{{Short description|Indian actor, director and producer (born 1984)}} {{Use dmy dates|date=February 2016}} {{Use Indian English|date=February 2016}} {{Infobox person | name = Adinath Kothare | image = Adinath Kothare at the Filmfare Awards Marathi 2025.png | caption = Kothare in 2025 | birth_name = Adinath Mahesh Kothare | birth_date = {{Birth date and age |1984|5|13|df=y}} | birth_place = [[Mumbai, Maharashtra]], India | spouse = {{Marriage|[[Urmilla Kothare]]|2011}} | father = [[Mahesh Kothare]] | children = 1 | occupation = {{hlist|Actor|filmmaker}} | years_active = 1994–present | organisation = {{ubl|[[Kothare Vision|Kothare Vision Pvt. Ltd.]]|Storyteller’s Nook Pvt. Ltd.}} | works = [[Adinath Kothare filmography|Full list]] | relatives = | awards = [[List of awards and nominations received by Adinath Kothare|Full list]] }}
'''Adinath Kothare''' ({{IPA|hns|ˈaːd̪iːnaːt̪ʰ koʈʰaːɾe|pron}}; born 13 May 1984) is an Indian actor and filmmaker who predominantly works in [[Marathi cinema|Marathi]] and [[Hindi cinema]].<ref>{{Cite web|title=Happy Birthday Adinath Kothare: 5 Lesser-Known Facts About The Marathi Actor - ZEE5 News|url=https://www.zee5.com/zee5news/happy-birthday-adinath-kothare-5-lesser-known-facts-about-the-marathi-actor/amp?amp_js_v=a6&_gsa=1&usqp=mq331AQKKAFQArABIIACAw==#aoh=16249515323807&referrer=https://www.google.com&_tf=From%20%251$s&share=https://www.zee5.com/zee5news/happy-birthday-adinath-kothare-5-lesser-known-facts-about-the-marathi-actor|access-date=2021-06-29|website=ZEE5| date=13 May 2020 }}</ref> He has received [[List of awards and nominations received by Adinath Kothare|numerous accolades]], including a [[National Film Awards|National Film Award]], a [[Maharashtra State Film Awards|Maharashtra State Film Award]], three [[Filmfare Awards Marathi|Filmfare Marathi Awards]] and four [[Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar]].<ref name=":1">{{Cite news |title=Adinath Kothare acted as a child artist in Maza Chakula |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/did-you-know/adinath-kothare-mahesh-kothare-maza-chakula-ved-lavi-jeeva-satrangee-re-dubhang-zapatlela-2-laxmikant-berde-ashok-saraf-prashant-damle/articleshow/34734419.cms |access-date=2023-04-01 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref>
Born into the [[List of Hindi film families#Kothare family|Kothare family]], he first appeared on screen as a child actor in his father's film ''[[Majha Chakula]]'' (1994). As an adult, he made his acting debut with ''Ved Lavi Jeeva'', earning a nomination at the [[Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar]], and went on to appear in the sports drama ''Standby'' (2011) and [[Aditya Sarpotdar]]'s college drama ''Satrangi Re'' (2012). He gained recognition for playing a ventriloquist in ''[[Zapatlela 2]]'' (2013), an adventurous young man in ''[[Hello Nandan]]'' (2014), an atheist student in ''[[Avatarachi Goshta]]'' (2014) and cricketer [[Dilip Vengsarkar]] in the Hindi film ''[[83 (film)|83]]'' (2021).
He rose to prominence in the 2020s with the musical romantic drama ''[[Chandramukhi (2022 film)|Chandramukhi]]'' (2022), followed by the family drama [[Shaktiman (2024 film)|''Shaktimaan'']] and the comedy ''[[Panchak]]'' (both 2024). The former earned him his first [[Filmfare Awards Marathi|Filmfare Marathi Award]] nomination. Kothare made his directorial debut with ''[[Paani (film)|Paani]]'', which won the [[National Film Award for Best Film on Environment Conservation/Preservation]] along with several other awards and nominations. He was also a part of series such as ''[[City of Dreams (TV series)|City of Dreams - Season 2]]'' and ''[[Crime Beat]]'' (2025).
Kothare and his father jointly own [[Kothare Vision]], a production company established in 2008 that produces films, television serials, and web series. He is married to actress [[Urmilla Kothare|Urmila Kothare]], with whom he has a daughter.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Adinath Kothare and Urmila Kothare's daughter Jizah’s adorable video |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/videos/entertainment/regional/marathi/adinath-kothare-and-urmila-kothares-daughter-jizahs-adorable-video/videoshow/80846620.cms |access-date=2026-03-19 |website=The Times of India |language=en}}</ref>
== Early life == Kothare was born on 13 May 1984 in [[Mumbai]], [[Maharashtra]], to [[Mahesh Kothare]] and Nilima Kothare.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-03-04 |title=Video: "कजरा रे…", गाण्यावर बाप-लेक थिरकणार; पाहा महेश कोठारे व आदिनाथ कोठारे यांच्या धमाल डान्सची झलक |url=https://www.loksatta.com/manoranjan/television/mahesh-kothare-and-adinath-kothare-father-son-duo-will-dance-on-kajra-re-song-at-zee-chitra-gaurav-puraskar-2025-watch-video-nsp-98-4929337/ |access-date=2025-03-16 |website=Loksatta |language=mr}}</ref> His father, Mahesh Kothare, is a renowned Indian filmmaker, actor, and producer known for his contributions to Marathi cinema. He pioneered innovative techniques, including special effects and fantasy elements.<ref>{{Cite web |last=मेढे |first=जयदीप |date=2024-05-23 |title=बँकेने घरावर जप्ती आणली, मुंबईत बेघर झालो...अभिनेता आदिनाथ कोठारेने सांगितला कुटुंबावर ओढावलेला |url=https://marathi.abplive.com/entertainment/adinath-kothare-marathi-actor-revel-struggle-during-father-mahesh-kothare-bad-patch-time-1284374 |access-date=2025-03-16 |website=marathi.abplive.com |language=mr}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Bodke |first=Chetan |date=2024-05-24 |title=बँकेचे हफ्ते थकले अन् मुंबईत बेघर झालो...; आदिनाथ कोठारेने सांगितला कुटुंबावर ओढावलेला वाईट काळ |url=https://saamtv.esakal.com/entertainment/marathi-movie-famous-actor-adinath-kothare-revealed-about-his-father-mahesh-kothare-struggling-period-cb99 |access-date=2025-03-16 |website=Marathi News Saam TV |language=mr}}</ref> His mother, Nilima, is a homemaker.<ref>{{Cite web |date=29 August 2018 |title=Adinath Kothare - Marathi cinema's famous star kids |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/photofeatures/marathi-cinemas-famous-star-kids/adinath-kothare/photostory/63332716.cms |access-date=2021-06-29 |website=[[The Times of India]]}}</ref> Coming from a family deeply rooted in the film industry, Kothare is the grandson of Amber Kothare and Saroj Kothare. Amber Kothare was a veteran Marathi theater artist, actor, and film producer, widely recognized for his contributions to experimental theater. Later, he also played negative and character roles in his son's films.<ref>{{Cite web |title=प्रदीर्घ कालपटाचा साक्षीदार |url=https://marathi.indiatimes.com/editorial/manasa/amber-kothare-the-witness-of-the-long-film/articleshow/97296547.cms |access-date=2025-03-16 |website=Maharashtra Times |language=mr}}</ref> Saroj Kothare, popularly known in the industry as Jenma, was a respected colorist and producer.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-07-16 |title=Veteran Producer Saroj Amber Kothare AKA Jenma Dies At 93. Mahesh Kothare Pays Respects To Late Mother |url=https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/veteran-producer-saroj-amber-kothare-aka-jenma-dies-at-93-mahesh-kothare-pays-respects-to-late-mother-article-101792273 |access-date=2025-03-16 |website=Times Now |language=en}}</ref>
==Career== === Child actor and initial work (1994–2009) === Kothare began his career as a child actor in 1994 at the age of ten starring in his father's Marathi directorial drama ''[[Majha Chakula]]''.<ref name=":2">{{Cite web |date=2020-05-13 |title=हा गोंडस मुलगा आहे प्रसिद्ध अभिनेता; वडिलही होते बालकलाकार |url=https://www.mymahanagar.com/entertainment/birthday-boy-marathi-actor-adinath-kotharea/184133/ |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=My Mahanagar |language=mr}}</ref> He played a pivotal role as a mischievous boy who gets kidnapped from a bank but cleverly escapes from his captors, with actress [[Nivedita Saraf|Nivedita Joshi]] portraying his mother in the film.{{citation needed|date=March 2025}} The movie was both a critical and commercial success, earning Kothare the [[Maharashtra State Film Award for Best Child Artist|Maharashtra State Film Award for Best Child Actor]].<ref name=":1" />
Subsequently, he was an assistant director to his father on ''[[Chimani Pakhar]]'', ''[[Pachadlela]]'' and [[Khabardar (film)|''Khabardar'']].
