Avinash Sachdev (born 22 August 1986)[1] is an Indian actor. He is best known for portraying Dev in Zee TV's drama series Chotti Bahu (2008–2012) and Shlok Agnihotri in StarPlus's romantic drama Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon? Ek Baar Phir (2013–2015).[2][3]
Early life
Avinash Sachdev was born in mumbai and brought up in Vadodara, Gujarat. He completed his education in Vadodara. Sachdev won pageant titles such as Mr Baroda, Mr University, and Mr Gujarat (2004–2005) that compelled him to participate in the Gladrags Model Hunt. At an early age, Sachdev was interested in filmmaking production in which he contributed to several projects to develop his filmmaking skills.[4] Later, Sachdev shifted to Mumbai, Maharashtra where he went on to pursue his career in acting.
Personal life
Avinash Sachdev father's name is Vijay Kumar Sachdev and mother's name is Pooja Sachdev.[1]
Sachdev had been in a relationship with his Chotti Bahu co-actor Rubina Dilaik before they split up in 2012.
Sachdev married his Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon? Ek Baar Phir co-actor Shalmalee Desai in 2015.[5] They divorced in 2017.[6] In 2019, Sachdev started dating Palak Purswani and later got engaged to her but they broke up after some time.[7][8]
Career
Initially, Sachdev started his career as an assistant director on Hatim (2004) when he was 18 years old. He also assisted Farhan Akhtar in Rock On!! (2008).[4] He also appeared in television commercials.[9]
He secured his first television role as a cameo in StarPlus's Karam Apnaa Apnaa (2006–2007).[10] He played his first negative role in Sony TV's drama series Khwaish (2007–2008),[11] followed by a double negative role in StarPlus's Kis Desh Mein Hai Meraa Dil (2008).
His first notable role was his portrayal of Dev in Zee TV's drama series Choti Bahu (2008–2012).[12] He had participated in several world tours and concerts. In 2010, 2011, and 2012, he performed in Zee Night Concerts along with his Chotti Bahu co-star, Rubina Dilaik.[13][14] He participated in Zee Heroes with a Mamta Sharma concert (2012)[15] and Udit Narayan with Zee stars concert (2013) in South Africa.[16] Sachdev worked as an event manager in his last few Show Time Creations concerts held in South Africa.
From 2013 to 2015, Sachdev starred in the StarPlus's romantic drama Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon? Ek Baar Phir paired opposite Shrenu Parikh,[12] in which he portrayed Shlok Agnihotri, an arrogant business tycoon who has a miserable past which implements his chauvinistic personality. In 2017, primarily because of Sachdev's contribution to Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon? Ek Baar Phir, he became the second Indian actor to visit Azerbaijan.[17] The same year, because of Sachdev's work in Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon? Ek Baar Phir, (dubbed as Tatlı Bela in Turkey), he was invited to Turkey for a fan meet and greet event organised by Kanal 7 for the fans of Tatlı Bela to meet Avinash Sachdev as Shlok Agnihotri from Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon? Ek Baar Phir.[18][19]
In 2015, Sachdev joined the cast of Qubool Hai 4 (2015–2016) portraying Armaan Raza Sheikh, a wealthy landowner.
Sachdev was also a part of Balika Vadhu – Lamhe Pyaar Ke in 2016. This was his third television project with the production company, Sphere Origins.[20]
In 2019, Sachdev starred in &TV's Main Bhi Ardhangini in which he portrayed Madhav Singh Thakur.[21]
Television
| Year | Show | Character | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–2007 | Karam Apnaa Apnaa | Sumit Malhotra | |
| 2007–2008 | Khwaish | Salman | |
| 2008 | Kis Desh Mein Hai Meraa Dil | Manmeet / Prashant | |
| 2008–2012 | Chotti Bahu | Dev | Lead role[22] |
| 2013–2015 | Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon? Ek Baar Phir | Shlok Agnihotri | Lead role[3] |
| 2014–2015 | Box Cricket League 1 | Contestant | Player in Kolkata Baabu Moshayes[23] |
| 2015–2016 | Qubool Hai | Armaan Raza Sheikh | Lead role |
| 2016 | Box Cricket League 2 | Contestant | Player in Jaipur Raj Joshiley |
| Balika Vadhu | Dr. Amit Goel | Lead role[24] | |
| 2017 | Ayushman Bhava | Avinash Dubey | Lead Role |
| 2019 | Main Bhi Ardhangini | Madhav Singh Thakur | Lead Role |
| Nach Baliye 9 | Contestant | Along with Palak Purswani[25] | |
| 2023 | Bigg Boss OTT 2 |
Special appearances
| Year | Show | Character | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Teri Meri Love Stories | Ishaan | 1 episode |
| 2017 | Ayushman Bhava | Avinash Dubey | [26] |
| 2017 | İzle 7 – Avinash Sachdev Özel | Himself |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Indian Telly Awards | Fresh New Face (Male) | Chotti Bahu – Sindoor Bin Suhagan | Template:Won[27] |
| Best New Actor in Lead Role (Male) | Template:Nominated[28] |
References
- ↑ Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon actor Avinash Sachdev’s girlfriend Palak Purswani wishes him on his birthday - Times of India. The Times of India. Retrieved 2022-03-01.
