This actor played young Amitabh Bachchan, now set a remarkable record for starring in the highest number of films as a child actor, with appearances in multiple languages. He is…
At 81 years old, superstar Amitabh Bachchan continues to work with the same enthusiasm and dedication he displayed in his youth. Every year, he features in various films and continues to host popular TV shows. This year, he made headlines for his role in Kalki 2898 AD, starring alongside Prabhas and Deepika Padukone. Among his many hit films, Coolie is a standout in his career for so many reasons. But did you know that the child actor who portrayed Amitabh Bachchan’s younger self in this movie was Ravi Valecha, popularly known as Master Ravi?
Ravi Valecha, famously known as Master Ravi, began his acting career at the young age of 4 and holds an impressive record that remains unbroken to this day. He worked alongside legendary superstars like Rishi Kapoor, Dilip Kumar, and Amitabh Bachchan. Although Ravi has now transitioned into a successful businessman, he left a lasting mark on Indian cinema, having appeared in over 300 films. Some of his notable roles were in movies including Coolie, Amar Akbar Anthony, Mr. Natwarlal, Fakira, Tumhare Bina, Khuddar, Nastik, Parichay, Yaadon Ki Baaraat, Karz, Seeta Aur Geeta, and Desh Premee.
According to the India Book of Records, Ravi Valecha set a remarkable record for starring in the highest number of films as a child actor, with appearances in multiple languages. His contributions to cinema as a child artist are unparalleled, yet he chose to leave the glamour world behind to pursue a successful career in the hospitality industry. He pursued a master’s degree in hospitality and international business and now runs his own business, providing hospitality management services to top banks in India. Additionally, he conducts training sessions on personality development, helping others succeed in the hospitality sector