=== Lead Acting Debut and Recognition (2010–2015) === Kothare made his leading debut in 2010 with ''Ved Lavi Jeeva'', opposite debutant Vaidehi Parshurami. Directed by his father, the love drama featured him as a car mechanic who falls in love with a wealthy girl.<ref name=":7">{{Cite web |date=2021-09-27 |title=आदिनाथ कोठारे याचे सर्वोत्कृष्ट 10 सिनेमे |url=https://www.mensxp.com/marathi/entertainment/marathi-movies/94056-adinath-kothare-best-movies.html |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=MensXP |language=mr-IN}}</ref> The film and the lead pair's chemistry were well received, earning Kothare nominations for Best Debut and [[Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar for Best Actor|Best Actor]] at the [[Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar]]. The following year, he starred as a footballer in Sanjay Surkar's sports drama ''Stand By'', which explored corruption, favoritism, and nepotism in Indian football.<ref name=":8">{{Cite web |date=2011-08-26 |title=Stand By |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/entertainment-others/stand-by/?ref=archive_pg |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=The Indian Express |language=en}}</ref> While the film received mixed reviews, [[Taran Adarsh]] of ''[[Bollywood Hungama]]'' praised Kothare's performance, stating, "It is Adinath Kothare who catches you with complete surprise in a challenging role that offers him ample scope to exhibit his range as an actor."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Hungama |first=Bollywood |date=2011-08-26 |title=Stand By Review 2.5/5 {{!}} Stand By Movie Review {{!}} Stand By 2011 Public Review {{!}} Film Review |website=[[Bollywood Hungama]] |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movie/stand-by/critic-review/stand-by-movie-review/ |access-date=2025-03-14 |language=en}}</ref> Kothare then starred alongside [[Urmilla Kothare|Urmila Kanetkar]] in ''Dubhang'', playing a financially struggling boxer dealing with unexpected challenges after having twins. It was the first Marathi film to use [[Dolby Digital|Dolby Digital 7.1]] sound technology.<ref name=":3">{{Cite web |last=Chettiar |first=Blessy |title=Review: ' Dubhang' is a confused sports melodrama |url=https://www.dnaindia.com/entertainment/review-review-dubhang-is-a-confused-sports-melodrama-1610810 |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=DNA India |language=en}}</ref> Namita Nivas of ''[[The Indian Express]]'' appreciated his performance, remarking, "Kothare as Rohan is very impressive in his performance but he looks to young to play father."<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-02-21 |title=Dubhang |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/movie-review/dubhang/ |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=The Indian Express |language=en}}</ref> In 2012, his only release was the musical romance ''Satrangi Re'', directed by [[Aditya Sarpotdar]].<ref>{{Cite web|title='Satrangi Re' - Marathi Movie|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/photofeatures/marathi-movies-of-bhushan-pradhan-you-should-not-miss/satrangi-re/photostory/65318384.cms|access-date=2021-06-29|website=The Times of India|date=18 September 2018 }}</ref>
He gained further attention in 2013 as [[Zapatlela (film series)#Aditya Bolke|Aditya Bolke]] in ''[[Zapatlela 2]]'', the sequel to the 1993 cult classic horror-comedy ''[[Zapatlela]]'', making it the first Marathi film to be released in [[3D film|3D]].<ref>{{Cite news |date=2017-01-13 |title=Mahesh trusts Indian artistes for Zapatlela 3 |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/mahesh-ropes-in-indian-vfx-artistes-for-zapatlela-3/articleshow/46976794.cms |access-date=2025-03-14 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |date=2017-01-10 |title=Glorious muhurat of Marathi movie 'Zapatlela 2' |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/glorious-muhurat-of-marathi-movie-zapatlela-2/articleshow/16638785.cms |access-date=2025-03-14 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> His performance received widespread acclaim from both critics and audiences.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Shirke |first=Ullhas |date=2013-06-07 |title='Zapatlela 2' is more of fantasy than a scary film |url=https://marathimovieworld.com/review/zapatlela2-movie-review.php |access-date=2025-03-14 |language=en-US}}</ref> A critic from ''[[The Times of India]]'' praised him, stating, "The young Kothare carries the film on his shoulders with his zany charm, nervous energy and excellent comic timing."<ref>{{Cite news |title=Zapatlela 2 - 3D Movie Review |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movie-reviews/zapatlela-2-3d/movie-review/20488958.cms |access-date=2025-03-14 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> The film grossed {{INRConvert|12|c}}, making it [[List of Marathi films of 2013#Box office collection|the third highest-grossing marathi film of 2013]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=narayan |first=kimaya |date=2024-10-26 |title=आदिनाथ नाही तर लक्ष्याचा खरा लेक अभिनय होता 'झपाटलेला 2' चा खरा हिरो ! पण 'या' कारणामुळे हुकली संधी |url=https://www.esakal.com/premier/not-adinath-but-abhinay-berde-was-first-choice-for-zapatlela-2-as-lakshyas-son-role-entertainment-news-kds07 |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=Marathi News Esakal |language=Mr}}</ref> In the same year, he reunited with [[Sonalee Kulkarni]] in Neeraj Udhwani's Hindi short film ''Rewind'', where he played a man who discovers his arranged bride was once a call girl he had paid, struggles to accept her past, but eventually realizes his mistake.<ref>{{Cite news |date=2017-01-13 |title=Watch hot and steamy Sonalee |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/adinath-kothare-sonalee-neeraj-udhwani-dil-toh-bachcha-hai-ji-mere-dad-ki-maruti-bollywood/articleshow/34880854.cms |access-date=2025-03-14 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> ''India Forums'' and ''[[India.com]]'' listed the short film among the Top 20 and Top 10 best short films, respectively.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Tisca Chopra's Chutney and 10 other Indian short films you should watch now! {{!}} India.com |url=https://www.india.com/entertainment/tisca-chopras-chutney-and-10-other-indian-short-films-you-should-watch-now-1676180/ |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=www.india.com |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=20 Short Films That Are Way Too Beautiful To Miss. {{!}} Bollywood |url=https://www.indiaforums.com/forum/bollywood/4545503/20-short-films-that-are-way-too-beautiful-to-miss |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=India Forums |language=en}}</ref>
2014 was a busy year for Kothare, with five releases. He starred in ''[[Hello Nandan]]'', a thriller about a man searching for a lost mobile number, which leads to life-altering discoveries.<ref>{{Cite web |title=हॅलो नंदन १४ मार्चपासून |url=https://marathi.indiatimes.com/entertainment/entertainment-news/hello-nandan-marathi-film/articleshow/31846846.cms |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=Maharashtra Times |language=mr}}</ref> ''The Times of India'' praised his performance, stating, "He is at ease in front of the camera and expresses the frustration, confusion and helplessness of Nandan with effortless ease."<ref>{{Cite news |title=Hello Nandan Movie Review |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movie-reviews/hello-nandan/movie-review/32018424.cms |access-date=2025-03-14 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> He then starred in [[Gajendra Ahire]]'s ''[[Anvatt]]'', playing a doctor alongside his wife, Urmila Kanetkar, in what marked their second and final collaboration. They portrayed a couple who decide to spend a year in a remote village to fulfill Vinay's late grandfather's wish.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Desk |first=Punemirror |date=2014-07-24 |title=The Unexplained |url=https://punemirror.com/entertainment/marathi-reviews/the-unexplained/cid5011367.htm |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=punemirror.com |language=en}}</ref> The film received critical acclaim, with their performances being particularly appreciated.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Shirke |first=Ullhas |date=2014-07-25 |title='Anvatt' challenges blind faith |url=https://marathimovieworld.com/review/anwatt-review.php#google_vignette |access-date=2025-03-14 |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2014-08-01 |title=Anvatt (Marathi) / Entertaining thriller |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/screen/anvatt-marathi-entertaining-thriller/ |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=The Indian Express |language=en}}</ref> Additionally, their on-screen kissing scene became a widely discussed topic, adding to the film's buzz.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Urmila Kanetakar kisses Adinath Kothare in 'Anvat' |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/videos/entertainment/regional/marathi/urmila-kanetakar-kisses-adinath-kothare-in-anvat/videoshow/38003215.cms |access-date=2025-03-16 |website=The Times of India |language=en}}</ref> He also played romantic leads in ''[[Ishq Wala Love]]'' and ''[[Premasathi Coming Suun]]'', both of which received mixed receptions.<ref>{{Cite news |title=Premasathi Coming Suun Movie Review |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movie-reviews/premasathi-coming-suun/movie-review/45501721.cms |access-date=2025-03-14 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> His final release of the year was the critically and commercially acclaimed Marathi drama ''[[Avatarachi Goshta]]'', where he portrayed an atheist engineering student who helps a young boy break free from his fantasy of avatars.<ref>{{Cite news |date=2017-01-13 |title=Adinath goes back to school |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/adinath-goes-back-to-school/articleshow/45573409.cms |access-date=2025-03-14 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2014-12-14 |title=Marathi Film Avatarachi Goshta launches its promotional song |url=https://www.apnnews.com/marathi-film-avatarachi-goshta-launches-its-promotional-song/ |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=APN News |language=en-US}}</ref> Keertikumar Kadam remarked, "Adinath looks cute and boyish and has delivered ably, what was expected from him, but he has been wasted in the first half. However, in the second half, director has given his character maximum scope."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Kadam |first=Keertikumar |date=2014-12-26 |title='Avtarachi Goshta' speaks about other side of faith |url=https://marathimovieworld.com/review/avatarachi-goshta-review.php |access-date=2025-03-14 |language=en-US}}</ref>
