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{{short description|Indian actor}}
{{Use dmy dates|date=October 2025}}
{{Use Indian English|date=October 2025}}
{{Infobox person
| name = Abhishek Bajaj
| image = Abhishek Bajaj.jpg
| image_size = 220px
| caption = Bajaj at the Bombay Times Fashion Week, 2020
| birth_date = {{birth date and age|1992|10|24|df=yes}}
| birth_place = New Delhi, India
| alma_mater = [[Delhi University]]
| occupation = Actor
| years_active = 2011–present
| known_for = ''[[Ek Nanad Ki Khushiyon Ki Chaabi – Meri Bhabhi|Meri Bhabhi]]'' ''[[Dil Deke Dekho (TV series)|Dil Deke Dekho]]'' ''[[Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui]]'' ''[[Babli Bouncer]]'' ''[[Jubilee Talkies]]'' ''[[Bigg Boss (Hindi TV series) season 19|Bigg Boss 19]]''
| height = {{height|ft=6|in=0}}
}}

'''Abhishek Bajaj''' (born 24 October 1992) is an Indian actor who works in [[Hindi]] films and television.<ref>{{Cite news |title=Abhishek Bajaj bonds with Tiger Shroff over fitness |work=Tribune |url=http://www.tribunenewsline.com/abhishek-bajaj-bonds-with-tiger-shroff-over-fitness/}}</ref> He made his film debut with ''[[Student of the Year 2]]'' (2019) under [[Dharma Productions]].<ref>{{Cite news |title=Abhishek Bajaj joins the cast of Student of the Year 2 |work=The Indian Express |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/television/abhishek-bajaj-student-of-the-year-2-5263170/}}</ref> Bajaj gained recognition for his roles in films like ''[[Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui]]'' (2021), and ''[[Babli Bouncer]]'' (2022). In 2025, he participated as a contestant on [[Colors TV]]'s reality show ''[[Bigg Boss (Hindi TV series) season 19|Bigg Boss 19]]''.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.ibtimes.co.in/weekend-ka-vaar-abhishek-bajaj-eliminated-ashnoor-kaur-cries-fans-call-out-salman-khan-makers-892039|title=Weekend Ka Vaar: Abhishek Bajaj eliminated; Ashnoor Kaur cries; fans call out Salman Khan & makers for unfair eviction|work=IB Times|date=November 8, 2025}}</ref>

== Early life ==
Abhishek was born in New Delhi, India, to Parveen (Japanese interpreter) and Anita Bajaj.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.timesnownews.com/videos/entertainment/tv/interviews/bigg-boss-19s-abhishek-bajajs-mom-shares-fun-childhood-secrets-about-him-exclusive-video-152844276|title=Bigg Boss 19's Abhishek Bajaj's mom shares fun childhood secrets about him {{!}} Exclusive|work=Times Now News|date=September 17, 2025}}</ref> He has two sisters named Ekta and Ambika Bajaj. He belongs to a Punjabi family.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/bigg-boss-19-contestant-abhishek-bajajs-sister-ekta-bajaj-slams-amaal-mallik-and-kunickaa-sadanand-says-gaane-pyaar-wale-aur-dil-mein-itni-nafrat/articleshow/124003751.cms|title=Bigg Boss 19 contestant Abhishek Bajaj's sister Ekta Bajaj slams Amaal Mallik and Kunickaa Sadanand; says 'Gaane pyaar wale aur Dil mein itni nafrat?'|work=Times of India|date=June 30, 2022}}</ref> He completed his schooling in Delhi and graduation from [[Delhi University]], where he also participated in stage plays and modeling shows, which helped develop his interest in acting.<ref>{{Cite news|title=TV Actor transformed beyond belief|work=The Times of India|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/from-weight-loss-to-rippling-muscles-these-tv-actors-transformed-beyond-belief/abhishek-bajaj/photostory/65869975.cms}}</ref> He auditioned for a commercial and was selected. <ref>{{cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/abhishek-bajaj-as-a-teenager-i-wanted-to-become-a-cbi-officer/articleshow/82475736.cms|title=Abhishek Bajaj: As a teenager, I wanted to become a CBI officer|work=[[Times of India]]|date=May 8, 2021}}</ref>{{Unreliable source?|date=January 2026}}

