| Shabir Ahluwalia Quick Info | |
|---|---|
| Height | 5 ft 9 in |
| Weight | 72 kg |
| Date of Birth | August 10, 1979 |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo |
| Spouse | Kanchi Kaul |
Shabir Ahluwalia is an Indian actor, producer, and host who is best known for having been cast as Abhishek Mehra in the television drama series, Kumkum Bhagya. In addition to that, he is also known for his on-screen roles in projects such as Shootout at Lokhandwala, Kasamh Se, Kasautii Zindagii Kay, Laagi Tumse Lagan, Kya Hadsaa Kya Haqeeqat, Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, Kahi To Milenge, Kayamath, Kahiin To Hoga, and Fixerr.
Born Name
Shabir Sebastian Ahluwalia
Nick Name
Shabir
Sun Sign
Leo
Born Place
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Residence
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Nationality
Education
Shabir Ahluwalia studied at St. Xavier’s High School in Vile Parle, Mumbai and then attended the University of Maryland, College Park in Maryland, United States.
Occupation
Actor, Host, Producer
Family
- Siblings – Shefali Ahluwalia (Sister), Sameer Ahluwalia (Brother)
Build
Athletic
Height
5 ft 9 in or 175 cm
Weight
72 kg or 158.5 lbs
Girlfriend / Spouse
Shabir Ahluwalia has dated –
- Kanchi Kaul (2011-Present) – He married actress Kanchi Kaul in the year 2011 and the duo parents 2 sons.
Race / Ethnicity
Asian (Indian)
Shabir Ahluwalia is of Punjabi (Sikh) descent on his father’s side.
Hair Color
Black
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Deep-set eyes
- Sports a goatee
Brand Endorsements
He has done endorsement work for ZEE5 Shows, etc.
Shabir Ahluwalia Facts
- In the year 2010, he appeared as a contestant on the 3rd season of the stunt reality television series, Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi, alongside Ritwik Bhattacharya, Dino Morea, Karan Singh Grover, Angad Bedi, and Milind Soman. Shabir Ahluwalia wrapped up his journey on the show as the winner.
- He started appearing as Abhishek Prem Mehra in Kumkum Bhagya in 2014 and this role won him the 2015 Gold Award for “Best Actor in a Lead Role (Critics)”, the 2016 Indian Television Academy Award for “Best Actor – Popular”, and the 2018 Gold Award for “Best Actor in Lead Role (Popular)”.
- In 2019, he was seen as Jaiveer Maalik in the Hindi action drama web series, Fixerr, in which he co-starred alongside Mahie Gill, Karishma Sharma, Tigmanshu Dhulia, and Varun Badola.
- Shabir Ahluwalia has served as a host on shows such as Nach Baliye, Guinness World Records – Ab India Todega, and Dancing Queen.
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