In 2015, he had a brief role in Ahire's period drama ''[[Nilkanth Master]]'', set during India's independence movement, where he played a revolutionary leader.<ref>{{Cite news |title=Nilkanth Master Movie Review |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movie-reviews/milkanth-master-marathi-movie-review/movie-review/48404036.cms |access-date=2025-03-14 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> The film premiered as the closing film at the [[International Film Festival of India]] but received mixed reviews upon release.<ref>{{Cite news |date=2017-01-13 |title=Goa film festival was a hit |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/goa-film-festival-was-a-hit/articleshow/48200941.cms |access-date=2025-03-14 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> He also appeared in [[Shrabani Deodhar]]'s ''[[Sata Lota Pan Sagla Khota]]''.<ref name=":4">{{Cite web |author=EDITORIAL Staff |date=2015-05-25 |title=विनोदी अंगाने तरुणाईला चिमटा घेणारा 'साटंलोटं...पण सगळं खोटं' |url=https://marathistars.com/news/a-comical-barb-at-the-youth-in-sata-lota-pan-sagla-khota/ |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=MarathiStars |language=en-US}}</ref> He made his television debut in the thrilling crime drama ''[[100 Days (2016 TV series)|100 Days]]'' on [[Zee Marathi]], starring alongside [[Tejaswini Pandit]] as a [[Sub-inspector|PSI]] officer investigating a woman's husband's murder.<ref>{{Cite web |author=EDITORIAL Staff |date=2016-10-24 |title=100 Days: The New Thriller On Zee Marathi! |url=https://marathistars.com/tv-serial/news-tv-serial/100-days-new-thriller-zee-marathi/ |access-date=2025-03-15 |website=MarathiStars |language=en-US}}</ref>
=== Directorial Debut and commercial success (2018–present) === After a three-year gap, Kothare returned in 2018 with a supporting role in ''[[Take Care Good Night]]'', a cybercrime thriller.<ref>{{Cite news |date=2018-03-16 |title=Adinath Kothare returns to silver screen after three years |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/adinath-kothare-returns-to-silver-screen-after-three-years/articleshow/63335746.cms |access-date=2025-03-14 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> Mihir Bhanage of ''The Times of India'' noted, "Kothare makes the most of his role but should’ve had more screen time."<ref>{{Cite news |title=TC.GN :Take Care Good Night Movie Review |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movie-reviews/tc-gn-take-care-good-night/movie-review/65622743.cms |access-date=2025-03-14 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref>
The year 2019 proved pivotal, he starred opposite [[Mrunmayee Deshpande]] in [[Madhuri Dixit]]'s maiden production ''[[15 August (2019 film)|15 August]].''<ref>{{Cite web |date=2019-02-27 |title=Madhuri Dixit-Produced Netflix Film, '15 August', Gets March Release Date |url=https://www.gadgets360.com/entertainment/news/netflix-india-15-august-madhuri-dixit-release-date-march-2019-1999383 |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=Gadgets 360 |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Hungama |first=Bollywood |date=2018-03-09 |title=Madhuri Dixit kicks off her first Marathi production 15th August : Bollywood News - Bollywood Hungama |website=[[Bollywood Hungama]] |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/madhuri-dixit-kicks-off-first-marathi-production-15th-august/ |access-date=2025-03-14 |language=en}}</ref> The same year, he made his directorial debut with ''[[Paani (film)|Paani]]'', a survival drama co-produced by [[Priyanka Chopra|Priyanka Chopra Jonas]]’ [[Purple Pebble Pictures]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Hungama |first=Bollywood |date=2018-05-15 |title=REVEALED: Priyanka Chopra to produce her next Marathi film on water scarcity : Bollywood News - Bollywood Hungama |website=[[Bollywood Hungama]] |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/revealed-priyanka-chopra-produce-next-marathi-film-water-scarcity/ |access-date=2025-03-14 |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=Adinath's directorial debut is a biopic - Times of India|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/adinath-kothare-director-debut/articleshow/51821834.cms|access-date=2021-06-29|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> The film, based on the true story of Hanumant Kendre, a man from drought-hit [[Nanded]] (played by Kothare himself), had been in development since 2014 and was filmed in 2016.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Desai |first=Nandini |date=2016-04-18 |title=Adinath Kothare turns director |url=https://marathistars.com/news/adinath-kothare-turns-director-with-paani/ |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=MarathiStars |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Exclusive: Actor, producer and now director Adinath Kothare talks about '83 and Paani {{!}} Filmfare.com |url=https://www.filmfare.com/interviews/exclusive-actor-producer-and-now-director-adinath-kothare-talks-about-83-and-paani-51407.html |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=www.filmfare.com |language=en}}</ref> Premiered at the [[New York Film Festival]] and screened at the [[National Film Archive of India]], ''Paani'' was highly acclaimed but underperformed theatrically.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Paani: Adinath Kothare At The NFAI For The Screening Of His National Award Winning Film {{!}} SpotboyE |url=https://www.spotboye.com/marathi/marathi-news/paani-adinath-kothare-at-the-nfai-for-the-screening-of-his-national-award-winning-film/5d8a2ff3c43f2f22b71d3b57 |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=www.spotboye.com |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=मेढे |first=जयदीप |date=2024-08-20 |title=सिनेइंडस्ट्रीतील तीन दिग्गज पहिल्यांदाच एकत्र, आदिनाथ कोठारेच्या दिग्दर्शनातील पहिल्या चित्रपटा |url=https://marathi.abplive.com/entertainment/paani-marathi-movie-release-date-announce-adinath-kothare-directorial-debut-film-paani-rajshri-entertainment-kothare-vision-private-limited-priyanka-chopra-1307004 |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=marathi.abplive.com |language=mr}}</ref> Siddhant Adlakha of ''[[Firstpost]]'' called it, "a nuanced character piece" and wrote, "Kothare commands both sides of the camera. Behind it, he crafts a masterful portrait of rural Nagdarwadi and its villagers, ...in front of it, Kothare plays a paragon of decency around whom his story pivots."<ref>{{Cite web |date=2019-06-03 |title=Paani movie review: This Priyanka Chopra-produced Marathi film is part 'message' drama, part oddball romance |url=https://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/paani-movie-review-this-priyanka-chopra-produced-marathi-film-is-part-message-drama-part-oddball-romance-6721031.html |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=Firstpost |language=en-us}}</ref> Nandini Ramnath for ''[[Scroll.in]]'' wrote, "Kothare is competent too as the home-grown hero who rouses the masses into performing a rare Marathwada miracle." while Kalpeshraj Kubal of ''The Times of India'' stated, "He is at his natural best here, portraying the struggle, determination and optimism through Hanumant's portrayal."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Ramnath |first=Nandini |date=2024-10-18 |title='Paani' review: An engaging saga of a rare miracle in drought-prone Marathwada |url=https://scroll.in/reel/1074448/paani-review-an-engaging-saga-of-a-rare-miracle-in-drought-prone-marathwada |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=Scroll.in |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |title=Paani Movie Review : An inspiring story of a common man's uncommon struggle |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movie-reviews/paani/movie-review/114348495.cms |access-date=2025-03-14 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> The film and Kothare's work were honored with multiple awards, including the MaTa Sanman, [[Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar for Best Film|Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar]], and [[Filmfare Award for Best Director – Marathi|Filmfare Awards Marathi]] for Best Director. ''Paani'' also won the [[National Film Award for Best Film on Environment Conservation/Preservation|Best Film on Environment Conservation/Preservation]] at the [[66th National Film Awards]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=ZEE Chitra Gaurav Puraskar Paani : झी चित्र गौरव पुरस्कार सोहळ्यात पाणी ठरला अव्वल! |url=https://zeenews.india.com/marathi/photos/zee-chitra-gaurav-puraskar-aadinath-kothare-s-film-paani-wins-7-awards/887079 |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=Zee 24 taas |language=mr}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |date=2019-12-23 |title=66th National Film Awards: Addinath Kothare's 'Paani' wins the best film for environment conversation; WATCH |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/66th-national-film-awards-addinath-kothares-paani-wins-the-best-film-for-environment-conversation-watch/articleshow/72938943.cms |access-date=2025-03-14 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref>
