Quick Info

ProfessionActor
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth22/08/1986
Age39 years
BirthplaceMumbai

Latest News about Avinash Sachdev

02/2026

Avinash Sachdev made his television comeback after a hiatus of nearly seven years with the Colors TV drama series Mangal Lakshmi in February 2026. He portrays Jairaj Raizada, an undercover Assistant Commissioner of Police officer who masks his identity as a wealthy business tycoon while secretly leading a national case to track and dismantle a major corruption scheme involving counterfeit cash operations across India.

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Bio/Wiki

Full nameAvinash Vijay Sachdev

Physical Stats & More

Height180 cm
Weight75 kg
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack
Chest41 Inches
Waist32 Inches
Biceps13 Inches

Personal Life

Age (as of 2023)37 Years
ReligionHinduism
HobbiesTravelling, Dancing

Relationships & More

Marital StatusDivorced
Affairs/Girlfriends
Marriage Date12/06/2015
Divorce Date2017

Family

Wife/SpouseShalmalee Desai (Actress)
ParentsNames not known
SiblingsHe is the only child of his parents.

Career

Debut
TV (assistant director)Hatim (2004) on StarPlus
TV (actor)Karam Apnaa Apnaa (2006) on StarPlus as Sumit Malhotra
Awards
  • Won the Fresh New Face (Male) award at the Indian Telly Awards for the TV show 'Chotti Bahu' in 2009
  • Nominated for Best New Actor in Lead Role (Male) Award at the Indian Telly Awards for the TV show 'Chotti Bahu' in 2009
  • Zee Rishtey Award (2009)
  • Zee Rishtey Award (2011)
Notable Roles
  • Dev Purohit in Chotti Bahu (2008-2012) on Zee TV
  • Shlok Agnihotri in Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon? Ek Baar Phir (2013-2015) on StarPlus
  • Jairaj Raizada in Mangal Lakshmi (2026) on Colors TV

Favourites

FoodTandoori Chicken
RestaurantMasala Mantar, Mumbai
DessertsGulab Jamun, Ice-Cream, Brownie
Drink (non-alcoholic)Pomegranate juice
Drink (alcoholic)Whisky
DestinationEgypt
ColoursBlack, Blue

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Avinash Sachdev is an Indian model and actor known for his roles in Hindi television series.
2. He rose to fame portraying Dev Purohit in the TV show 'Chotti Bahu' (2008) on Zee TV.
3. In 2023, he appeared on the reality digital series Bigg Boss OTT 2 as a contestant on Jio Cinema.
4. Born in Mumbai, he was raised in Vadodara, Gujarat.
5. During his childhood, he dreamt of becoming a director.
6. Between 2004 and 2005, he won titles like Mr Baroda, Mr University, and Mr Gujarat.
7. His career began as an assistant director on the TV show 'Hatim' (2004) before assisting Farhan Akhtar in the film 'Rock On!!' (2008).
8. He competed in the sport-reality show 'Box Cricket League (BCL)' for Kolkata Baabu Moshayes in 2015 and Jaipur Raj Joshiley in 2016.
9. In 2016, he launched a YouTube channel called 'MONKTALES by Avinash Sachdev' featuring travel vlogs.
10. Teamed up with Palak Purswani, he participated in the dance reality show 'Nach Baliye 9' on StarPlus in 2019.
11. Avinash has starred in various TV shows, web series, and commercials for top brands.
12. He ventured into dubbing, lending his voice to Dhanush's character in the Hindi dubbed version of the film 'Vaathi' (2023).
13. The COVID-19 pandemic led to financial struggles, resulting in the closure of his restaurant in less than two years.
14. In interviews, he openly discussed his breakups with Rubina Dilaik and Palak Purswani, detailing the industry's challenges.
15. He participated in the Gladrags Model Hunt pageant.
16. He appeared in commercials for eBay and GRT Jewellers.
17. He appeared alongside Preity Zinta in a TVS Scooty commercial.
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