== Career ==
He began his career as a model before transitioning to television. He made his acting debut with Sony Entertainment Television's ''Parvarrish – Kuchh Khattee Kuchh Meethi'' (2011) and gained recognition for his role as Rahul in ''Dil De Ke Dekho'' (Sab TV). He has appeared in shows such as ''Ek Nanad Ki Khushiyon Ki Chabhi Meri Bhabhi'', ''Bitti Business Wali'', ''Silsila Pyaar Ka'' and ''Zindagi Ke Crossroads''.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/abhishek-bajaj-struggles-and-difficulties-have-made-me-the-person-i-am-today/articleshow/87830989.cms|title=Abhishek Bajaj: Struggles and difficulties have made me the person I am today|work= Times of India|date=November 21, 2021}}</ref>{{Unreliable source|date=January 2026}} In 2011, he appeared in the Pepsi TVC ‘Le Lunga.’ This was followed in 2013 by another popular Pepsi IPL TVC, where he shared screen space with [[Ranbir Kapoor]], portraying a general character that highlighted his youthful energy during the Indian Premier League season. And in 2015, he appeared in another ad of Pepsi, In 2016, he landed a recurring role of Spunky Narula in the web series "Life Lafde Aur Bandiyan" which aired on Bindas. In 2018, He walked as a showstopper for Anu Ranjan's "BeWithBeti" fashion show in Pune, supporting the cause. A year later, he won his first fitness award, being named Inspiring Fitness Celebrity at the Inspire India Summit.

He made his film debut with a supporting role in [[Karan Johar]]'s teen drama ''[[Student of the Year 2]]'' (2019), playing Abhishek Sharma (A captain of Pishorilal College team),<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/television/abhishek-bajaj-student-of-the-year-2-5263170/lite/?utm_source=chatgpt.com|title=Abhishek Bajaj to play Tiger Shroff’s rival in Student of the Year 2|work=The Indian Express|date=July 17, 2018}}</ref> and also appeared in the web series ''Boys With Toys'', co-starring Vivaan Shah and Zoya Afroz, was released on an OTT platform. This was followed by the films ''[[Kabaad: The Coin]]''<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.business-standard.com/content/press-releases-ani/kabaad-the-coin-loved-by-audience-on-ott-121060301134_1.html|title='Kabaad the Coin' loved by audience on OTT|work=Business Standard|date=June 3, 2021}}</ref>, ''[[Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui]]'' and web series ''[[Your Honor (Indian TV series)| Your Honor]]'' in 2021. In the same year in December, He appeared on the magazine cover of Entitle Magazine.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.indulgexpress.com/entertainment/celebs/2021/Nov/26/soty-2-actor-abhishek-bajaj-talks-about-his-upcoming-project-chandigarh-kare-ashiqui-37255.html|title=SOTY 2 actor Abhishek Bajaj talks about his upcoming project Chandigarh Kare Ashiqui|work=Indulg Express|date=November 26, 2021}}</ref> In 2022, He starred in the movie ''[[Babli Bouncer]]'', <ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.filmfare.com/interviews/exclusive-abhishek-bajaj-on-playing-against-type-in-babli-bouncer-55487.html|title=Exclusive! Abhishek Bajaj on playing against type in Babli Bouncer|work=Film Fare|date=September 22, 2022}}</ref> did five ads campaign for Muscleblaze Vite Daily multivitamin, Dr Morepan Health Muscle Food 100% Whey Protein, Muscle Blaze Fit and BGreen plant protein, also menswear ad for Marks and Spencer (M&S) India.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/abhishek-bajaj-impresses-with-his-physical-transformation-for-babli-bouncer/articleshow/94239794.cms|title=Abhishek Bajaj impresses with his physical transformation for Babli Bouncer|work=Times of India|date=September 16, 2022}}</ref>{{Unreliable source|date=January 2026}} A year later, He did an ads campaign for Gillete india. In 2024, He appeared in a music video "Dooriyan" opposite actress Zaara Yesmin, <ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.outlookindia.com/art-entertainment/abhishek-bajaj-opens-up-about-his-upcoming-music-video-dooriyan--news-238821|title=Abhishek Bajaj Opens Up About His Upcoming Music Video 'Dooriyan'|work=Outlook India|date=January 18, 2024}}</ref> landed a web series "Nama Cool" as UP Character Chakku Pandey,<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.outlookindia.com/art-entertainment/abhishek-bajaj-wanted-to-play-up-character-since-the-time-of-student-of-the-year-2|title=Abhishek Bajaj Wanted To Play UP Character Since The Time Of 'Student Of The Year 2'|work=Outlook India|date=May 31, 2024}}</ref> and starred as Ayaan Grover in the television drama "Jubilee Talkies – Shohrat Shiddat Mohabbat".<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.news18.com/entertainment/abhishek-bajaj-to-play-bollywood-superstar-in-new-show-im-really-excited-8909054.html|title=Abhishek Bajaj To Play Bollywood Superstar In New Show: 'I'm Really Excited'|work=News 18|date=May 29, 2024}}</ref> In December 2024, he assisted his cricket team, Gujarat Lions, in winning the trophy at the All Stars Tennis Ball Cricket.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://glamsham.com/tv/telly-news/captain-aamir-ali-owners-dakshesh-dhruvin-shah-gujarat-lions-all-star-cricket-league/|title=Captain Aamir Ali and Owners Dakshesh & Dhruvin Shah Lead Gujarat Lions to Glory in All Star Cricket League|work=Glam Sham|date=December 13, 2024}}</ref>