In 2020, Kothare appeared in the romantic short film ''Shevanti'', which explored the journey of a couple through the phases of love—before and after marriage, and how their relationship evolves over time.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Shevanti: Deepti Devi And Addinath Kothare Starrer Romantic Shortfilm Coming Soon {{!}} SpotboyE |url=https://www.spotboye.com/marathi/marathi-news/shevanti-deepti-devi-and-addinath-kothare-starrer-romantic-shortfilm-coming-soon/5ef9cc0463a45629e5b6bc52 |access-date=2025-07-12 |website=www.spotboye.com |language=en}}</ref> The film garnered critical appreciation and was officially selected for the [[Asian Film Festival]], [[Mumbai International Film Festival]], and Siliguri Short Film Festival.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2020-07-03 |title=‘शेवंती’ नाते संबंध जपायला आणि जगायला शिकवणारी कथा |url=https://zeenews.india.com/marathi/entertainment/adinath-kothare-and-deepti-devi-starrer-shevanti-short-film-written-by-chandrashekhar-gokhale-and-director-by-nilesh-kunjir/526087 |access-date=2025-07-12 |website=Zee 24 taas |language=mr}}</ref> It also won the Best Short Film award at the Maac 24FPS International Animation Awards.<ref name=":10">{{Cite web |date=2020-06-30 |title=नात्यातील गुंता हळुवारपणे सोडवणारी 'शेवंती' |url=https://marathi.indiatimes.com/entertainment/entertainment-news/bollywood-news/deepti-devi-and-addinath-kothare-starrer-romantic-shortfilm-shevanti/articleshow/76810638.cms |access-date=2025-07-12 |website=Maharashtra Times |language=mr}}</ref> Kothare joined the ensemble cast of [[83 (film)|''83'']] (2021), [[Kabir Khan (director)|Kabir Khan]]’s biographical sports drama about India's historic cricket [[World cup|World Cup]] victory.<ref>{{Cite web |title='83': Ranveer Singh introduces Adinath Kothare as Dilip Vengsarkar |url=https://www.aninews.in/news/entertainment/bollywood/83-ranveer-singh-introduces-adinath-kothare-as-dilip-vengsarkar20200121124533/ |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=ANI News |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2019-03-31 |title=83: Marathi actor Adinath Kothare to play Dilip Vengsarkar in Ranveer Singh's upcoming sports drama |url=https://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/83-marathi-actor-adinath-kothare-to-play-dilip-vengsarkar-in-ranveer-singhs-upcoming-sports-drama-6360811.html |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=Firstpost |language=en-us}}</ref> He portrayed a stylish right-handed batsman and one of India's most successful players of the 1980s, [[Dilip Vengsarkar]], who missed the latter half of the tournament due to an injury sustained during the [[1983 Cricket World Cup]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=2021-12-25 |title=What Dilip Vengsarkar told Adinath Kothare about his 83 injury during match with West Indies: 'I just wanted to…' |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/adinath-kothare-bag-dilip-vengsarkar-role-in-83-film-ranveer-singh-kabir-khan-7688321/ |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=The Indian Express |language=en}}</ref> Despite critical acclaim, the film underperformed at the Indian box office.<ref>{{Cite news |date=2021-12-24 |title='83: FIVE reasons why you should not miss Kabir Khan's sports drama starring Ranveer Singh |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/83-five-reasons-why-you-should-not-miss-kabir-khans-sports-drama-starring-ranveer-singh/photostory/88444588.cms |access-date=2025-03-14 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref>
In 2022, Kothare portrayed a charismatic politician in [[Prasad Oak]]'s musical romantic drama ''[[Chandramukhi (2022 film)|Chandramukhi]]'' opposite [[Amruta Khanvilkar]]. The film was based on [[Vishwas Patil|Vishwas Patil's]] novel of the same name.<ref>{{Cite web |last=टीम |first=एबीपी माझा वेब |date=2022-03-16 |title='चंद्रमुखी' मधील 'दौलत' साकारणार आदिनाथ कोठारे; रूबाबदार लूक चर्चेत |url=https://marathi.abplive.com/entertainment/adinath-kothare-will-play-daulat-role-in-chandramukhi-movie-1041896 |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=marathi.abplive.com |language=mr}}</ref> To prepare for the role, he underwent rigorous training to perfect his body language and mannerisms, even turning down three other projects.<ref>{{Cite web |last=CineBlitz |first=Team |date=2022-03-16 |title=Adinath Kothare to play a dreamy politician in 'Chandramukhi' |url=https://cineblitz.in/news-gossip/adinath-kothare-to-play-a-dreamy-politician-in-chandramukhi/ |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=CineBlitz |language=en-US}}</ref><ref name=":5">{{Cite news |date=2022-03-28 |title=EXCLUSIVE! Addinath Kothare as Daulat Deshmane in Chandramukhi |work=The Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/exclusive-addinath-kothare-as-daulat-deshmane-in-chandramukhi/articleshow/90225122.cms |access-date=2023-07-22 |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> Critics praised his performance, with Mihir Bhanage of ''The Times of India'' stating that he "fits the part and channels the 'macho persona with a heart of gold' character well."<ref>{{Cite web |title=Chandramukhi Movie Review: A decent love story which could have been a better political drama |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movie-reviews/chandramukhi/amp_movie_review/91177509.cms |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=timesofindia.indiatimes.com}}</ref> [[The Week (Indian magazine)|''The Week'']] noted, "it is hard to shake off Adinath Kothare's shrewd politician persona which makes a hard impact. He embodies flamboyance and charisma with elan."<ref>{{Cite web |title=Ace performances, stellar cast, epic dialogues: Audiences applaud the magnum opus drama 'Chandramukhi' |url=https://www.theweek.in/news/entertainment/2022/05/05/Ace-performances-stellar-cast-epic-dialogues-Audiences-applaud-the-magnum-opus-drama-chandramukhi.html |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=The Week |language=en}}</ref> The film was a commercial success, grossing {{INRConvert|24|c}} at the worldwide box office, making it [[List of Marathi films of 2022|the fourth highest-grossing Marathi film of 2022]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Kaushal |first=Sweta |title=Marathi Cinema: Planet Marathi, Everest Entertainment Lead Industry To Steady Growth |url=https://www.forbes.com/sites/swetakaushal/2023/05/08/marathi-cinema-planet-m-everest-entertainment-lead-industry-to-steady-growth/ |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=Forbes |language=en}}</ref> He earned nominations at [[Fakt Marathi Cine Sanman for Best Actor in a Lead Role|Fakt Marathi Cine Sanman]], [[MFK Award for Favourite Actor|Maharashtracha Favourite Kon?]] and his first [[Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Marathi|Filmfare Marathi]] nomination for Best Actor.<ref name=":6">{{Cite web |title=Nominations announced for the Planet Marathi presents Filmfare Awards Marathi 2022 {{!}} Filmfare.com |url=https://www.filmfare.com/features/nominations-announced-for-the-planet-marathi-filmfare-awards-marathi-2022_-57599.html |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=www.filmfare.com |language=en}}</ref>
He reunited with Dixit's production house once more for the 2024 horror-comedy ''[[Panchak]]'', featured an ensemble cast that included [[Dilip Prabhavalkar]], [[Bharati Achrekar]], Anand Ingale and [[Tejashri Pradhan]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=डेस्क |first=एबीपी माझा एंटरटेनमेंट |date=2023-11-03 |title=माधुरी दीक्षितच्या मराठी सिनेमात 'हे' कलाकार दिसणार मुख्य भूमिकेत |url=https://marathi.abplive.com/entertainment/bollywood/madhuri-dixit-marathi-movie-dhak-dhak-girl-madhuri-dixit-announce-new-marathi-movie-panchak-with-husband-shriram-nene-know-about-movie-release-date-starcast-film-details-actress-entertainment-1225017 |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=marathi.abplive.com |language=mr}}</ref> The film revolves around a family struggling with superstitions and the fear of death.<ref>{{Cite web |last=More |first=Priya |date=2023-12-21 |title=Panchak Movie: आदिनाथ कोठारेने उघड केली 'पंचक'ची मिस्ट्री, चित्रपटाच्या नावाचा काय आहे अर्थ? |url=https://saamtv.esakal.com/entertainment/marathi-actor-adinath-kothare-and-dipti-devi-explain-what-is-meaning-of-movie-panchak-pvm91 |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=Marathi News Saam TV |language=mr}}</ref> ''Panchak'' premiered at the [[Pune International Film Festival]] before its theatrical release.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Dolare |first=Rahul |date=2023-01-23 |title=Seven films shortlisted in Marathi competition section for 21st Pune International Film Festival |url=https://www.punekarnews.in/seven-films-shortlisted-in-marathi-competition-section-for-21st-pune-international-film-festival/ |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=Punekar News |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |date=2023-10-25 |title=Madhuri Dixit Nene's 'Panchak' gets a standing ovation at the film festival; set to release on 5th January 2024 |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/madhuri-dixit-nenes-panchak-gets-a-standing-ovation-at-the-film-festival-set-to-release-on-5th-january-2024/articleshow/104690170.cms?from=mdr |access-date=2025-03-14 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> The film earned {{INRConvert|4.19|c}} at the box office, achieving moderate commercial success.<ref>{{Cite web |title=जोरदार प्रमोशन, पण कमाई मात्र नाहीच; माधुरी दीक्षितच्या 'पंचक'नं पाच दिवसात कमावले फक्त... |url=https://marathi.indiatimes.com/entertainment/entertainment-news/box-office-collections/madhuri-dixit-and-shriram-nene-marathi-movie-panchak-movie-box-office-collection/articleshow/106696475.cms |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=Maharashtra Times |language=mr}}</ref> Critics praised Kothare's performance, with Keyur Seta for ''The Common Man Speaks'' noting, "Kothare is thoroughly impressive as a firm but affectionate Madhav."<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-01-07 |title=Panchak (Marathi movie) Review |url=https://thecommonmanspeaks.com/panchak-marathi-movie-review/ |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=The Common Man Speaks |language=en-US}}</ref> His second release of the year, ''[[Shaktiman (2024 film)|Shaktiman]]'', directed by Prakash Kunte, was a family drama centered on a couple navigating personal challenges.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.lokmat.com/filmy/marathi-cinema/spruha-joshi-and-adinath-kothare-new-marathi-movie-shaktiman-will-release-in-24-may-a-a971/ |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=www.lokmat.com |title="बाबा, तू होऊ शकतो सुपरहीरो?", 'शक्तिमान' सिनेमातून आदिनाथ कोठारे-स्पृहा जोशी प्रेक्षकांच्या भेटीला |date=10 May 2024 }}</ref> ''The Times of India'' critic Kalpeshraj Kubal remarked that the film rested on Kothare's shoulders, adding, "He delivers a relatable performance but the makers seem to have gotten carried away while trying to bring all the focus to his character."<ref>{{Cite news |title=Shaktiman Movie Review : Heartfelt, but predictable |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movie-reviews/shaktiman/movie-review/110423211.cms |access-date=2025-03-14 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> Kothare was nominated at the Aaryans Awards for Best Actor and Best Singer Male.<ref>{{Cite web |title='आर्यन सन्मानासाठी' कलाकृती पाठविण्याचे आवाहन |url=https://www.mahamtb.com/Encyc/2024/8/22/Aryan-sanman.html |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=www.mahamtb.com |language=mr}}</ref>
