Anuj Sachdeva is an Indian actor, model, theater artist, dancer and host. He has worked in many television series and movies. Before making her acting debut, she was a model. Anuj has also participated in the Mr. Grasim India. Apart from being a model and actress, she is also actively involved with various charities and NGOs.
Wiki/Biography
Anuj Sachdeva was born on Friday, October 5, 1984 (age 35 years; as in 2019) in Delhi. He did his schooling from NC Jindal Public School Delhi. After that, he pursued BA (Hons) in History from Delhi College of Arts and Commerce (DCAC). After completing her studies, she entered the glamorous world as a model. Anuj participated in the Mr. India and titled ‘Mr. Photogenic.’
She made her Bollywood debut with the film “Delhii Heights” which also starred Neha Dhupia and Jimmy Shergill. After working in the entertainment industry for two years, he went to New York to further his studies in performing arts from the Lee Strasberg Theater and Film Institute. In addition, he is also a shoe designer and manages his father’s shoe business.
Physical appearance
- Height (approx): 5′ 11”
- Body Measurements (approx): Chest 43″, Waist 30″, Biceps 16″
Family, Caste & Girlfriend
Anuj Sachdeva was born into a Hindu Khatri Family. His father, Prem Sachdeva, is an entrepreneur and runs a shoe business while his mother, Shama Sachdeva, is a housewife.
Childhood images of Anuj Sachdeva
Anuj Sachdeva with his father-Prem Sachdeva
Anuj Sachdeva with his mother-Shama Sachdeva
He has an older sister.
Childhood photos of Anuj Sachdeva with his sister
Anuj Sachdeva is in a relationship with Urvashi Dholakia.
Anuj Sachdeva with Urvashi Dholakia
Career
Before entering the entertainment industry, Anuj Sachdeva worked as a model. He participated in the Mr. India Grasim and was given the title “Mr. Photogenic.” In the competition, he broke ice sheets with his elbow and, therefore, he was also judged as “Mr. Best Talent.”
In 2005, Anuj participated in the reality show “Roadies.” He made his acting debut in 2007 with the Bollywood film “Delhii Heights.”
Delhii Heights movie poster
She started working with Endemol in 2008 and left her job in 2010. In 2009, she made her television debut with the TV series “Sabki Laadli Bebo” opposite Shivshakti Sachdeva.
Anuj Sachdeva in Sabki Laadli Bebo
In 2012, he acted in the television series “Phir Subah Hogi” which aired on ZEE TV. Anuj left the show and moved to New York to pursue a course in acting. Anuj Sachdeva has worked in many tv series including “Chhanchhan,” “Itti Si Khushi” and “Swaragini -Jodein Rishton Ke Sur.”
Swaragini – Jodein Rishton Ke Sur
After working in “Delhii Heights,” Anuj Sachdeva also worked in films like “Police In Pollywood” and “Love Shagun.”
Anuj Sachdeva in ‘Love Shagun’
His work in the movie “Hawaa Hawaii” was highly appreciated. In the film, he played the role of Saqib Saleem’s brother.
Anuj has also worked in web series like “Bin Bulaye Mehmaan” (2018), “The Reunion” (2018) and “Breathe” (2018).
Anuj Sachdeva in ‘The Reunion’
Anuj Sachdeva at the premiere of ‘Breathe’
Anuj Sachdeva has appeared in music videos of songs- ‘Tu Chand Mera’ by Sonu Kakkar and Tony Kakkar, ‘Jaane Kya Ho Gaya’ by Desh Deepak, ‘Jiya Bekaraar’ by Shreya Ghoshal.
Apart from working in television series, films and music videos, Anuj has also appeared in television commercials for various popular brands alongside Bollywood actresses, Anushka Sharma, Deepika Padukone, Esha Gupta among others.
Anuj has also endorsed brands like Emirates NBD, Emirates (airline) and Dubai Shopping Festival.
In 2019, he participated in season 9 of the dance reality show “Nach Baliye” with his ex-girlfriend, Urvashi Dholakia.
Philanthropy
Anuj Sachdeva is actively involved with NGOs working towards animal welfare. He is associated with ‘Wildlife SOS,’ an NGO, working towards protecting Indian wildlife and conserving habitats. He is a member of the Elephant Rehabilitation Wing. On the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi in 2017, Anuj Sachdeva founded the ‘Living Ganesha Initiative’ to raise awareness among people and funds for the Elephant Care and Conservation Centre, Mathura.
Favorite Things
- Food: Dal-Makhani & Paranthe, Tiramisu, Chocolate
- Song: ‘Lag Ja Gale’ (Woh Kaun Thi?- 1964)
Smoking & Drinking Habits
Anuj Sachdeva smokes cigarettes and also drinks alcohol.
Facts
- Anuj Sachdeva’s hobbies include gardening, dancing, traveling and cycling.
- He is trained in martial arts and is also a black belt in Taekwondo. He won a gold medal for three years while at the YMCA.
- Anuj is a trained hip-hop dancer and can also play the bongo drum.
- He is a fan of Amitabh Bachchan and considers him the ‘Boss of Anchoring. Anuj has also appeared in Amitabh Bachchan’s game show “Kaun Banega Crorepati.”
Anuj Sachdeva with Amitabh Bachchan
- He considered Kamal Haasan’s role in the film “Sadma” (1983) as his dream role.
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