In early 2025, He walked as a showstopper for designer Alok Agarwal Jaipur Couture Show. In August 2025, he joined [[Colors TV]]'s reality show ''[[Bigg Boss (Hindi TV series) season 19|Bigg Boss season 19]]'' as a contestant, but was eliminated after a single fellow contestant voted him out rather than through audience voting, finishing in 11th place.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.deccanchronicle.com/entertainment/abhishek-bajaj-eviction-shocks-bb19-viewers-we-love-abhishek-trends-1915600|title=Abhishek Bajaj Eviction Shocks BB19 Viewers; 'We Love Abhishek' Trends|work=Deccan Chronicle|date=Nov 8, 2025}}</ref>
Despite his early exit, his gameplay and instincts in the house were praised by media commentators, and he became one of the most talked-about contestants.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/tv/bigg-boss-19-unbeatable-abhishek-bajaj-trends-on-x-netizens-call-pranit-more-dogla-article-153125402/amp|title=Bigg Boss 19: Unbeatable Abhishek Bajaj Trends On X, Netizens Call Pranit More 'DOGLA'|website=Timesofnow|access-date= 10 November 2025}}</ref> During the Family Week episodes, Bajaj received significant support both inside and outside the house. Media reports noted that contestants’ family members expressed admiration for his gameplay and described him as a strong contender who should have remained in the competition longer.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.filmibeat.com/television/news/2025/bigg-boss-19-weekend-ka-vaar-eviction-abhishek-bajaj-appear-before-finale-who-will-be-evicted-t-489851.html|title=Bigg Boss 19 Weekend Ka Vaar Eviction: Abhishek Bajaj to appear before finale?|work=Filmibeat|date=23 November 2025}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.lifestyleasia.com/ind/entertainment/streaming/bigg-boss-19-contestant-abhishek-bajaj-career-in-television-net-worth-and-more/amp/|title=Loyal, loud and loved: Why Abhishek Bajaj is the most real contestant in ‘Bigg Boss 19’|website=Lifestyle Asia|access-date= 24 October 2025}}</ref> According to ''Filmibeat'', he created history by becoming the first contestant ever to trend in Top-5 worldwide on [[Twitter|X]] better known as Twitter following his eviction from the show. <ref>{{cite web|title=Bigg Boss 19: Abhishek Bajaj becomes first Bigg Boss contestant to trend in Top 5 worldwide|url=https://www.filmibeat.com/television/news/2025/bigg-boss-19-abhishek-bajaj-becomes-first-bigg-boss-contestant-to-trend-in-top-5-worldwide-488543.html|website=Filmibeat|publisher=Oneindia|date=2025-11-11|access-date=2025-11-14}}</ref> Following his eviction, in December 2025, he appeared in his first advertisement for the brand Ghar Soaps. During the same month, he was listed among the Top 30 Men of Television 2025, securing the 8th position,<ref>{{cite web|url=https://urbanasian.com/entertainment/indian-tv-news/2025/12/urban-asians-top-30-men-of-television-2025/|title=Urban Asian’s Top 30 Men of Television 2025|work=Urban Asian|date=December 19, 2025}}</ref> and also appeared in his second commercial for [[Oppo|Oppo India]], promoting the OPPO Find X9 Series.{{CN|date=January 2026}}

