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{{Short description|Indian comedian and actor}}
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{{Infobox person
| name = Comedian Ambe
| image = Comedian Ambe Tiatr Konkani theatre show staged by Comedian Ambe at Mapusa Hanuman Natyagraha May 14, 2023. 32 (cropped).jpg
| caption = Ambe at [[Hanuman Natyagraha]], 2023
| birth_name = Sandeep Ambe
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| years_active = 1980s–present
| spouse =
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| education = [[Diploma]] in [[Computer education]]
| occupation = {{hlist|Comedian|actor|playwright|director|businessman}}
| website = {{URL|facebook.com/comedian.ambe}}
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'''Sandeep Ambe''', known professionally as '''Comedian Ambe''', is an Indian comedian, actor, playwright, director, businessman, and former teacher known for his work in [[Konkani cinema|Konkani films]] and ''[[tiatr]]'' productions. As a school student, he staged his debut [[Konkani language|Konkani]] play, ''Dubaicho Novro'', which led to him being discovered by Edwin Soares. Soares then helped Ambe get into Konkani [[one-act play]]s. He is best known for his role as a landlord in [[Mini Mario (singer)|Menino Mario]]'s ''tiatr'', ''Dev Nhidonk Na'' (1987). In 2007, Ambe made his professional debut as a playwright with his ''tiatr'', ''Hi Kudd Matiek Laitam''.

==Early life==
Ambe successfully concluded his academic pursuits at Model English High School situated in [[Margao, Goa]]. As a student, he exhibited a talent for [[Impressionist (entertainment)|mimicry]], able to impersonate his teachers from various subjects, including mathematics, history, and science. His skill in mimicry was noted and appreciated by his classmates. Ambe was known for his astute observation of individuals and their behaviors, which contributed to his abilities in mimicry and entertainment.<ref name=":0" />

During his youth, Ambe did mimicry, which he incorporated into his [[short play]] when asked to stage at a [[Bharat Scouts and Guides|scouts and guides]] camp in [[Karwar]]. His performance in this improvised play earned him a prize. When he was not in school, during his summer breaks, many of his peers were engaged in [[recreational activities]] such as sports and vacations. However, during this interval, he capitalized on the occasion to organize and showcase a dramatic production in his hometown of [[Colva, Goa]].<ref name=":0" />

The production, titled ''Dubaicho Novro'' (''Dubai Boyfriend''), was facilitated by Ambe's collaboration with friends from his village. His theatrical abilities soon came to the attention of Edwin Soares, a theater director based in [[Salcete taluka#Salcette territory|Betalbatim]]. Soares extended an invitation for him to join his [[theatrical troupe|theatrical ensemble]], where he would have the opportunity to partake in the production of engaging [[one-act play]]s. In addition to his work in amateur theater, Ambe has also pursued formal education, completing a [[diploma]] in [[computer education]]. He subsequently gained experience working briefly as a computer educator.<ref name=":0" />

==Career==
Ambe rose to prominence in the late 20th century. In 1987, the [[Konkani language|Konkani]] ''[[tiatr]] Dev Nhidonk Na'', directed by Mini Mario, he assumed the part of a [[landlord]]. This early performance helped him establish as an up-and-coming figure in the [[Tiatr|Konkani stage]]. Ambe continued to appear in various ''tiatrs'' throughout the late 1980s and early 1990s. In 1990, he was cast in the production ''Lok Kitem Mhonntolo'' directed by [[Rosario Rodrigues]]. However, it was Ambe's role in Rodrigues' 1991 ''tiatr Bhuk'' that garnered him fame. During the [[monsoon]] season, ''Bhuk'' garnered commercial success by completing 50 performances in different cities. In this play, Ambe portrayed the character of a [[secretary]], co-starring alongside other actors such as Comedian Jesus and Rodrigues. His [[comedic timing]] and delivery in ''Bhuk'' were praised by audiences. Following the acclaim he received for his performance in ''Bhuk'', he began to focus almost exclusively on taking on comedic roles in ''tiatrs''.<ref name=":0">{{Cite news |date=2013-05-12 |title=From computers to comedy |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/from-computers-to-comedy/articleshow/20008632.cms |access-date=2024-08-08 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref>

