Make way for the most desirable men of Maharashtra 2020

From delivering superlative performances, to putting forth strong opinions and using social media to amplify COVID-19 requests, Marathi industry’s men have proved that they are desirable for all the right reasons…

A fitness-trainer-turned-actor, Vishhal Nikam made his debut in Marathi cinema with Mithun. This fit and fab boy caught everyone's attention with the TV show Dakkhancha Raja Jyotiba, for which he gained 12 kilos in 20 days. His dreamy eyes and bulked-up physique have added to the massive fan following. Presenting you Maharashtra’s Most Desirable Man of 2020.

Relationship Status: Single

Claim to fame: He has featured in films such as Bernie and Olakh - My Identity. With four films lined up for release soon, including Kolhapur Diaries, the official Marathi remake of Angamaly Diaries, Bhushan is definitely looking forward to good times ahead.

Desirability Quotient: Bhushan is a right balance of good looks and boyish charm. What adds to his desirable quotient is the fact that he is a loving husband and a hands-on father

Relationship Status: Married to Grace Noronha

Claim to fame: He has featured in films such as Bedhadak, Youth and Dostigiri. Even though the gyms remained closed for several months, the actor turned up the heat with his home workout videos on social media. His lockdown wedding with Yogita Gawli became the talking point last year. The actor is gearing up for the release of the magnum opus, Pawan Khind.

Desirability Quotient: He is a perfect mix of talent and good looks. His fab abs give major fitness goals to his admirers.

Relationship Status: Married

Claim to fame: Last year’s Maharashtra’s Most Desirable Man, Bhushan is a fitness freak, brilliant cook and of course, social media darling! During the lockdown, he soared the temperature with his workout videos.

Desirability Quotient: His charm, chiselled physique and passion make Bhushan Pradhan a lethal package

Relationship Status: He says he is single!

Claim to fame: He is currently basking in the glory of winning Maharashtra’s Most Desirable Man on TV. The actor who became a household name with his mythological show Vithu Mauli is set to star in an adult comedy Takatak2 soon.

Desirability Quotient: He is a passionate human. Charming and charismatic, that’s Ajinkya for you!

Relationship Status: He is not taken yet

Claim to fame: Sumedh, who has been a part of Marathi films such as Bucket List and Manjha, is ruling the small screen as the adorable Krishna in RadhaKrishn. Last year, he announced his forthcoming Marathi film with Swanandi Berde, titled Mann Yedyagat Zhala. This young lad is touted to be the next big thing and enjoys a massive fan following on social media.

Desirability Quotient: His curly locks and dreamy eyes will make you fall in love

Relationship Status: Despite regular link up rumours, he maintains that he is single

Claim to fame: After making a rocking Marathi debut with Carry On Maratha, Gashmeer Mahajani delivered some spectacular performances in films like Deool Band, Panipat etc. He is the new blue-eyed boy of Hindi TV and has been gaining immense popularity for his Hindi show, Imlie.

Desirability Quotient: His washboard abs and sweet innocent smile are enough to take your hearts away. Add the baritone and dancing skills and you have a complete package

Relationship Status: Married to Gauri Deshmukh

Claim to fame: He dared to pull off a grey character with great ease in the recently concluded show Aggabai Sasubai. The son of a music composer Ashok Patki, Ashutosh is an ardent animal lover too.

Desirability Quotient: His lean physique coupled with chocolate boy looks make him popular, especially among the female fans

Relationship Status: Single

Claim to fame: He first got noticed in the Marathi TV show titled Lagir Jhala Ji, where he played a supporting role. This young gun has now become the leading man in Karbhari Laybhari. He will also be seen in a Marathi film Darling, alongside Prathamesh Parab.

Desirability Quotient: Cool and handsome, Nikkhil is quite the charmer, we hear

Relationship Status: He is single

Claim to fame: Vaibhav has cemented his place in the Marathi industry and Bollywood by opting for projects of diverse genres. He left a strong impact as Puran Singh in Manikarnika and also shared the screen with Kajol in an OTT project. He recently finished shooting for Makarand Mane’s debut Hindi directorial. Apart from that, he has mastered the Haryanvi dialect for another Hindi outing.

Desirability Quotient: He exudes the ideal boy-next-door vibes

Relationship Status: Not dating anyone at the moment

Claim to fame: He is a quintessential chocolate hero of Marathi industry. Siddharth Chandekar forayed in Marathi films with Zenda. Since then there is no looking back. His simple and traditional wedding with Mitali Mayekar was tagged one of the coolest weddings. It saw a bevy of Marathi stars making their presence felt.

Desirability Quotient: His fashion sense and great sense of humour has earned him brownie points from his fans and social media followers.

Relationship Status: Married to Mitali Mayekar

Claim to fame: Lalit Prabhakar has wowed the audiences with his relatable onscreen characters and is a star in the making. The actor is awaiting the release of multiple projects, including Colorphool, Zombivli, Tarri and Medium Spicy.

Desirability Quotient: With his cool demeanour, wit and charm, he’s the guy to watch out for

Relationship Status: Single

Claim to fame: Suave and stylish, Chirag Patil has been soaring the popularity charts. He is all set to make his Bollywood debut with 83, directed by Kabir Khan, wherein he is essaying his father, cricketer Sandeep Patil’s role onscreen.

Desirability Quotient: The calm eyes and cool demeanour, plus his love for family

Relationship Status:

Married to former cricketer

Salil Ankola’s daughter Sana.

Rishi Saxena sets major fitness goals with his enviable well-chiseled physique. He has made his way to viewers' hearts through his performances in 'Kahe Diya Pardes' and 'Ghadge And Suun'. He recently shot for Sameer Joshi's 'Choomantar', also starring Suvrat Joshi, Rinku Rajguru and Prarthana Behere. He also started shooting for Mahesh Manjrekar's directorial.

Desirability Quotient: His physique and international good looks

Relationship Status: In a relationship with Isha Keskar

Claim to fame: Siddharth has been making a strong presence felt in the web space. He made his Marathi film debut with Ekulti Ek and has given noteworthy performances in films such as Rajwade and Sons, Poshter Girl etc. His next outing June, helmed by Suhrud Godbole and Vaibhav Khisti, created waves in the festival circuits. Of late, he has been helping amplify COVID-19 help requests.

Desirability Quotient: His earthy charm and lean physique make him desirable

Relationship Status: Married to Poornima Nair