Discover the life and career of Vikrant Massey, a prominent Indian actor known for his versatile roles in television and film. From his early beginnings to his current success, this comprehensive biography explores his journey.

Wiki/Biography

Vikrant Massey was born on Friday, April 3, 1987 (age 37 as of 2024), in Mumbai. His zodiac sign is Aries. He grew up in a close-knit family, in a modest Mumbai apartment. His education included attending St. Anthony’s High School and later R. D. National College of Arts & Science for his undergraduate studies. Even from a young age, his passion for acting and dance was evident, often performing in school skits. His teachers recognized his talent, encouraging his pursuit of performing arts. While in college, he honed his dance skills working with renowned choreographer Shiamak Davar.

At just 17, Vikrant received his first acting opportunity. A chance encounter at a Mumbai restaurant led to a role in a prime-time television show.

Physical Appearance

• Height (approx.): 5′ 9″
• Hair Colour: Black
• Eye Colour: Brown

Family

Vikrant Massey comes from a Christian (Roman Catholic) family background.

Parents & Siblings

His parents are Jolly Massey (Christian) and Aamna Massey (Sikh). He has an older brother, Mohsin Massey (also known as Moeen Massey), who converted to Islam at age 17.

Wife

Vikrant Massey married actress and model Sheetal Thakur on February 14, 2022, in a registered court marriage. Their engagement followed a four-year courtship, announced in November 2019. They later celebrated with a traditional Hindu wedding ceremony in Himachal Pradesh on February 18, 2022. In February 2024, they welcomed their son, Vardaan.

Career

Vikrant’s career started with ballet under Shiamak Davar. He then transitioned to television, appearing in shows such as “Dhoom Machaao Dhoom,” “Dharam Veer,” and notably, “Balika Vadhu,” which brought him widespread recognition. He also starred in several other popular television series including “Baba Aiso Varr Dhoondo,” “Qubool Hai,” and “Ajab Gajab Ghar Jamai.”

After five years in television, Vikrant ventured into films, debuting with a significant role in “Lootera” (2013). He has since taken on a variety of diverse roles, showcasing his range and versatility. This includes playing unconventional characters such as Shutu in “A Death in the Gunj,” Arshad in “Lipstick Under My Burkha,” and Rana in “Dil Dhadakne Do.”

His work extends to web series (“Rise,” “Mirzapur,” “Broken But Beautiful,” “Made in Heaven,” and “Criminal Justice”), and short films (“Un Hazaaron Ke Naam,” “Best Girlfriend,” “35MM,” and “Detour”). He has also appeared in numerous television commercials.

In late 2024, there were reports of him retiring from acting, but he clarified that this was a misunderstanding.

Awards

Vikrant Massey has received numerous accolades for his exceptional performances. Some of his notable awards include:

Car/Bike

Vikrant Massey owns a Ducati motorcycle.

Tattoo

He has a tattoo of his son Vardaan’s name on his right arm.

Favourites

• Food: Rajma Chawal, Palak Paneer
• Actors: Ajay Devgn, KK Menon, Irrfan Khan, Pankaj Kapur
• Actress: Tabu
• Films: Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam (1999), Vaastav (1999), Yuva (2004)
• Sport: Cricket

Facts

• Hobbies: Dancing, traveling, playing cricket, video games, collecting perfumes, shoes, and sunglasses.
• He’s a trained ballet dancer.
• He once declined a lucrative television contract to pursue films.
• He follows a non-vegetarian diet.
• His nickname is Sonu.
• He is a dog lover.
• He’s featured on the cover of several magazines.
• He has a strong philosophy regarding his acting career, focusing on genuine performance rather than superficial aspects.
• He shared an anecdote about a bride who disrupted a film shoot to meet him.