- ↑ [{{{url}}} 'Chhoti Bahu' 1 & 2 Back with New Series]. The Times of India(17 February 2011).
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Avinash & Shrenu in Iss Pyaar Ko... season 2?. TIO.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Avinash Sachdev started his career as an assistant director. photogallery.indiatimes.com. Retrieved 2020-12-14.
- ↑ Inside Pics: TV actor Avinash Sachdev ties the knot with co-star Shalmalee Desai. The Indian Express.
- ↑ Shocking break-ups of TV actors, here's the list. The Times of India.
- ↑ Avinash Sachdev opens up on rumours of him participating in Bigg Boss OTT along with his ex Palak Purswani. The Times of India(2023-06-08). Retrieved 2023-06-27.
- ↑ Latest Web Series| Best Web Series in India 2022 | Web Series Hindi. Hindustan Times. Retrieved 2023-06-27.
- ↑ Avinash SachdevPhotos – Stars-TV-The Times of India Photogallery. photogallery.indiatimes.com. Retrieved 2020-12-14.
- ↑ Avinash Sachdev's first television role was for Karam Apna Apna - Photogallery. photogallery.indiatimes.com. Retrieved 2022-03-01.
- ↑ Avinash Sachdev has gains fame and recognition from his TV show 'Chhoti Bahu' - Photogallery. photogallery.indiatimes.com. Retrieved 2022-03-01.
- ↑ 12.0 12.1 avinash sachdev: Latest News, Videos and Photos of avinash sachdev | Times of India. The Times of India. Retrieved 2022-03-01.
- ↑ Rubina Dilaik believes in making a role special.... TC.
- ↑ Travel.
- ↑ Sharma's charms for Durban. IOL.
- ↑ Showtime Promotions.
- ↑ Tənzilə Rüstəmxanlının dəvəti ilə Bollywood ulduzu Azərbaycana gəlir. Tənzilə Rüstəmxanlı. Retrieved 27 June 2017.
- ↑ AVİNASH SACHDEV İSTANBUL'DA SEVENLERİYLE BULUŞUYOR | Kanal7. www.kanal7.com. Retrieved 17 August 2017.
- ↑ Avinash Sachdev hayranlarıyla buluştu!. Haber7. Retrieved 28 August 2017.
- ↑ Avinash Sachdev joins the cast of Balika Vadhu. ColorsTv. Retrieved 2020-12-14.
- ↑ Main Bhi Ardhangini actors Avinash Sachdev and Aditi Rawat bid goodbye to the show - Times of India. The Times of India. Retrieved 2022-03-01.
- ↑ Avinash Sachdev's new love story. The Times of India.
- ↑ Teams. boxcricketleague.
- ↑ Balika Vadhu leap: Meet Anandi's daughter and other new characters. Hindustan Times(2016-04-25). Retrieved 2019-08-28.
- ↑ Nach Baliye 9: Wild card jodi Avinash Sachdev and Palak Purswani get eliminated. India Today(September 24, 2019). Retrieved 2022-03-01.
- ↑ Life OK to be rechristened Star Bharat on August 28. bestmediaifo.com. Retrieved 28 August 2017.
- ↑ Winners of 9th Indiantellyawards. Tellyawards.
- ↑ The Indian Telly Awards 2009 Popular Nominess. Tellyawards.