About
Indian actor and comedian who is best known for portraying Patrakaar Popatlal in the Hindi television sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. He is also known for his roles in C.I.D. and Sukh by Chance. His Instagram account shyampathak01 has gained over 190,000 followers.
Before Fame
He began his studies at the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, but dropped out to join the National School of Drama.
Trivia
In 2009, he appeared in a commercial for Halls that went viral. In 2021, he shared his story on TEDx at Hansraj College. He has appeared in three television series' throughout the course of his acting career.
Family Life
In 2003, he married his wife, Reshami. They studied together at the National School of Drama. They have two sons and a daughter.
Associated With
He starred alongside Dilip Joshi, Disha Vakani and Bhavya Gandhi in the television series Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah.
