home Sweet Home,’ ‘Shree Adi Manav,’ ‘Beach O Beach,’ and ‘Janbaaz.’

An Old Picture of Balvinder Singh

He is well known for appearing in the Bollywood film, ‘Dil To Pagal Hai’ (1997). He has played small roles in various Hindi films and TV serials.

Balvinder Singh in Dil To Pagal Hai

He is a well-known theatre artist and director. He is associated with the theatre plays ‘I love u two,’ ‘Ek se bhale do,’ ‘Uncle samjha karo,’ ‘See no evil 1/ 2 /3,’ and ‘Dil maange more.’

Balvinder Singh in a Theatre Play

He has earlier appeared in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah as Sodhi’s friend. In 2020, he replaced Roshan Sodhi (Gurcharan Singh) in the popular TV serial, ‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah.’ ((Hindustan Times))

An Old Picture of Balvinder Singh in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah

Balvinder Singh in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah

While talking about the Sodhi’s character in TMKOC, in an interview, Balvinder said,

Sodhi’s character in the show is jovial, bursting with life, loves his wife and son dearly, and is the kind of friend who his neighbours can rely on for anything. But most importantly, the character is that of a Sardar ji, a Punjabi and I being one will definitely help me ease into the character seamlessly. At the same time, I also wish to thank the creative team for their support in helping me smoothly transition into the nuances of character, the style, and the traits. I am grateful to Asit Bhai for giving me this wonderful opportunity to be part of an iconic show.”