Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, Radio Jockey, TV Host |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 24/11/1987 |
| Age | 38 years |
| Birthplace | Delhi, India |
Latest News about Abhilash Thapliyal
01/01/2025
Abhilash Thapliyal announced his departure from radio after nearly two decades to focus exclusively on his acting career. He stated that he chose to quit radio to pursue acting full-time, giving it his undivided attention and prioritizing growth over comfort, while expressing his desire to explore darker and more complex characters beyond conventional roles.
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Bio/Wiki
| Abhilash Thapliyal is an Indian actor, radio jockey, television host, writer, and public speaker known for his work in radio, films, web series, and digital content. | |
| He began his entertainment career while still studying at Delhi University and later became widely known for his radio shows and satirical performances. | |
| Known as 'Behroopiya' (impressionist), he rose to fame during the COVID-19 pandemic for his viral roles as JD Saab, Muffler Man, and Journalist. | |
| After nearly two decades as a radio jockey, he recently stepped away from the mic to focus entirely on acting, stating he quit radio to pursue acting full-time and give it his undivided attention. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5.7 feet |
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| Weight | 65 Kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
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| Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication | 2005-2008 |
| MA in Mass Communication and Journalism | 2010-2012 |
| Educational Qualification | Graduate |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
| Hobbies | Reading, Travelling |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Anubhooti Panda (manager at Indian Oil Corporation Ltd., Mumbai) |
| Marriage Date | 15/04/2015 |
Family
| Father | Retired Army officer (deceased in 2021 due to cancer) |
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| Siblings | One sister |
| Spouse | Anubhooti Panda |
Career
| Debut TV (Host) | He Thand Rakh (2016); aired on MTV |
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| Debut Film | Makhna (2017) |
| Debut Web Series | TVF Inmates (2017) as Suckesh; streamed on TVF Play, YouTube |
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Favourites
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| Actress | Taapsee Pannu |
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| Cuisine | Continental |
| Color | Blue |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/abhilashthapliyal/ | |
| https://www.linkedin.com/in/abhilashthapliyal |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Abhilash Thapliyal is an Indian radio jockey, actor, and TV host known for his work in Bollywood, such as playing Prashant in "Dil Juunglee" (2018). | |
| 2. He was born into a Pahadi family in Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir. | |
| 3. Abhilash was often introduced as funny and entertaining since childhood by his parents. | |
| 4. His father's career in the Indian Army led the family to live in cities like Delhi, Gwalior, Gurdaspur, and Jaipur. | |
| 5. Initially wanting to join the Army like his father, he pursued Radio and a Bachelor's in Journalism after being rejected by the NDA. | |
| 6. In 2006, while studying in Delhi, he began his radio career with a music show on All India Radio. | |
| 7. He later worked with Tarang FM 104 and Radio City 91.1, and hosted shows on Fever FM, Red FM, and Big FM 92.7. | |
| 8. Abhilash is known as the first RJ in India to perform live prank calls on celebrities like Irrfan Khan. | |
| 9. He has hosted events like GiMA Red Carpet, Ghanta Awards, IPL, and F1 races, along with acting in TVF web series and Bollywood films. | |
| 10. Abhilash has worked as a voice-over artist for channels like Nat Geo, Bindass, and Cartoon Network. | |
| 11. Despite being a teetotaler, he experimented with alcohol once for a role in the SonyLIV series Faadu (2022). | |
| 12. He shared on Instagram that he dislikes smoking. | |
| 13. After nearly two decades as a radio jockey, Abhilash Thapliyal recently stepped away from the mic to focus entirely on acting. | |
| 14. He stated that he quit radio to pursue acting full-time and give it his undivided attention, choosing growth over comfort. | |
| 15. Abhilash wants to explore roles beyond conventional expectations, including darker and complex characters. |