Beyond films, Kothare played an inspector in [[Rohan Sippy]]’s legal drama series ''[[Criminal Justice: Adhura Sach]]'' (2022), and a strong-willed politician in ''[[City of Dreams (TV series)|City of Dreams – Season 2]]'' (2023), directed by [[Nagesh Kukunoor]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Hungama |first=Bollywood |date=2021-08-09 |title=EXCLUSIVE: “Nagesh Kukunoor has pulled-off one of the finest scripts I think in web series”- Adinath Kothare talks about City Of Dreams season 2 2 : Bollywood News - Bollywood Hungama |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/features/exclusive-nagesh-kukunoor-pulled-off-one-finest-scripts-think-web-series-addinath-kothare-talks-city-dreams-season-2/ |access-date=2025-03-15 |language=en}}</ref> His performance in ''City of Dreams'' was met with acclaim, with both critics and audiences appreciating his screen presence and conviction.<ref>{{Cite web |title=City Of Dreams 2: Priya Bapat, Siddharth Chandekar And Addinath Kothare Starrer Web Series Crosses 7.6 Million Viewers In 10 Days {{!}} SpotboyE |url=https://www.spotboye.com/marathi/marathi-news/city-of-dreams-2-priya-bapat-siddharth-chandekar-and-addinath-kothare-starrer-web-series-crosses-7-6-million-viewers-in-10-days/6113954cc22b2417f3f9434e |access-date=2025-03-15 |website=www.spotboye.com |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |title=City Of Dreams Season 2 Review : A political thriller that's grander in scale, but not in its impact |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/web-series/reviews/hindi/city-of-dreams/season-2/seasonreview/84641864.cms |access-date=2025-03-15 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref>
Continuing his momentum, 2025 brought several noteworthy appearances, he starred as an [[Assistant commissioner of police|ACP]] in ''[[Crime Beat]]'', a drama centered on investigative journalism and crime reporting, inspired by Somnath Batabyal's 2013 novel ''The Price You Pay''.<ref name=":11">{{Cite web |date=2025-03-16 |title=Crime Beat's Adinath Kothare Opens Up About Struggling With Delhi Accent: Watched Kapil Sharma's Show - EXCL |url=https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/web-series/crime-beat-adinath-kothare-opens-up-about-struggling-with-delhi-accent-watched-kapil-sharma-show-exclusive-article-119056356 |access-date=2025-07-12 |website=Times Now |language=en}}</ref> Sumit Rajguru of ''[[Times Now]]'' praised his performance, writing, "Kothare looks convincing in the role of an emotionally charged cop. His sincere performance touches your heart."<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-02-21 |title=Crime Beat Review: Saqib Saleem-Saba Azad’s Show Is Lousy Representation Of Investigative Journalism |url=https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/reviews/crime-beat-review-saqib-saleem-saba-azad-show-is-lousy-representation-of-investigative-journalism-review-118418067 |access-date=2025-07-12 |website=Times Now |language=en}}</ref> He also made a brief but memorable appearance in [[Netflix]]’s ''[[The Royals (2025 TV series)|The Royals]]'' as a calculating money man, a role that drew positive attention.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-05-09 |title=The Royals review: Ishaan Khatter, Bhumi Pednekar series struggles for air under all that costumery |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/web-series/the-royals-review-ishaan-khatter-bhumi-pednekar-series-struggles-for-air-under-all-that-costumery-9992646/ |access-date=2025-07-12 |website=The Indian Express |language=en}}</ref> Also in that year, Kothare took on the spiritually significant role of [[Namdev|Sant Namdev]], widely known for his devotional [[Abhang|abhangas]] in [[Digpal Lanjekar]]’s historical film ''[[Sant Dnyaneshwaranchi Muktai]]'', where portrayal was well received and noted for its quiet depth and sincerity.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Bhingarde |first=Santosh |date=2025-04-19 |title=Sant Dnyaneshwaranchi Muktaai review: माऊली आणि त्यांच्या भावंडांची भक्तीमय गाथा; कसा आहे 'संत ज्ञानेश्वरांची मुक्ताई' चित्रपट? |url=https://www.esakal.com/premier/sant-dnyaneshwaranchi-muktaai-movie-review-mauli-story-psn14 |access-date=2025-07-12 |website=Marathi News Esakal |language=Mr}}</ref>
== Other works and media image == Apart from his work in films and television, Kothare has also gained recognition for his style and public presence.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2019-01-23 |title=Maharashtra's Most Desirable Men 2018 |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/times-poll-2018/pune-times-most-desirable-men |access-date=2022-06-14 |work=[[The Times of India]]}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |date=2019-07-06 |title=Adinath Kothare flaunts his hot beach bod and social media can't keep calm! |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/adinath-kothare-flaunts-his-hot-beach-bod-and-social-media-cant-keep-calm/articleshow/70105047.cms |access-date=2025-03-16 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> He appeared in ''[[The Times of India]]''<nowiki/>'s "Most Desirable Men of Maharashtra" list for four consecutive years, from 2017 to 2020, solidifying his status as a popular and influential personality.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2018-03-06 |title=Maharashtra's Most Desirable Men 2017 |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/times-poll-2017/pune-times-most-desirable-men |access-date=2022-06-14 |work=[[The Times of India]]}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2020-02-29 |title=Make way for Maharashtra's Most Desirable men of 2019 |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/make-way-for-maharashtras-most-desirable-men-of-2019/articleshow/74402558.cms |access-date=2022-06-14 |work=[[The Times of India]]}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2021-06-03 |title=Make Way For The Most Desirable Men Of Maharashtra 2020 |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/make-way-for-the-most-desirable-men-of-maharashtra/etphotostory/83193350.cms |access-date=2022-06-14 |work=[[The Times of India]]}}</ref> In 2022, he walked as the showstopper for Shruti Mangaaysh at Pune Times Fashion Week, sharing the runway with [[Amruta Khanvilkar]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Pune Times Fashion Week 2022: Day 3 - Shruti Mangaaysh |url=https://photogallery.indiatimes.com/fashion/indian-shows/pune-times-fashion-week-2022-day-3-shruti-mangaaysh/articleshow/90628619.cms |access-date=2025-03-16 |website=photogallery.indiatimes.com}}</ref>
=== Production === In 2008, Mahesh Kothare and Adinath Kothare established their production company, [[Kothare Vision|Kothare & Kothare Vision]], now known as Kothare Vision Pvt. Ltd. Their first production under this banner was the film ''[[Full 3 Dhamaal]].''<ref>{{Cite web |title=Full 3 Dhamaal |url=https://www.tvguide.com/movies/full-3-dhamaal/cast/2000308153/ |access-date=2025-03-16 |website=TVGuide.com |language=en}}</ref> Before this, Mahesh Kothare had successfully produced films under the banner Jenma Films International, many of which he also directed, with some being distributed by Adinath Films Distributors.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Dhumdhadaka (1985) |url=https://indiancine.ma/ZQF/info |access-date=2025-03-16 |website=Indiancine.ma}}</ref> Kothare Vision later expanded into television production, beginning with the Marathi daily soap ''[[Man Udhan Varyache]]'' for [[Star Pravah]]. Their mythological series ''[[Jai Malhar]]'' for [[Zee Marathi]] became a milestone, breaking several TRP records.<ref name=":9">{{Cite web |title=कोठारे व्हिजन्सचा पौराणिक मालिकांकडेच कल का? आदिनाथनेच सांगितलं नेमकं कारण |url=https://marathi.indiatimes.com/entertainment/entertainment-news/bollywood-news/adinath-kothare-share-why-kothare-vision-makes-mythological-serials-more-than-others/articleshow/103544508.cms |access-date=2025-03-16 |website=Maharashtra Times |language=mr}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |date=2014-12-21 |title=Adinath's cheerful selfie for Jai Malhar |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/marathi/adinaths-cheerful-selfie-for-jai-malhar/articleshow/45374049.cms |access-date=2025-03-16 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> The production house continued to back successful mythological shows, including ''[[Vithu Mauli]]'' (2017–2020) and ''Ude Ga Ambe'' (2024). Among their other successful productions, the fantasy drama ''[[Sukh Mhanje Nakki Kay Asta!]]'' became one of the longest-running shows on the channel.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-12-23 |title=१२६१ भाग, ४ वर्षांचा प्रवास; 'स्टार प्रवाह'ची 'ही' लोकप्रिय मालिका संपली! सेटवर 'असं' पार पडलं सेलिब्रेशन, कलाकार झाले भावुक |url=https://www.loksatta.com/manoranjan/television/star-pravah-sukh-mhanje-nakki-kay-asta-serial-off-air-last-celebration-on-the-set-video-viral-softnews-sva-00-4784245/ |access-date=2025-03-16 |website=Loksatta |language=mr}}</ref> In May 2022, the company also introduced a new banner, Storyteller’s Nook Pvt. Ltd., aimed at nurturing fresh and original storytelling ideas for a wider audience, under which it has also ventured into advertising and digital content, including the SonyLIV series ''Manvat Murders'' (2024).<ref>{{Cite news |date=2024-09-04 |title='Manvat Murders' to stream on OTT next month |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/web-series/news/marathi/manvat-murders-to-stream-on-ott-next-month/articleshow/113056781.cms |access-date=2026-03-19 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref>
