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Darshan Yewalekar Biography: Age, Career, Family and More

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated September 29, 2026 • 6 min read

Quick Info

Date of birth1986

Age36 (as of 2022)

BirthplaceBhusawal, Maharashtra

ProfessionCelebrity Barber and Entrepreneur

NationalityIndian

Marital statusUnmarried

FamilyMother - Anupama Yewalekar (works at a parlour); Father - name not known

Darshan Yewalekar Biography

Darshan Yewalekar is an Indian celebrity barber and entrepreneur from Bhusawal, Maharashtra, best known as the longtime personal hairstylist of actor Ranve

Early life and background
Darshan Yewalekar was born in Bhusawal, Maharashtra, in 1986 and grew up in a lower-middle-class family. He completed his schooling at St. Aloysius High School in Mumbai and initially considered studying microbiology. Financial constraints shifted his path toward vocational training: he completed a hair-styling course in Pune and learned the basics of the craft by observing his mother at work in a local parlour.

His early practical training progressed quickly. During his hair-styling course he attracted the attention of trainer Jasbir Arora, who asked him to assist and later sent him to work in one of his salons. That placement led to further opportunities, including work on film sets and early encounters with established industry professionals.

Career
Darshan began working in Mumbai in the early 2000s. In 2003 he joined Hakim’s Aalim in Versova, where he spent roughly a decade developing his skills. While there he became part of hairstyling teams for film productions and connected with prominent figures in the Hindi film industry. He subsequently worked with Salman Khan’s hairstyling team and later launched his own barbershop, D Shave, in Mumbai.

His career has included both setbacks and breakthroughs. After leaving a prominent position he attempted to run a salon that closed within a year, a period he describes as financially and emotionally difficult. He rebuilt his career through persistence, training, and by seizing opportunities in film and commercial work.

Darshan is best known for his long professional association with Ranveer Singh. Over nearly a decade he has created looks for Singh in a number of films, including Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela (2013), Dil Dhadakne Do (2015), Bajirao Mastani (2015), and 83 (2021). His work on 83—particularly the recreation of Kapil Dev’s distinctive hair and moustache—earned industry recognition for its attention to historical detail and accuracy. He has also styled actors such as Ranbir Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan, and Anil Kapoor.

Beyond film, Darshan has led teams in professional hairdressing competitions such as the L’Oréal Color Trophy and worked as a hairstylist on television reality shows. He has described adapting salon practices during the coronavirus lockdown with protective measures and adjusting service delivery while shoots were paused.

Public profile
Darshan maintains a visible public presence, including an Instagram account where aspects of his personal tastes and lifestyle are shared. He has been featured in media interviews and appeared on the CNN-IBN show MINUS30 as an example of a young achiever who built a career as an outsider in Mumbai. In 2017 he was invited to speak at TEDx-COEP.

He is often mentioned for his distinctive personal style—he has a prominent sword tattoo on his back—and for habits such as socializing with friends. Darshan practices yoga, visits the gym, and enjoys motorcycle trips in his leisure time.

Latest updates
As of the most recent available information Darshan continues to operate D Shave in Mumbai and remains active as a celebrity barber and stylist. His work on high-profile film projects, including his role shaping Ranveer Singh’s looks for 83, continues to be a notable part of his professional reputation.

Personal details
Darshan is Marathi by ethnicity and belongs to the Nai (barber) community. He is Indian by nationality and was unmarried as of the latest update. His mother, Anupama Yewalekar, has worked at a parlour. He has described his upbringing and the financial limitations his family faced, and credits his parents for supporting his early ambitions within their means.
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Recent Work

83

Styled Ranveer Singh’s look as Kapil Dev, including hair and moustache recreation for the 2021 film.

2021
Bajirao Mastani

Created looks for Ranveer Singh in the 2015 film production.

2015
Dil Dhadakne Do

Styled Ranveer Singh’s looks for the 2015 film.

2015
Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela

Worked on Ranveer Singh’s styling for the 2013 film.

2013
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Career Highlights

  1. Founder of D Shave barbershop in Mumbai
  2. Longtime personal hairstylist of Ranveer Singh
  3. Recreated Kapil Dev’s look for the film 83
  4. Led teams for professional hairdressing competitions such as the L’Oréal Color Trophy
  5. TEDx-COEP guest speaker (2017)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Darshan Yewalekar born?

1986

What is Darshan Yewalekar known for?

Celebrity Barber and Entrepreneur

What is Darshan Yewalekar’s marital status?

Unmarried