Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, Producer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 01/08/1976 |
| Age | 50 years |
| Birthplace | Ahmedabad, Gujarat |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo |
Latest News about Amar Upadhyay
15/03/2025
Amar Upadhyay concluded his role in the Hindi television series 'Doree' after a two-year run that began in 2023. The show ended in 2025, and his exit marked the close of a major recent television commitment.
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Bio/Wiki
| Amar Upadhyay is an Indian actor, television producer, and model known for his versatile roles in Hindi television and films. | |
| He is the originator of the iconic character Mihir Virani in the long-running soap opera 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi'. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 178 cm |
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| Weight | 72 kg |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Graduation in Chemical Engineering | Bombay Institute of Technology |
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| Film and Television Institute of India | Pune |
Personal Life
| Ethnicity | Gujarati |
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| Food Habit | Vegetarian |
| Address | 5 BHK apartment in Re Classic 905/906, Versova, Andheri(W), Mumbai |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Vida Samadzai (rumoured; Afghan-American actress and model) |
| Spouse | Hetal Upadhyay (m. 1999) |
Family
| Father | Harshad Upadhyay (retired banker) |
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| Mother | Name |
| Spouse | Hetal Upadhyay |
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Career
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| Reality TV | Bigg Boss (2011, finalist) | ||||||||||
Favourites
| Actor(s) | Amitabh Bachchan, Aamir Khan |
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| Actress(es) | Madhuri Dixit, Kajol |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Food | Goa, London |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Amar Upadhyay is an Indian actor, television producer, and model. | |
| 2. He originated the role of Mihir Virani in the Hindi TV series 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi' in 2000. | |
| 3. Born in Ahmedabad, he grew up in Mumbai. | |
| 4. At age 15, he stumbled upon a biscuit ad shoot where he got his first acting role and Rs 1000. | |
| 5. Starting as a model, Amar has graced the ramp in numerous fashion shows. | |
| 6. Spotted by Jaya Bachchan, he made his acting debut in 'Dekh Bhai Dekh'. | |
| 7. Known for playing Mihir Virani, he left 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi' eventually due to scheduling conflicts. | |
| 8. He has acted in various TV series and films in multiple languages. | |
| 9. Amar is the proud owner of the film production company 'Bharti Telecraft'. | |
| 10. He holds a black belt in Taekwondo. | |
| 11. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, watching movies, and reading books. | |
| 12. An animal lover, he cherishes his pet dog named Oreo. | |
| 13. Amar deeply believes in Lord Ganesha and practices his faith. |
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