Yogesh Tripathi
Yogesh Tripathi is an Indian actor best known for playing Happu Singh in the sitcom Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain! and in its spin-off, Happu Ki Ultan Paltan, where he plays the lead role. The former ranks among the longest running Indian comedy sitcoms.
Tripathi was born in Rath, a town in the Hamirpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India. After completing his education at Bundelkhand University, he moved to Mumbai to pursue a career in acting. He initially struggled in the industry, taking on small roles in theater and television commercials. His big break came when he was cast as Daroga Happu Singh in Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain!, and later starred in the spin-off Happu Ki Ultan Paltan, which made him a household name.
Career
Tripathi’s acting career took off with TV shows like F.I.R. and Chidiya Ghar. He gained widespread recognition with Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain! and later starred in its spin-off series, Happu Ki Ultan Paltan. Tripathi made his Bollywood debut in the 2009 Paa , then appearing in films like Admission Open, and Bulbul.
Awards and recognition
Tripathi won the Indian Television Academy Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role and the Indian Telly Awards for Best Actor in a Comic Role - Jury for his performance in Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain!.