==Personal life== Kothare met actress [[Urmilla Kothare|Urmila Kanetkar]] in the mid-2010s when she visited his home to meet his father, who was set to direct the Marathi film ''Shubhamangal Savdhan'' and wanted her to make her debut in the industry.<ref>{{Cite web |last=author/online-lokmat |date=2022-05-04 |title=उर्मिला कानेटकर-कोठारे आणि आदिनाथ कोठारेची हटके 'प्यारवाली लव्हस्टोरी'!, जाणून घ्या याबद्दल |url=https://www.lokmat.com/filmy/marathi-cinema/urmila-kanetkar-kothare-and-adinath-kothares-loving-love-story-learn-about-it-a603/ |access-date=2025-03-16 |website=Lokmat |language=mr}}</ref> He was working as an assistant director on the film when they started dating.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Story about Marriage of Urmilla and Adinath Kothare |url=https://divyamarathi.bhaskar.com/news/BOL-MB-story-about-marriage-of-urmila-and-adinath-kothare-5668039-PHO.html }}</ref> After a few years of dating, they got married in 2011.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2021-11-13 |title=पहिल्याच भेटीत आदिनाथ पडला होता उर्मिलाच्या प्रेमात... वाचा काय आहे स्टोरी |url=https://www.mensxp.com/marathi/entertainment/marathi-movies/96251-adinath-kothare-biography-in-marathi.html |access-date=2025-03-16 |website=MensXP |language=mr-IN}}</ref> In January 2018, the couple welcomed their daughter, Jiza Kothare.<ref>{{Cite news |date=2018-03-19 |title=Here's what Urmila and Adinath have named their newborn daughter |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/marathi/heres-what-urmila-and-adinath-have-named-their-newborn-daughter/articleshow/63367844.cms |access-date=2025-03-16 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=आदिनाथ-उर्मिलाच्या बाळाचं आहे 'हे' नाव! |url=https://marathi.indiatimes.com/photogallery/entertainment/naming-ceremony-of-actor-adinath-kothare-and-actress-urmila-kothare/photoshow/msid-63365811,picid-63365844.cms |access-date=2025-03-16 |website=Maharashtra Times |language=mr}}</ref> Their married life has frequently caught media attention, with fans and tabloids following their journey; with speculations surrounding their separation.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Marathi |first=TV9 |date=2023-03-12 |title=Urmila Kothare {{!}} .. तर दुसरं प्रेम शोधायचं ; घटस्फोटाच्या चर्चांदरम्यान उर्मिला कोठारेचं वक्तव्य चर्चेत |url=https://www.tv9marathi.com/entertainment/urmila-kothare-talks-about-love-amid-divorce-rumours-with-husband-adinath-kothare-au163-888704.html |access-date=2025-11-24 |website=TV9 Marathi |language=mr}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2022-05-14 |title=उर्मिला-आदिनाथमध्ये खरंच बिनसलंय? अभिनेत्याने स्वतः केला खुलासा |url=https://lokmat.news18.com/entertainment/marathi-actor-adinath-kothare-react-on-wife-urmila-kanitkar-and-his-bond-mhad-702499.html |access-date=2025-03-16 |website=News18 लोकमत |language=mr}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |date=2022-05-04 |title=Trouble in Addinath and Urmila Kothare's paradise? |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/trouble-in-addinath-and-urmila-kothares-paradise/articleshow/91319544.cms |access-date=2025-03-16 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref>
==Filmography== ===Films=== {| class="wikitable"
! Year ! Title !! Role !Language!! Actor !Director!! Producer !! Assistant director !Notes !Ref. |- | 1994 | ''[[Majha Chakula]]'' || Adinath (Chakula) | [[Marathi language|Marathi]]|| {{Yes}} | {{No}}|| {{No}}|| {{No}} |Child actor |<ref name=":2" /> |- | 2003 | ''[[Chimani Pakhar]]'' || | Marathi|| {{No}} | {{No}}|| {{No}}|| {{Yes}} | |{{Citation needed|date=February 2026}} |- | 2004 | ''[[Pachadlela]]'' || | Marathi|| {{No}} | {{No}}|| {{No}}|| {{Yes}} | |{{Citation needed|date=February 2026}} |- | 2006 | ''[[Khabardar (film)|Khabardar]]'' || | Marathi|| {{No}} | {{No}}|| {{No}}|| {{Yes}} | |{{Citation needed|date=February 2026}} |- | 2008 | ''[[Full 3 Dhamaal]]'' || | Marathi|| {{No}} | {{No}}|| {{yes}} || {{No}} | |{{Citation needed|date=February 2026}} |- | 2010 | ''Ved Lavi Jeeva'' || Jagdish (Jaggu) | Marathi|| {{yes}} | {{No}}|| {{No}}|| {{No}} | |{{Citation needed|date=February 2026}} |- | rowspan="2" | 2011 | ''Stand By'' || Rahul Narvekar | Marathi|| {{yes}} | {{No}}|| {{No}}|| {{No}} | |<ref>{{Cite web |date=2011-08-08 |title=Standby |url=https://www.koimoi.com/movie/standby/ |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=Koimoi |language=en-US}}</ref> |- | ''Dubhang'' || Rohan Jadhav | Marathi|| {{yes}} | {{No}}|| {{No}}|| {{No}} | |<ref name=":3" /> |- | 2012 | ''Satrangi Re'' || Rego | Marathi|| {{yes}} | {{No}}|| {{No}}|| {{No}} | |<ref>{{Cite web |last=Editorial |first=M. M. W. |date=2015-01-01 |title=Satrangi Re |url=https://marathimovieworld.com/moviedetail/satrangi-re.php |access-date=2025-03-14 |language=en-US}}</ref> |- | rowspan="2" | 2013 | ''[[Zapatlela 2]]'' || [[Zapatlela (film series)#Aditya Bolke|Aditya Bolke]] | Marathi|| {{yes}} | {{No}}|| {{yes}} || {{No}} | |<ref>{{Cite web |date=2015-09-24 |title=Fun has three dimensions now! {{!}} Sakal Times |url=http://www.sakaaltimes.com/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsId=4829844957560003148 |access-date=2025-03-14 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150924093719/http://www.sakaaltimes.com/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsId=4829844957560003148 |archive-date=24 September 2015 }}</ref> |- |''Rewind'' |Anurag |[[Hindi]] | {{yes}} | {{no}} | {{no}} | {{no}} | Short film |<ref>{{Cite news |date=2017-01-13 |title=Mere Dad Ki Maruti writer directs Adinath-Sonalee |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/mere-dad-ki-maruti-zapatlela-2-adinath-kothare-sonalee-rewind-neeraj-udhwani-dil-toh-bachcha-hai-ji-mumbai-unbreakable/articleshow/35014773.cms |access-date=2025-03-14 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> |- | rowspan="6" | 2014 | ''[[Hello Nandan]]'' || Nandan | Marathi|| {{yes}} | {{No}}|| {{No}}|| {{No}} | |<ref>{{Cite web |title='हॅलो नंदन'घालणार तरुणाईला भुरळ |url=https://marathi.indiatimes.com/entertainment/entertainment-news/hallo-nandan-film-marathi/articleshow/31614574.cms |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=Maharashtra Times |language=mr}}</ref> |- | ''[[Anvatt]]''|| Dr. Vinay | Marathi|| {{yes}} | {{No}}|| {{No}}|| {{No}} | |<ref>{{Cite web |date=2014-07-25 |title=Expect the unexpected |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/screen/expect-the-unexpected/ |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=The Indian Express |language=en}}</ref> |- | ''[[Ishq Wala Love]]''|| Ajinkya | Marathi|| {{yes}} | {{No}}|| {{No}}|| {{No}} | |<ref>{{Cite web |date=2014-09-12 |title=Trailer launch of Ishq Wala Love |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/screen/trailer-launch-of-ishq-wala-love/ |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=The Indian Express |language=en}}</ref> |- | ''[[Premasathi Coming Suun]]''|| Aditya | Marathi|| {{yes}} | {{No}}|| {{No}}|| {{No}} | |<ref>{{Cite news |date=2017-01-13 |title=Romancing Adinath was not difficult at all: Neha |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/romancing-adinath-was-not-difficult-at-all-neha/articleshow/45248626.cms |access-date=2025-03-14 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> |- |''The Judgement Day'' |Rohit Muzumdar |Marathi | {{yes}} | {{no}} | {{no}} | {{no}} |Short film | |- | ''[[Avatarachi Goshta]]''|| Amod | Marathi|| {{yes}} | {{No}}|| {{No}}|| {{No}} | |<ref>{{Cite web |title=Avatarchi Goshta: Song launch |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/videos/entertainment/regional/marathi/avatarchi-goshta-song-launch/videoshow/45523472.cms |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=The Times of India |language=en}}</ref> |- | rowspan="2" | 2015 | ''[[Sata Lota Pan Sagla Khota]]''|| Jayvardhan | Marathi|| {{yes}} | {{No}}|| {{No}}|| {{No}} | |<ref name=":4" /> |- | ''[[Nilkanth Master]]''|| Vyankatesh | Marathi|| {{yes}} | {{No}}|| {{No}}|| {{No}} | |<ref>{{Cite web |date=2015-07-21 |title='Nilkanth Master' to release on August 7 |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/regional/nilkanth-master-to-release-on-august-7/ |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=The Indian Express |language=en}}</ref> |- | rowspan="2" |2018 |''[[Take Care Good Night]]'' |Gautam |Marathi |{{Yes}} |{{No}} |{{No}} |{{No}} | |<ref>{{Cite web |title=TC.GN Take Care Good Night - Official Trailer |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/videos/entertainment/regional/marathi/tcgn-take-care-good-night-official-trailer/videoshow/65719857.cms |access-date=2025-03-14 |website=The Times of India |language=en}}</ref> |- |''Perspective'' | | - |{{yes}} |{{yes}} |{{yes}} |{{No}} |Short film | |- | rowspan="2" |2019 |''[[15 August (2019 film)|15th August]]'' |Amit Inamdar |Marathi |{{Yes}} |{{No}} |{{No}} |{{No}} | |<ref>{{Cite web |date=2019-03-28 |title=15 August review: This Netflix film is a timely, eccentric exploration of the meaning of 'freedom' |url=https://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/15-august-review-this-netflix-film-is-a-timely-eccentric-exploration-of-the-meaning-of-freedom-6344931.html |access-date=2023-07-22 |website=Firstpost |language=en}}</ref> |- |''[[Paani (film)|Paani]]'' |Hanumant Kendre |Marathi |{{Yes}} |{{Yes}} |{{No}} |{{No}} |Also lyricist | <ref>{{cite web |title=Paani Movie (2024): Cast, Trailer, OTT, Songs, Release Date {{!}} पाणी {{!}} Exclusive 2024 - Rang Marathi |url=https://rangmarathi.com/paani-movie/ |website=Rang Marathi |access-date=20 August 2024 |date=20 August 2024}}</ref> |- |2020 |''Shevanti'' |Rohan |Marathi |{{Yes}} |{{No}} |{{No}} |{{No}} |Short film |<ref name=":10">{{Cite web |date=2020-06-30 |title=नात्यातील गुंता हळुवारपणे सोडवणारी 'शेवंती' |url=https://marathi.indiatimes.com/entertainment/entertainment-news/bollywood-news/deepti-devi-and-addinath-kothare-starrer-romantic-shortfilm-shevanti/articleshow/76810638.cms |access-date=2025-07-12 |website=Maharashtra Times |language=mr}}</ref> |- |2021 |''[[83 (film)|83]]''||[[Dilip Vengsarkar]] | Hindi | {{yes}} | {{No}} | {{No}} | {{No}} | |<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |date=30 March 2019 |title=Adinath Kothare to portray Dilip Vengsarkar in Kabir Khan's 83 |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/adinath-kothare-to-portray-dilip-vengsarkar-in-kabir-khan-83-5650031/ |access-date=2021-06-29 |website=The Indian Express |language=en}}</ref> |- |2022 |''[[Chandramukhi (2022 film)|Chandramukhi]]'' |Daulat Deshmane |Marathi |{{Yes}} |{{No}} |{{No}} |{{No}} | |<ref name=":5">{{Cite news |date=2022-03-28 |title=EXCLUSIVE! Addinath Kothare as Daulat Deshmane in Chandramukhi |work=The Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/exclusive-addinath-kothare-as-daulat-deshmane-in-chandramukhi/articleshow/90225122.cms |access-date=2023-07-22 |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> |- |2023 |''[[Shastry Viruddh Shastry]]'' |Jayesh Dave |Hindi |{{Yes}} |{{No}} |{{No}} |{{No}} | |<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-11-09 |title=Shastry Viruddh Shastry: Not Shiv Panditt but Shahid Kapoor & Ayushmann Khurrana were first choices for the film? |url=https://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/shastry-viruddh-shastry-not-shiv-panditt-but-shahid-kapoor-ayushmann-khurrana-were-first-choices-for-the-film-13367642.html |access-date=2025-07-12 |website=Firstpost |language=en-us}}</ref> |- | rowspan="2" |2024 |''[[Panchak]]'' |Madhav Khot |Marathi |{{Yes}} |{{No}} |{{No}} |{{No}} | |<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-10-24 |title=Video: दसऱ्याच्या मुहूर्तावर माधुरी दीक्षितने केली तिच्या नव्या मराठी चित्रपटाची घोषणा, प्रदर्शनाची तारीख शेअर करत म्हणाली… |url=https://www.loksatta.com/manoranjan/marathi-cinema/actress-madhuri-dixit-and-her-husband-shriram-nene-announce-their-second-marathi-film-panchak-rnv-99-4007325/ |access-date=2023-11-14 |website=Loksatta |language=mr}}</ref> |- |''[[Shaktiman (2024 film)|Shaktimaan]]'' |Siddharth |Marathi |{{Yes}} |{{No}} |{{No}} |{{No}} | | <ref>{{cite web |title=Shaktimaan Movie (2024): Cast, Trailer, OTT, Songs, Release Date {{!