In January 2026, he collaborated with Pranit More for a rap song promoting [[Beast Games season 2]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.tellychakkar.com/tv/tv-news/abhishek-bajaj-and-pranit-more-reunite-rap-song-after-unfollowing-each-other-260202|title=Abhishek Bajaj and Pranit More Reunite for a Rap Song After Unfollowing Each Other|work=Telly Chakkar|date=February 2, 2026}}</ref> In February 2026, He signed with TGB Troop, which manages his brand collaborations and professional appearances. In March, He was recognized as a Fit India Champion at the Fit India Carnival 2026 in Delhi for promoting healthy lifestyles.<ref>{{cite news |title=Fit India Carnival 2026 begins in Delhi with star participation |url=https://www.aninews.in/news/sports/others/fit-india-carnival-2026-begins-in-delhi-with-star-participation20260308161023/ |publisher=ANI |date=8 March 2026}}</ref> In the same month, he attended a FEAR Project event at Inorbit Mall Vashi to support endurance athlete Kanthi Dutt and promote the [[Fit India Movement]], a national initiative encouraging physical fitness.<ref>{{cite news |title=Kanthi Dutt launches FEAR Project with 750km solo cycle from Hyderabad to Mumbai |url=https://www.mykhel.com/more-sports/kanthi-dutt-launches-fear-project-with-750km-solo-cycle-from-hyderabad-to-mumbai-418529.html |work=MyKhel |date=9 March 2026 |access-date=14 March 2026}}</ref>

==Personal life==
In 2019, Bajaj was involved in a car accident and sustained injuries to his hand, requiring 16 stitches. He later resumed his professional commitments.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/i-had-16-stitches-on-my-hand-but-i-never-gave-up-abhishek-bajaj-on-his-transformation-for-chandigarh-kare-aashiqui/articleshow/88706752.cms?fbclid=PAT01DUAO1xUxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA81NjcwNjczNDMzNTI0MjcAAafBfl1iRB2-u8TsHCORwPSAu_J24GVx54yylpW5WjYgwknaSwFmGc7N4psShw_aem_bVBOVm4wABr-Xqtxsia-Mg|title=I had 16 stitches on my hand but I never gave up: Abhishek Bajaj on his transformation for Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui|work=Times of India|date=January 5, 2022}}</ref>

He was previously married, and the marriage ended in a mutual and amicable divorce after separating in 2020.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/htcity/cinema/abhishek-bajaj-to-take-legal-action-against-ex-wife-akanksha-jindal-actor-reacts-bigg-boss-19-101762757922682.html|title=Abhishek Bajaj to take legal action against ex-wife? Actor reacts Bigg Boss 19|work=Hindustan Times|date=November 12, 2025}}</ref>