Ambe then appeared in Filipe Almeida's production titled ''Ami Vetat'' (We Are Going). Three years later, in 1997, he performed in [[Patrick Dourado]]'s ''tiatr Tem Koxem Melem'' (How Did She Die?). Ambe's talents were further showcased in 1999, when [[Roseferns]] incorporated his skills in [[Impressionist (entertainment)|mimicry]] into the ''tiatr Titloch Temp To'' (For That Time Being). The following year, in 2000, Pascoal Rodrigues enlisted him to portray a character in his theatrical performance known as ''Tin Khile'' (Three Nails). Over the subsequent years, Ambe continued to take on acting roles in [[Goan]] theater. In 2001, he was featured in Tony Dias' ''tiatr Ti Mhoji Maim'' (That is my Mother). This was followed by an appearance in [[Mario Menezes]]' ''Mhoji Maim, Mhoji Dusman'' (My Mother, My Enemy) in 2003. Prior to establishing himself as a figure in the ''tiatr'' industry as both an actor and director, Ambe contributed to [[Comedian Agostinho]]'s 2006 production titled ''Aslelim Dukhi, Naslelim Sukhi'' (Rich Sad, Poor Happy).<ref name=":0" />

Ambe underwent a shift in his professional focus starting in 2007. Prior to that year, he had primarily established himself as a comedian. However, beginning in January 2007, he commenced his endeavors to the creation and execution of his personal ''[[tiatr]]'' performances. In January 2007, he introduced his initial independently produced ''tiatr'', entitled ''Hi Kudd Matiek Laitam''. Over the following five years, he went on to create and stage 11 consecutive ''tiatr'' productions. Through this output, he carved out a reputation for himself as a playwright within the ''tiatr'' community, establishing his position among veterans in this field of the art form. Announcing his decision to temporarily pause ''tiatr'' production during the 2012 season, resulted in the cessation of the [[Theatre troupe|assembly of performers]] he had brought together during the preceding five-year period. Without any scheduled ''tiatr'' engagements, the performers who were part of his company went on to join alternative ''tiatr'' [[theatre troupe|troupes]] for the shows of that season.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |title=A bad season for Ambe |url=https://www.thegoan.net//a-bad-season-for-ambe/2000.html |access-date=2024-08-08 |website=The Goan EveryDay |language=en}}</ref>

Ambe having taken a break from scripting and directing new productions in the 2012 season, he preemptively shared his plan with the rest of his troupe, affording them the opportunity to engage in collaborations with different playwrights throughout that timeframe. He specified that this sabbatical was only intended to last for one year, after which he expected to resume his role as both playwright and director with the same ensemble of performers in 2013. During his temporary hiatus from writing and directing duties in 2012, he instead accepted a comedic acting role in the ''[[tiatr]] Tumchinch Bhurguim'' (Yours Children), which was produced by fellow playwright [[Menino De Bandar]].<ref name=":1" /> In May 2013, Ambe returned to the ''tiatr'' stage with a new production titled ''Chedvam Tim, Gadvam Nhoi''. This work explored the fundamental societal factors contributing to the widespread [[Rape in India|problems of rape]] and various forms of [[Violence against women in India|violence targeting women in contemporary times]].<ref name=":0" />

==Personal life==
Before embarking on a career in comedy, Ambe harbored uncertainties regarding his reception as a comedian among a predominantly [[Goan Catholic|Catholic audience]], given his [[Hindu]] faith. In the present time, a significant portion of his audience remains uninformed about his religious beliefs, causing a misconception among admirers of ''[[tiatr]]'' ([[Goan]] theater) that he follows the Catholic faith. During his younger years, Ambe was employed at a family-owned [[general store]]. As of 2013, he remained actively involved in his family's business, A1 Stores, during his leisure hours. He relocated to [[Colva, Goa]] during his teenage years.<ref name=":1" />

==References==
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==External links==
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