Sandiip Sikcand is an Indian producer, writer, and creative director. He is the producer of many popular Indian television shows such as ‘Kahaan Hum Kahaan Tum’ (2019), ‘Mehendi Hai Rachne Wali’ (2021), and ‘Bohot Pyaar Karte Hai’ (2021).
Wiki/Biography
Sandiip Sikcand was born on Saturday, 26 September 1970 (age 52; as of 2022). He did his schooling at St. Andrew’s High School in Mumbai. He studied commerce at Sydenham College of Commerce and Economics in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Sandeep Sikand’s childhood photograph
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 10″
Weight (approx.): 75 kg
Hair Colour: Black
Eye Colour: Black
In an interview, he revealed that he underwent a hair transplant as his hair started falling when he was young.
Sandiip Sikcand before and after hair transplant
Tattoos
He has got many tattoos inked on his body.
- He got inked a tattoo quoted “Dear God.. thank you…”
Sandiip Sikcand’s tattoo
- ‘Colourful stars’ on his right forearm
Stas tattoo on his right forearm
- A rose flower on his neck below his right ear
Sandiip Sikcand’s tattoo on his neck
- A heart and a pouch on his left forearm
A few tattoos on his left forearm
- A tattoo on his left bicep
Sandiip Sikcand’s tattoo on his left bicep
- A tattoo on his right bicep
Sandiip Sikcand’s tattoo on his right bicep
Family
Parents & Siblings
His mother’s name is Veena Sikcand.
Sandeep Sikand with his mother
He has a sister.
Sandiip Sikcand with his sister in childhood and when they grew up
Wife
He is unmarried.
Career
Actor
Sandiip Sikcand had dreamt of becoming an actor since he was a child. He started his own theatre company named Masquerade wherein he started producing and directing plays. He also appeared in a supporting role in various shows like ‘Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii’ (2000), ‘Kesar’ (2004), and ‘Kkehna Hai Kuch Mujhko’ (2004). In 2011, he made his Bollywood debut by playing the role of a transgender, Nirmala Pandit, in the film “Murder 2.” According to him, it was the best role played by him in his acting career span. While talking about his role in an interview, he said,
Playing this character was a challenge and I had a great time doing it. It’s a powerful role.”
Sandiip Sikcand as Nirmala Pandit in the film ‘Murder 2’
In 2012, he appeared in the film “Black Money” as Dinesh Zaveri. He also played the role of Dr Prashant in the film “Tu Hai Mera Sunday” in 2016.
Producer
He has produced various TV shows including ‘Kahaan Hum Kahaan Tum’ (2019), ‘Mehendi Hai Rachne Wali’ (2021), and ‘Bohot Pyaar Karte Hai’ (2021).
Poster of the show ‘Bohot Pyaar Karte Hai’
In 2019, he produced a Telugu show “Gorintaku” which gained immense appreciation from the audience. In 2022, he made his debut in the Marathi television industry with the show ‘Aboli.’
Poster of the show ‘Aboli’
Creative Director
In 2000, he worked as a creative director for the popular Indian soap opera “Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii” which aired on Star Plus. Some other shows for which Sikcand has worked include ‘Amrit Manthan’ (2012), ‘Kasamh Se’ (2006), ‘Yeh Hai Mohabbatein’ (2013). In 2017, he did the show “Dhhai Kilo Prem” the concept of which is based on Sikcand’s own experiences in life. While talking about the show in an interview, he said,
I have always been a fat kid and this has been with me always from my school days. The concept of Dhhai Kilo Prem came out of this fact. This concept has come from my own life. In today’s time, we pay a lot of attention to how a person looks, and not on how a person behaves.”
Poster of the show ‘Dhhai Kilo Prem’
Bigg Boss
Sandiip Sikcand played a significant role in introducing the controversial reality show “Bigg Boss” to Indian viewers. He was the Programming Head for Sony when the first season of Bigg Boss premiered in 2006. He also added an extra ‘G’ in the title of the show after which it is spelt as ‘Bigg Boss.’ Sikcand always stays connected with the show and usually shares his reviews for the show on his Twitter account.
Sandiip Sikcand’s reviews on Bigg Boss’s contestants on his Twitter account
He has made a guest appearance in the show in various seasons including seasons 14 and 16.
Sandiip Sikcand (centre) in Bigg Boss Season 16
Favourites
- Song: ‘Lag Jaa Gale’ from the film “Woh Kaun Thi?”
- TV Actor(s): Vivek Dahiya, Karan Grover, Sudeep Sahir
- TV Actress(es): Divyanka Tripathi, Dipika Kakar
- TV Show: Bigg Boss Marathi Season 2, Yeh Hai Mohabbatein
- Destination: New York, London
- Colour: Orange, Red, White, Black
- Web Series: House of Cards, Madam Secretary, 13 Reasons Why
Facts/Trivia
- Sandiip Sikcand started his own Garment Export Business at the age of 17. He worked there for almost ten years, but later, he realised that he was not interested in that field and decided to try his hand at acting.
- After joining Balaji Telefilms as an Associate Creative Head he was promoted to Creative Head within two months.
- He became the Chief Creative Officer (CCO) of Sony Entertainment Television in 2006.
- He has a huge collection of DVDs which he never wanted to share with anyone.
- He loves to watch movies and plays in his leisure time.
- In an interview, when he was asked about his bucket list, he revealed that he wanted to buy a house in New York and wanted to travel the whole world.
- Apart from producer and creative director, Sikcand has also worked as a writer and has written some short films, though he didn’t get much success in the field of writing.
- His show “Mehendi Hai Rachne Wali” is a remake of his Telugu show “Gorintaku” which aired on Star Maa.
- Apart from Hindi serials, he also produced some Telugu, Kannada, and Marathi television serials.
Categories: Biography
Source: SCHOOL TRANG DAI