He also plays football recreationally and has participated in matches with the "All Stars Football Club (ASFC)", a team of entertainment personalities that plays for charity and exhibition purposes.<ref>{{cite web |title=Babli Bouncer-actor Abhishek Bajaj gets injured during a football match |url=https://www.ottplay.com/news/babli-bouncer-actor-abhishek-bajaj-gets-injured-during-a-football-match/39f1801e83671 |date=October 9, 2022| access-date=March 19, 2026}}</ref>

==Filmography==
=== Films ===
{| class="wikitable"
| style="background:#ffc;"| {{dagger}}
| Denotes films that have not yet been released
|}

{| class="wikitable sortable"
|-
! text-align:center;"|Year
! text-align:center;"|Title
! text-align:center;"|Role
! text-align:center;"|Notes
! class="unsortable" scope="col" | {{Tooltip|Ref|Reference(s)}}
|-
|2019
| ''[[Student of the Year 2]]''
|Abhishek Sharma
| Supporting role
|
|-
| 2020
| ''Rani Ka Raja''
| Rohit Bansal
| Lead role
|
|-
|rowspan="2"|2021
|''[[Kabaad: The Coin]]''
| Sam
| Lead role
|
|-
|''[[Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui]]''
| Sandy
| Supporting role
|<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/abhishek-bajaj-is-the-villain-in-ayushmann-khurranas-chandigarh-kare-aashiqui/articleshow/80194507.cms|title=Abhishek Bajaj is the villain in Ayushmann Khurrana's 'Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui'|access-date=23 January 2021|website=The Times of India|date=10 January 2021 |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|date=20 December 2021|title=Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui 2021 Film – Box Office, Cast, Movie & Cinema Showtimes|url=https://in.bookmyshow.com/movies/chandigarh-kare-aashiqui/ET00145956}}</ref>
|-
|2022
|''[[Babli Bouncer]]''
|Viraj Kaushik
| Supporting role
|
|-
| 2024
| ''Kya Masti Kya Dhoom''
| Bobby Chadda
| Lead role
|
|}

=== Television ===
{| class="wikitable sortable"
|-
! Year
! Serial
! Role
! class="unsortable" scope="col" | {{Tooltip|Notes|Reference(s)}}
|-
| 2011
| ''[[Hitler Didi]]''
|
| Recurring role
|-
| 2011–2013
| ''[[Parvarrish – Kuchh Khattee Kuchh Meethi]]''
| Nitin Mehta
| Supporting role
|-
| 2013–2014
| ''[[Ek Nanad Ki Khushiyon Ki Chaabi – Meri Bhabhi]]''
| Ishaan Shergill
| Supporting role
|-
|rowspan="2"|2014
| ''Love By Chance''
|
| Episodic role
|-
| ''Halla Bol 2''
|
| Recurring role
|-
|rowspan="4"|2015
| ''Hangover Wala Love''
| Prashant
| Episodic role
|-
| ''Rumm Pumm Po''
| Vicky
| Recurring role
|-
| [[Aahat (Indian TV series)]]
|
| Episodic role
|-
| ''[[Darr Sabko Lagta Hai]]''
|
| 1 episode
|-
| 2015–2016
| ''[[Santoshi Maa (TV series)|Santoshi Maa]]''
| Sanket
|
|-
|rowspan="2"|2016
| ''[[SuperCops Vs Super Villains]]''
| King
| Episodic role
|-
| ''[[Silsila Pyaar Ka]]''
| Sanket Tiwari
|
|-
| 2016–2017
| ''[[Dil Deke Dekho (TV series)|Dil Deke Dekho]]''
| Rahul Shastri
| Lead role
|-
| rowspan = "2" | 2018
| ''Bitti Business Wali''
| Mahi
| Lead role
|-
| ''Zindagi Ke Crossroads''
| Ankit
| Episodic role
|-
| 2020
| ''[[Savdhaan India]]''
| Shyam
| Episodic role
|-
| 2024
| ''[[Jubilee Talkies]]''
| Ayaan Grover
| Lead role
|-
| 2025
| ''[[Bigg Boss (Hindi TV series) season 19|Bigg Boss 19]]''
| Contestant
| 11th place
|}

