| 1. Upen's family originates from Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, and later relocated to London, England. |
| 2. During his school days, Upen actively took part in various football competitions. |
| 3. Starting his career as a model in his teenage years, Upen embarked on his professional journey. |
| 4. In 2002, Upen emerged victorious in Zee TVâs search for a supermodel competition. |
| 5. He has graced the runway for numerous renowned fashion designers, showcasing their creations. |
| 6. In 2005, Upen took on the role of a host for the reality TV cooking show 'Cook Na Kaho.' |
| 7. Following their meeting on 'Bigg Boss Season 8,' Upen and Karishma Tanna began a romantic relationship. |
| 8. The duo, Upen and Karishma, not only participated in 'Nach Baliye Season 7' but also co-hosted 'MTV Love School.' |
| 9. With a penchant for shoes, Upen delights in collecting over 150 pairs of designer footwear. |
| 10. His career has seen Upen featured in more than 150 music videos, showcasing his versatility and talent. |
| 11. Upen was listed in the top 10 sexiest men in Asia for five consecutive years. |
| 12. He was judged as the model of the year for four consecutive years. |
| 13. Upen drew Los Angeles Independence Day Parade's largest crowd of 50,000 when he was its first ever male Grand Marshal. |
| 14. His last major Hindi film was Ek Haseena Thi Ek Deewana Tha in 2017. |
| 15. His last screen appearance was in the Telugu film Chanakya in 2019. |
