Death anniversary! Laxmikant Berde: FIVE must-watch comedy films of the legendary actor

Marathi and Bollywood's comedy king Laxmikant Berde needs no introduction and words are not enough to describe his legacy. He was one of few actors in the Marathi industry who had a massive fan following and his films were commercially successful.
On his death anniversary, let’s remember the legendary actor's with our heartfelt gratitude and utmost respect.Let's take a glance at some of his outstanding works in the Marathi industry.
'Ashi Hi Banwa Banwi'

Sachin Pilgaonkar's blockbuster 'Ashi Hi Banwa Banwi' is a remake of the 1966 Hindi film 'Biwi Aur Makan' directed by Hrishikesh Mukherjee. Laxmikant and Sachin Pilgaonkar's got a lot of applauds for their stupendous performance in the film. The film also sees Ashok Saraf, Sushant Ray, Nivedita Saraf, Ashwini Bhave and Priya Arun in key roles.
'Zapatlela'

Mahesh Kothare's horror-comedy 'Zapatlela' revolves around renowned ventriloquist Ramdas Padhye along with his famous evil puppet Tatya Bichu. This horror-comedy became a blockbuster because of Laxmikant Berde's commendable acting as Laxmikant Bolke.
'Eka Peksha Ek'

Sachin Pilgaonkar's 'Eka Peksha Ek' is a 1990 action, comedy, mystery which starred Ashok Saraf, Laxmikant Berde and Archana Joglekar in lead roles. This film was adapted from Arthur Hiller's 1989 American comedy film 'See No Evil, Hear No Evil'.
Laxmikant Berde as always is brilliant performance (played the role, deaf man) was appreciated by the audience.
'Dhoom Dhadaka'

Mahesh Kothare's iconic comedy-drama 'Dhoom Dhadaka' revolves around three young men (played by Mahesh, Laxmikant and Ashok Saraf) who try all possible ways to impress a greedy industrialist to approve their marriages with his daughters. It also starred Nivedita Joshi and Surekha in key roles.
'De Danadan'

'De Danadan' was another knockabout comedy hit of Laxmikanth Berde. The film also starred Mahesh Kothare and Jairam Kulkarni in lead roles. Laxmikant Berde as a police constable (Lakshya) done full justice to his character. This comedy film was successful in striking the right chord with the audience.