}} Shaktiman Marathi Movie {{!}} शक्तिमान {{!}} Exclusive 2024 - Rang Marathi |url=https://rangmarathi.com/shaktimaan-movie/ |website=Rang Marathi |access-date=16 May 2024 |date=15 May 2024}}</ref> |- |2025 |''[[Sant Dnyaneshwaranchi Muktai]]'' |[[Namdev|Sant Namdev]] |Marathi |{{Yes}} |{{No}} |{{No}} |{{No}} | |<ref>{{cite web |title=Muktaai Movie (2024): Cast, Trailer, OTT, Songs, Release Date {{!}} Sant Dnyaneshwaranchi Muktaai {{!}} संत ज्ञानेश्वरांची मुक्ताई {{!}} Exclusive 2024 - Rang Marathi |url=https://rangmarathi.com/muktaai-movie/ |website=Rang Marathi |access-date=22 June 2024 |date=30 January 2024}}</ref> |- |2026 |{{Pending film|Ramayana: Part 1}} |[[Bharata (Ramayana)|Bharata]] |Hindi |{{Yes}} |{{No}} |{{No}} |{{No}} | |<ref>{{Cite news |title=Popular Marathi actor Adinath Kothare is all set to feature in 'Ramayan' opposite Ranbir Kapoor as lord Ram's brother Bharat |url=https://www.moneycontrol.com/entertainment/popular-marathi-actor-adinath-kothare-is-all-set-to-feature-in-ramayan-opposite-ranbir-kapoor-as-lord-rams-brother-bharat-article-12542261.html/amp |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240402150215/https://www.moneycontrol.com/entertainment/popular-marathi-actor-adinath-kothare-is-all-set-to-feature-in-ramayan-opposite-ranbir-kapoor-as-lord-rams-brother-bharat-article-12542261.html/amp |archive-date=2 April 2024 |access-date=2025-02-03 |work=Moneycontrol }}</ref> |- |{{TableTBA}} |{{Pending film|Bena}} |{{TableTBA}} |Marathi |{{Yes}} |{{No}} |{{No}} |{{No}} | |<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-02-03 |title=आदिनाथ कोठारे नव्या भूमिकेतून लवकरच प्रेक्षकांच्या भेटीला; फोटो पोस्ट करत सांगितलं चित्रपटाचं नाव |url=https://www.loksatta.com/manoranjan/adinath-kothare-has-announced-his-new-and-upcoming-film-bena-photo-share-on-instagram-rsj-99-4866866/ |access-date=2025-02-03 |website=Loksatta |language=mr}}</ref> |- |{{TableTBA}} |{{Pending film|Zapatlela 3}} |{{TableTBA}} |Marathi |{{Yes}} |{{No}} |{{No}} |{{No}} | |<ref>{{Cite news |date=2024-04-17 |title=Mahesh Kothare's directorial 'Zapatlela 3' announced with a new poster featuring Addinath Kothare |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/mahesh-kothares-directorial-zapatlela-3-announced-with-a-new-poster-featuring-addinath-kothare/articleshow/109381375.cms |access-date=2025-07-12 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> |}
===Television=== {| class="wikitable" !Year !Title !Role !Channel !Actor !Producer !Ref. |- |2009–2011 |''[[Man Udhan Varyache]]'' | |[[Star Pravah]] |{{No}} |{{Yes}} |<ref name=":9" /> |- |2011 |''Anolkhi Disha'' | |Star Pravah |{{No}} |{{Yes}} | |- |2014–2017 |''[[Jai Malhar]]'' | |[[Zee Marathi]] |{{No}} |{{Yes}} |<ref>{{Cite web|title=Kothare celebrates his b'day with Jai Malhar team - Times of India|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/marathi/mahesh-kothare-celebrates-his-bday-with-jai-malhar-team/articleshow/49137532.cms|access-date=2021-06-29|website=The Times of India|date=28 September 2015 |language=en}}</ref> |- |2015–2017 |''[[Ganpati Bappa Morya]]'' | |[[Colors Marathi]] |{{No}} |{{Yes}} |<ref name=":9" /> |- |2016–2017 |''[[100 Days (2016 TV series)|100 Days]]'' |PSI Ajay Thakur |Zee Marathi |{{Yes}} |{{No}} |<ref>{{Cite web|title=Fans praise Adinath Kothare for 100 Days - Times of India|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/marathi/adinath-kothares-100-days-are-over/articleshow/57286814.cms|access-date=2021-06-29|website=The Times of India|date=22 February 2017 |language=en}}</ref> |- |2017–2020 |''[[Vithu Mauli]]'' | |Star Pravah |{{No}} |{{Yes}} |<ref>{{Cite web|title=Mahesh Kothare and Adinath Kothare is coming with new serial Vithu Mauli on Star Pravah|url=https://www.loksatta.com/manoranjan-news/mahesh-kothare-is-coming-with-new-serial-vithu-mauli-on-star-pravah-1575141/|access-date=2021-06-29|website=Loksatta}}</ref> |- |2019 |''Ek Hoti Rajkanya'' | |[[Sony Marathi]] |{{No}} |{{Yes}} |<ref>{{Cite web|title=Sony Marathi launches new show 'Ek Hoti Rajkanya'|url=https://www.mumbailive.com/en/television/sony-marathi-launches-new-show-ek-hoti-rajkanya-kiran-dhane-as-avani-33619|access-date=2021-06-29|website=Mumbai Live|language=en}}</ref> |- |2019–2020 |''Prem Poison Panga'' | |[[Zee Yuva]] |{{No}} |{{Yes}} |<ref>{{Cite web|title=Adinath Kothare's as producer new serial Prem Poison Panga {{!}} Lokmat.com|url=https://www.lokmat.com/television/adinath-kothares-producer-new-serial-prem-poison-panga/|access-date=2021-06-29|website=Lokmat|date=28 October 2019 |language=mr}}</ref> |- |2020–2024 |''[[Sukh Mhanje Nakki Kay Asta]]!'' | |Star Pravah |{{No}} |{{Yes}} |<ref>{{Cite web |last=मेढे |first=जयदीप |date=2024-12-22 |title='सुख म्हणजे नक्की काय असतं' घेणार प्रेक्षकांचा निरोप;शुटींगच्या शेवटच्या दिवशी कलाकार भावुक |url=https://marathi.abplive.com/entertainment/television/sukh-mhanje-nakki-kay-asta-star-pravah-marathi-serial-last-days-shooting-television-marathi-news-1334267 |access-date=2025-03-16 |website=marathi.abplive.com |language=mr}}</ref> |- |2020–2021 |''Dakkhancha Raja Jotiba'' | |Star Pravah |{{No}} |{{Yes}} |<ref>{{Cite web|title=Upcoming TV show Dakhhancha Raja Jyotiba to entertain Marathi audience soon - Times of India|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/marathi/upcoming-tv-show-dakhhancha-raja-jyotiba-to-entertain-marathi-audience-soon/articleshow/77720740.cms|access-date=2021-06-29|website=The Times of India|date=24 August 2020 |language=en}}</ref> |- |2021–2022 |''Aai Mayecha Kavach'' | |Colors Marathi |{{no}} |{{yes}} |<ref>{{Cite news |date=2021-12-05 |title=Bhargavi Chirmuley to play the lead role in new show 'Aai - Mayecha Kavach' |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/marathi/bhargavi-chirmuley-to-play-the-lead-role-in-new-show-aai-mayecha-kavach/articleshow/88102679.cms |access-date=2025-07-12 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> |- |2021 |''[[Pahile Na Mi Tula]]'' | |Zee Marathi |{{No}} |{{Yes}} |<ref>{{Citation|title='Pahile Na Me Tula' - 1 March 2021|url=https://www.facebook.com/addinathmkothare/videos/pahile-na-me-tula-1-march-2021/1393814784285988/|language=en|access-date=2021-06-29}}</ref> |- |2022 |''[[Criminal Justice: Adhura Sach]]'' |Inspector Prashant Waghmare |[[Disney+ Hotstar]] |{{yes}} |{{No}} |<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-05-17 |title=Criminal Justice: Pankaj Tripathi Returns As Madhav Mishra For New Season. Watch |url=https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/web-series/criminal-justice-pankaj-tripathi-returns-as-madhav-mishra-for-new-season-watch-article-110201263 |access-date=2025-03-15 |website=Times Now |language=en}}</ref> |- |2022–2024 |''[[Pinkicha Vijay Aso!]]'' | |Star Pravah |{{No}} |{{Yes}} |<ref>{{Cite web |last=मेढे |first=जयदीप |date=2024-05-23 |title=नव्या मालिकेसाठी 'स्टार प्रवाह'वरील 'ही' मालिका घेणार प्रेक्षकांचा निरोप, शेवट कसा असणार? |url=https://marathi.abplive.com/entertainment/television/marathi-serial-updates-marathi-serial-star-pravah-pinkicha-vijay-aso-goes-off-air-last-episode-telecast-on-26th-may-2024-1284323 |access-date=2025-03-16 |website=marathi.abplive.com |language=mr}}</ref> |- |2023 |''[[City of Dreams (TV series)|City of Dreams]]'' |Mahesh Arawle |Disney+ Hotstar |{{yes}} |{{No}} |<ref>{{Cite web |last=Khatoon |first=F. |date=2021-08-26 |title=Actor-director Adinath Kothare, who shines in City of Dreams 2, is all set for '83 |url=https://www.indulgexpress.com/entertainment/cinema/2021/Aug/26/national-award-winning-director-adinathkotharemakes-a-mark-in-city-of-dreams-2-gears-for-83-35305.html |access-date=2025-03-15 |website=Indulgexpress |language=en}}</ref> |- |2023 |''Bajao'' | Omkar Gangwal (OG) |[[JioCinema]] |{{Yes}} |{{No}} | |- |2023 |''Nexa Journeys Presents Konkan Diaries'' |Host |[[Zee Zest]] |{{Yes}} |{{No}} |<ref>{{Cite web |date=2019-01-11 |title=PeepingMoon Exclusive: ‘Konkan Diaries is a non-fiction, unscripted show, everything is real, including my vlogs,’ says ’83 actor Addinath Kothare on his new series |url=https://www.peepingmoon.com/exclusive-news/news/68997/PeepingMoon-Exclusive-Konkan-Diaries-is-a-non-fiction-unscripted-show-everything-is-real-including-my-vlogs--says--actor-Addinath-Kothare-on-his-new-series.html |access-date=2025-07-12 |website=www.peepingmoon.com/ |language=en}}</ref> |- |2024 |''[[Manvat Murders]]'' | |[[SonyLIV]] |{{no}} |{{yes}} |<ref>{{Cite news |title=Manvat Murders to premiere on Sony LIV in October |url=https://www.telegraphindia.com/entertainment/manvat-murders-to-premiere-on-sony-liv-in-october/cid/2045795 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250609163824/https://www.telegraphindia.com/entertainment/manvat-murders-to-premiere-on-sony-liv-in-october/cid/2045795 |archive-date=9 June 2025 |access-date=2025-07-12 |language=en |url-status=live }}</ref> |- |2025 |''[[Crime Beat]]'' |ACP Mayank Sharma |[[ZEE5]] |{{Yes}} |{{No}} |<ref name=":11">{{Cite web |date=2025-03-16 |title=Crime Beat's Adinath Kothare Opens Up About Struggling With Delhi Accent: Watched Kapil Sharma's Show - EXCL |url=https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/web-series/crime-beat-adinath-kothare-opens-up-about-struggling-with-delhi-accent-watched-kapil-sharma-show-exclusive-article-119056356 |access-date=2025-07-12 |website=Times Now |language=en}}</ref> |- |2025 |''[[The Royals (2025 TV series)|The Royals]]'' |Zubin Daruwala |[[Netflix]] |{{Yes}} |{{No}} |<ref>{{Cite web |title=The Royals Review - Royal Misfire {{!}} Filmfare.com |url=https://www.filmfare.com/reviews/web-series/the-royals-review-royal-misfire-73729.html |access-date=2025-07-12 |website=www.filmfare.com |language=en}}</ref> |- |2025–2026 |''Nasheebvan'' |Rudrapratap |Star Pravah |{{Yes}} |{{Yes}} |<ref>{{Cite web |last=narayan |first=kimaya |date=2025-08-13 |title=स्टार प्रवाहवरील नशीबवान मालिका आहे 'या' गाजलेल्या सिरियलचा रिमेक ! असं असू शकतं कथानक |url=https://www.esakal.com/premier/star-pravah-upcoming-nashibvan-serial-is-remake-of-popular-tamil-serial-nayagi-entertainment-news-kds07 |access-date=2025-09-10 |website=Marathi News Esakal |language=Mr}}</ref> |- |2026 |''Detective Dhanajay: Rahasyajaal'' |Dhananjay |ZEE5 |{{Yes}} |{{Yes}} |<ref>{{Cite web |title=Detective Dhananjay- Rahasyajaal Trailer : Addinath M. Kothare, Pushkaraj Chirputkar and Payal Jadhav Starrer Detective Dhananjay- Rahasyajaal Official Trailer |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/videos/entertainment/web-series/marathi/detective-dhananjay-rahasyajaal-trailer-addinath-m-kothare-pushkaraj-chirputkar-and-payal-jadhav-starrer-detective-dhananjay-rahasyajaal-official-trailer/videoshow/130461061.cms |access-date=2026-04-25 |website=The Times of India |language=en}}</ref> |}
