Chetan Vadnere – The Surprise Box We Don’t Regret Opening!

Born in 1990,
Chetan,
Chetan Vadnere.
Come on, Chetan, you can do it.
Pave the way, put your back into it.
Tell us why, show us how.
Look at where you came from.

Look at you now. 

This was long overdue though I think I’ve expressed my appreciation for you as an actor in a comment that I left on one of your Instagram posts quite a while ago. 

Every time Shashank Kanitkar will be mentioned, so will be Chetan Vadnere for he can’t be separated from you even though you two are absolutely different but you’ve gotten yourself so impeccably in Shashank’s skin that we tend to forget that Shashank does not exist and is merely a fictional character. 

When I say that you’re the surprise box that we didn’t regret opening, I mean it. Back then when I had just started to watch Thipkyanchi Rangoli, my feelings were pretty mild but as the show went on, I grew immensely fond of Shashank and a lot of credit for that goes to you. 

Shashank is certainly not one of the ideal fictional heroes. I remember hearing you say in some interview that you aren’t trying to portray him as a hero either. You’re trying to portray him as someone people can relate to and it won’t be wrong if I say, you’ve succeeded in that. 

Shashank has some great qualities but he’s also loaded with flaws. The kind of flaws that make me want to back off after the threshold is crossed but I stay… because the conviction with which you bring Shashank to life makes me go out of the way and see things from his perspective that begin to seem valid. 

From the episode I started watching to the current episode – there hasn’t been a single scene where I could say – Chetan could have done better here. I’m not talking about Shashank. I am talking about Chetan Vadnere, the actor who brings Shashank Kanitkar to life. 

Every scene of Shashank Kanitkar that I’ve watched, be it flaunting his perfection or flaws, seemed what I could believe. For me, it was done with utmost conviction. In terms of acting, Chetan Vadnere has never allowed me to feel that any of his scenes could have been better than how they already were.

The surprise box named Chetan Vadnere turned out to be blessed with not one but multiple talents. 

The one who can act. ( We see that every day. )
The one who can sing. ( Rarely but we get to hear some pieces. )
The one who can write. ( His old Instagram posts gave away how thoughtful he is as a person. )
The one who can click. ( Mr. Photographer Vadnere. )
The one who can dance. ( Even though he is too modest to accept that. xD. )
The one who can cook. ( Heard that he makes delicious Bhurji. <I am a vegetarian though but never mind. Haha.> )
The one who can entertain with his wit. ( Welcome to vlog my channel. No, welcome to channel my vlogs. Mahim cha halwa. )
The one who can… surprise us every now and then with another hidden talent of his. 

Jo bhi chaahe, wo tu paaye,
Saari duniya, par tu chhaye,
Bas itna sa khwab hai! 

A very happy birthday to this surprise box that we genuinely don’t regret opening! 

May you continue to be you!
May you continue to see the world through the lens of your perspective that holds profound social awareness and compassion.
May you continue to charm your audience with your magnificent acting skills!
May you continue to shine how you always do. 💜
– Harshada

Everytime I think about Thipkyanchi Rangoli and why it has touched my heart , it occurs to me how relatable, realistic and believable the characters are. I feel I am right thereThey are characters who are not ideal and therefore you bond with them. Dr. Shashank Kanitkar is an extremely believable character who is idealistic, but flawed in his own way. The way you play him, it is hard to believe that it is a character and not a person in real. You effortlessly slide into the skin of the character. The way you emote is impeccable.

Sometimes its just with the eyes, sometimes with slightest of change in your body language, sometimes modulating your voice and sometimes just with typical mannerisms is commendable. I have come to relate certain mannerisms as signature ‘Khadoos’ ones. This is your greatest success when the character does not seem a character anymore.

Shashank Kanitkar will be a character that is etched in my memory forever.

