Sanjeev Bhaskar OBE is one of Britain's most versatile and beloved entertainers. He is best known as co-creator and star of Goodness Gracious Me — the BBC sketch show that revolutionised British Asian representation on television — and The Kumars at No. 42, the award-winning chat show format that ran for multiple series.
His portrayal of DCI Sunny Khan in the ITV drama Unforgotten has brought him a new generation of admirers and established him as one of British television's most compelling dramatic actors. His nuanced, humane performances have earned him widespread critical acclaim.
He was awarded an OBE in 2006 for services to drama and the community. Beyond his television work, Sanjeev is a prominent ambassador for mental health awareness and has spoken openly about his own experiences, helping to reduce stigma around mental health in the South Asian community and beyond.