=== Web series ===

{| class="wikitable sortable"
|-
! text-align:center;"|Year
! text-align:center;"|Title
! text-align:center;"|Role
! text-align:center;"|Notes
! class="unsortable" scope="col" | {{Tooltip|Ref|Reference(s)}}
|-
| 2016
| ''Life Lafde Aur Bandiyan''
| Spunky Narula
| Recurring role
|
|-
| 2019
| ''Boys with Toys''
| Varun
| Recurring role
|
|-
| 2021
| ''[[Your Honor (Indian TV series)| Your Honor]]''
| Aman
| Supporting role
|
|-
|2024
| ''NamaCool''
| Chakku Panday
| Supporting role
|
|}

=== Music videos ===
{| class="wikitable sortable"
|-
! Year
! Title
! Singer(s)
! Ref.
|-
| 2019
| Royee Jande Naina
| Nitin Gupta
|
|-
|rowspan="2"|2021
| Kinni Varri
| Rakesh Maini
|
|-
| Dil Mein Jo
| [[Jyotica Tangri]]
|
|-
|rowspan="2"|2023
| Dooriyan
| P-ush
| <ref>{{cite web|url=https://glamsham.com/tv/telly-news/abhishek-bajaj-opens-up-about-his-upcoming-music-video-dooriyan/|title=Abhishek Bajaj opens up about his upcoming music video 'Dooriyan'|work=Glam Sham|date=November 20, 2022}}</ref>
|-
| Barbaad
| Sakshi Holkar
| <ref>{{cite web|url=https://urbanasian.com/entertainment/bollywood/2023/07/barbaad-journey-twist-and-redemption-ft-sandeep-abhishek/|title=Barbaad Journey Of Twist And Redemption Ft Sandeep & Abhishek|work=Urban Asian|date=July 30, 2023}}</ref>
|-
| 2025
| Rehbara 2.0
| Rizwan Nagina
|
|-
|}

== Awards and nominations ==
{| class="wikitable"
|-
!Year
!Award
!Category
!Work
!Result
!Ref
|-
|rowspan="4"|2022
|rowspan="2"|[[Indian Television Academy Awards]]
|Best Performance by an Actor in a Negative Role
|rowspan="4"|''[[Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui]]''
|{{nom}}
|
|-
|Best Actor in a Supporting Role
|{{nom}}
|
|-
|International Iconic Awards
|Most Promising Actor of the Year
|{{won}}
|
|-
| Universal India Awards
| Best Actor in a Negative Role
| {{Won}}
|
|-
| 2023
| Boogle Bollywood Ballistic Awards
| Ballistic Performer
| [[Babli Bouncer]]
| {{won}}
|
|-
| 2025
| Whos Next Influencers Award
| Newsmaker of the Year
| Himself
| {{won}}
| <ref>{{cite web |title=Whos Next 2025 Influencer Awards Winners |url=https://www.whosthat360.com/influencer-award-2025/winners|publisher=NDTV WhosThat |accessdate=26 March 2026}}</ref>
|-
| 2026
| Radio City Mumbai Icons Award
| Most Iconic Reality Star
| [[Bigg Boss (Hindi TV series) season 19|Bigg Boss 19]]
| {{won}}
|
|}

== References ==

{{reflist}}

==External links==
{{Commons category}}
* {{IMDb name|nm6134773}}
* {{Instagram|humarabajaj24}}
* [https://twitter.com/Humarabajaj6 Abhishek Bajaj on Twitter]

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[[Category:1992 births]]
[[Category:Living people]]
[[Category:Indian male television actors]]
[[Category:21st-century Indian male actors]]
[[Category:Male actors in Hindi cinema]]
[[Category:Male actors from Delhi]]

Abhishek Bajaj - Revision history

UPMTaj45723 at 07:09, 19 April 2026