Wishing you a very Happy birthday and may you always soar high! Wishing you success, health and prosperity.. not only materialistic, but may your talent prosper everyday more than yesterday.
– Ashwini

Happy Birthday Chetan Dada. 🥳🥳🥳

Amhi tula Shashank mhanun jaasta olakhto Chetan peksha, pan interviews aani Namrata Tai chya vlogs madhun amhala Chetan baddal suddha kalta. Kahi vishayanwarche tuzhe vichaar aikun kharach khoop chaan vaatta, you are an inspiration to many. May God bless you & may you keep reaching newer heights of happiness, success & good health.

Congratulations & best wishes to you & Rujuta too.🥳🥳❤️❤️

Have a great day & a great year ahead!🌺
~ Rajasi

Happiest of birthdays to you, Chetan, our very own Mr. Scientist Kanitkar! You’ve garnered so many viewers and admirers thanks to your talent, and I’m so happy seeing you in the hearts of so many people, enjoying the much deserved recognition. You truly deserve all the fame and success you’ve achieved; and here’s to wishing much more success and recognition your way.🖤
~Aafreen

Happy Birthday, Chetan. You are a rarity in the daily soap world. An understated actor who can make scenes come alive with seemingly no effort. Often when you are on screen, I feel there is no camera, that Shashank does exist and he has always lived in this house with these people. I forget that someone will say “pack up” and you’ll go to your real home.

You are also rare in that you seem almost immune to the adulation and fame that comes with being an actor. You seem to be able to detach from it all and focus on the things that truly matter. Best wishes for the years ahead. May you always lose yourself in a role so that we find happiness on the screen.
– Shilpa

To the birthday boy Chetan Vadnere,

I have seen you growing in past few years as an actor, photographer, and of course as a person. Now that you are at a stage of life where you are exploring and extending your circle in personal as well as professional life, so I wish you to be surrounded by people who you love and who love you. Also may God bless you with an abundance of bright career, exciting projects, health and love from family, friends and FANs.

Keep growing and exploring!!!

And finally, wish you very happy birthday and good luck☘️
– Rashmi 

Wishing you a very happy birthday Chetan, you are a wonderful artist, it is always a treat to watch you onscreen. what ever emotion you may portray it comes through us, you make the character real. Sending wishes from bengal, with your art you have made fans here too. This year is special for you … hope you make wonderful memories and we always get to see your work.
– Shatadipa

Khadoos aani Shishta he amchya gharatle amchya kutumbatlech sadasya aahet ase vatate amhala….Thanks for making these characters so real… Shashank Kanitkar ya mansachya premaat paadlyabaddal khup khup dhanyawad….

Please stay as simple as you are and this will take you to heights not only in professional life but in personal life as well. Many many happy returns of the day Khadoos!

Love and Regards.
-Dr Vidula(one of ur many fans☺️)

Happiest birthday Chetan Sir🎂
Wishing you the brightest birthday ever
Keep smiling, keep entertaining 💯
– Arya 

Happyy birthdayy to the man….who has the precious smile🥺💗 you create a different vibe on screen!✨ We feel connected to you 💯 May you shine and keep smiling forever♾️
~ Pari 💕

Happy Birthday Chetan.. Watching your all shows since Phulpakharu..Love your acting and singing as well..Also your photography admirer.. On your birthday wishing you only prosperity and happiness in both your professional and personal life..❤️❤️
– Tejal

Many Many Happy returns of the day Chetan Bhaiya. May you always keep spreading smiles through your sense of humor. Aapne khub khub khushiyan male aur aap yuhi hamesha hasta reh
– Riya ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Happy birthday 🎉my favourite actor❤️, may God bless your new age with divine health, long life. Much love dude 😎!! A very good happy birthday to you wishing you more years and more celebrations and achievement to come. 🥳😍🥰
– Prachi

Wish you a very Happy Birthday Chetan!! We love the way you portray Shashank Kanitkar. You literally bring life into that character… May all your wishes come true!!💐🎂❤️
– Radha

Wish You Many Many Happy Returns Of The Day Chetan 🎂🎂, God Bless you 💐, You are a Fabulous Actor, Wish You all success in your Life 💐💐
– Aditi 

Happy birthday chetan.. God bless you.. ❤❤❤
– Salonee

I just want to say that I love your performance as Shashank and you are an amazing actor and good wishes for your birthday🎂.
– Ananya