==Awards and nominations== {| class="wikitable" !Year !Award !Category !Work !Result !Ref. |- |1995 |[[Maharashtra State Film Awards]] |Best Child Artist |''[[Majha Chakula]]'' |{{Won}} |<ref name=":1" /> |- | rowspan="2" |2011 | rowspan="2" |[[Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar]] |Best Male Debut | rowspan="2" |''Ved Laavi Jeeva'' |{{Nom}} | rowspan="2" | |- |[[Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar for Best Actor|Best Actor]] |{{Nom}} |- | rowspan="2" |2014 |Maharashtra State Film Awards |[[Maharashtra State Film Award for Best Actor|Best Actor]] | rowspan="2" |''[[Avatarachi Goshta]]'' |{{Nom}} |<ref>{{Cite web|title=Winners at the 51st Maharashtra State Awards|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/photofeatures/winners-at-the-51st-maharashtra-state-awards/photostory/40284322.cms|access-date=2021-06-29|website=The Times of India|date=29 August 2018 }}</ref> |- |Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar |Best Actor |{{Won}} |<ref>{{Cite web|title=PIX: 'झी गौरव पुरस्कार 2014'चा दिमाखदार सोहळा, सई-अंकुशच्या सूत्रसंचालनाने बहरला कार्यक्रम|url=https://divyamarathi.bhaskar.com/news/BOL-zee-gaurav-awards-winners-2014-4556020-PHO.html|access-date=2021-06-29|website=Divya Marathi|language=mr}}</ref> |- |[[66th National Film Awards|2018]] |[[National Film Awards]] |[[National Film Award for Best Film on Environment Conservation/Preservation|Best Film on Environment Conservation/Preservation]] | rowspan="2" |''[[Paani (film)|Paani]]'' |{{Won}} |<ref>{{Cite web |title=66th National Awards announced: Adinath Kothare's Paani wins best film for environment conversation - Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/66th-national-awards-announced-adinath-kothares-paani-wins-best-film-for-environment-conversation/articleshow/70604970.cms |access-date=2021-06-29 |website=The Times of India |date=9 August 2019 |language=en}}</ref> |- |2020 |[[New York Indian Film Festival]] |Best Actor |{{Won}} |<ref>{{Cite web|title='Paani': Addinath Kothare bags the Best Actor award at New York Indian Film Festival - Times of India|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/marathi/movies/news/paani-addinath-kothare-bags-the-best-actor-award-at-new-york-indian-film-festival/articleshow/69309183.cms|access-date=2021-06-29|website=The Times of India|date=13 May 2019 |language=en}}</ref> |- |2021 |Star Pravah Parivaar Puraskar |Special Mention (Series) |''Dakkhancha Raja Jotiba'' |{{Won}} |<ref>{{Cite web|title=Star Pravah Parivaar Awards 2021 Winners List Out! - Filmibeat|url=https://www.filmibeat.com/amphtml/marathi-movies/news/star-pravah-parivaar-awards-2021-winners-list-out-aai-kuthe-kay-karte-mulgi-zali-ho-win-big-312123.html?amp_js_v=a6&_gsa=1&usqp=mq331AQKKAFQArABIIACAw==#aoh=16252594905534&referrer=https://www.google.com&_tf=From%20%251$s&share=https://www.filmibeat.com/marathi-movies/news/star-pravah-parivaar-awards-2021-winners-list-out-aai-kuthe-kay-karte-mulgi-zali-ho-win-big-312123.html|access-date=2021-07-02|website=| date=5 April 2021 }}</ref> |- |2022 |[[Fakt Marathi Cine Sanman]] |[[Fakt Marathi Cine Sanman for Best Actor in a Lead Role|Best Actor in a Lead Role]] | rowspan="4" |[[Chandramukhi (2022 film)|Chandramukhi]] |{{nom}} |<ref>{{Cite web |title=फक्त मराठी सन्मान: धर्मवीरची बाजी, चंद्रमुखीचा डंका.. |url=https://www.esakal.com/manoranjan/fakt-marathi-sanman-winner-dharmveer-and-chandramukhi-movie-nsa95 |access-date=2023-02-17 |website=eSakal - Marathi Newspaper |date=28 July 2022 |language=mr-IN}}</ref> |- |[[13th MFK Awards|2023]] |[[Maharashtracha Favourite Kon?]] |[[MFK Award for Favourite Actor|Favourite Actor]] |{{nom}} |<ref>{{Cite web |last=Bodke |first=Chetan |title=Chandramukhi Marathi Movie: चंद्रमुखीच्या शिरपेचात आणखी एक मानाचा तुरा, 'या' पुरस्काराने कमवले नाव... |url=https://www.saamtv.com/entertainment/amruta-khanvilkar-won-best-actress-award-in-maharashtracha-favourite-kon-award-cb99 |access-date=2023-02-17 |website=Saam TV {{!}} साम टीव्ही |date=20 January 2023 |language=mr}}</ref> |- |[[7th Filmfare Awards Marathi|2023]] |[[Filmfare Awards Marathi]] |[[Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Marathi|Best Actor]] |{{Nom}} |<ref name=":6" /> |- |2023 |Navarashtra Planet Marathi Film & OTT Awards |Best Actor |{{nom}} |<ref>{{Cite web |title=Navarashtra Planet Marathi Film & OTT Award' 2023 {{!}} नवराष्ट्र के साथ प्लैनेट मराठी का 'फिल्म एंड ओटीटी अवॉर्ड' का जगमगाता समारोह {{!}} Navabharat (नवभारत) |url=https://www.enavabharat.com/entertainment/planet-marathis-film-ott-awards-glittering-ceremony-with-navrashtra-734712/ |access-date=2023-06-10 |website=www.enavabharat.com}}</ref> |- | rowspan="4" |2025 | rowspan="4" |City Cine Awards |Best Film | rowspan="3" |''Paani'' |{{won}} | rowspan="4" |<ref>{{Cite web |title=Marathi Cinema's Finest Honored: City Cine Awards Marathi 2024 Results |url=https://www.radiocity.in/ccamarathi |access-date=2025-03-17 |website=Radiocity}}</ref> |- |Best Director |{{nom}} |- |Best Actor |{{nom}} |- |Best Lyricist |''Paani'' <small>(Paani – Title track)</small> |{{nom}} |- | rowspan="2" |2025 | rowspan="2" |Aaryans Sanman |Best Actor | rowspan="2" |''[[Shaktiman (2024 film)|Shaktimaan]]'' |{{Nom}} | rowspan="2" |<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-11-25 |title='Aaryans Navdurga Sanman Award' and 'Aaryans Samman Film-Drama 2024' Nomination Ceremony announced! |url=https://www.cinebuster.in/aaryans-navdurga-sanman-award-and-aaryans-samman-film-drama-2024-nomination-ceremony-announced/ |access-date=2025-02-01 |website=CineBuster |language=en-US}}</ref> |- |Best Male Playback Singer |{{Nom}} |- | rowspan="6" |[[25th Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar|2025]] | rowspan="6" |[[Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar]] |[[Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar for Best Film|Best Film]] | rowspan="15" |''Paani'' |{{won}} | rowspan="6" |<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-03-08 |title='झी चित्र गौरव' पुरस्कारांमध्ये 'या' सिनेमाने मारली बाजी! सर्वोत्कृष्ट अभिनेता व अभिनेत्री ठरले...; वाचा विजेत्यांची संपूर्ण यादी... |url=https://www.loksatta.com/manoranjan/television/zee-chitra-gaurav-2025-winners-list-best-movie-is-paani-and-mahesh-manjrekar-won-best-actor-award-read-full-list-sva-00-4938781/ |access-date=2025-03-17 |website=Loksatta |language=mr}}</ref> |- |[[Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar for Best Director|Best Director]] |{{won}} |- |[[Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar for Best Actor|Best Actor]] |{{nom}} |- |[[Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar for Best Lyricist|Best Lyricist]] |{{won}} |- |Best Story (with Nitin Dixit) |{{nom}} |- |Best Editor (with Mayur Hardas) |{{nom}} |- | rowspan="4" |2025 | rowspan="4" |NDTV Marathi Entertainment Awards |Best Film |{{won}} | rowspan="4" |<ref>{{Cite web |title=NDTV Marathi ENT Awards 2025: एनडीटीव्ही मराठी पुरस्कार सोहळ्यात 'फुलवंती'ची बाजी! पाहा सर्व विजेत्यांची यादी.... |url=https://marathi.ndtv.com/entertainment/ndtv-marathi-entertainment-awards-2025-prajakta-mali-won-best-actress-award-look-at-all-winners-here-7786498 |access-date=2025-03-17 |website=marathi.ndtv.com |language=mr}}</ref> |- |Best Director |{{won}} |- |Best Story (with Nitin Dixit) |{{won}} |- |Best Editor (with Mayur Hardas) |{{won}} |- | rowspan="7" |2025 | rowspan="7" |MaTa Sanman |Best Film |{{won}} | rowspan="7" |<ref>{{Cite web |title=पाणी, इंद्रायणीचा 'मटा सन्मान'वर ठसा; वैदेही, समीर, शर्वरी सर्वोत्कृष्ट, विजेत्यांची संपूर्ण यादी |url=https://marathi.indiatimes.com/entertainment/mata-sanmaan/news/mata-sanman-2025-winners-list-aadinath-kothare-vaidehi-parshurami-sharvari-jog-sameer-paranjape-won-best-actor-awards/articleshow/118915210.cms |access-date=2025-03-17 |website=Maharashtra Times |language=mr}}</ref> |- |Best Director |{{won}} |- |Best Actor |{{nom}} |- |Best Lyricist |{{nom}} |- |Best Editor (with Mayur Hardas) |{{nom}} |- |Best Show |''[[Savalyachi Janu Savali]]'' |{{nom}} |- |Best Web Series |''[[Manvat Murders]]'' |{{nom}} |- | rowspan="7" |[[9th Filmfare Awards Marathi|2025]] | rowspan="7" |[[Filmfare Awards Marathi]] |[[Filmfare Award for Best Film – Marathi|Best Film]] | rowspan="7" |''Paani'' |{{won}} | rowspan="7" |<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-07-10 |title=Filmfare Awards Marathi 2025: Paani Wins Best Film, Addinath Kothare Lifts Best Director Trophy At Mega Event |url=https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/bollywood/filmfare-awards-marathi-2025-paani-wins-best-film-addinath-kothare-lifts-best-director-trophy-at-mega-event-article-152259262 |access-date=2025-07-12 |website=Times Now |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Naik |first=Payal |date=2025-07-07 |title=१०व्या मराठी फिल्मफेअर पुरस्कार नामांकनांची यादी जाहीर; कोण ठरणार सर्वोत्कृष्ट? 'या' चित्रपटांमध्ये चुरस |url=https://www.esakal.com/premier/10th-marathi-filmfare-awards-nominations-announced-who-will-be-best-intense-competition-among-these-films-psn14 |access-date=2025-07-12 |website=Marathi News Esakal |language=Mr}}</ref> |- |[[Filmfare Critics Award for Best Film – Marathi|Best Film Critics]] |{{nom}} |- |[[Filmfare Award for Best Director – Marathi|Best Director]] |{{won}} |- |[[Filmfare Award for Best Debut Director – Marathi|Best Director Debut]] |{{nom}} |- |Best Actor |{{nom}} |- |[[Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actor – Marathi|Best Actor Critics]] |{{nom}} |- |[[Filmfare Award for Best Editing – Marathi|Best Editing]] (with Mayur Hardas) |{{won}} |}
==See also== * [[List of Marathi film actors]]
==References== {{reflist}}
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