Ashish Chaudhary, a prominent Indian actor, rose to fame after his memorable portrayal of Boman Contractor in the Bollywood hit “Dhamaal.” This comprehensive biography delves into his life, career, and personal details.
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Ashish Chowdhry was born on Friday, July 21, 1978, in Guwahati, Assam. As of 2023, he is 45 years old. His zodiac sign is Cancer. He began appearing in television commercials while still in school, notably modeling for Parsi Dairy Farm. This early exposure to the entertainment industry paved the way for his future career.
Physical Appearance
- Height (approx.): 5′ 9″
- Hair Colour: Black
- Eye Colour: Dark Brown
Family, Caste & Wife
Ashish Chaudhary is the son of Indur Chowdhry and Sangeeta Chowdhry. He sadly lost his sister, Monica Chowdhry, who passed away. He met his wife, Samita Bangargi (also an actress), on the set of a Disney show on Doordarshan. Their friendship blossomed into romance, leading to marriage after approximately seven years of courtship. They have three children: a son, Agastya, and two daughters, Salara and Sammah, forming a loving and close-knit family.
Career
Ashish’s career started with modeling in television commercials and music videos. His acting debut was in the 1995 television serial “Apne Jaise Types,” where he played Rohan. He went on to star in other TV series, including “Khiladi,” “Hum Pardesi Ho Gaye,” and “Ek Mutthi Aasmaan,” showcasing his versatility as an actor. His Bollywood career includes films such as “Chalo America,” “Qayamat: City Under Threat,” “Speed,” and the aforementioned “Dhamaal.”
Beyond film and television, Ashish participated in various reality shows. He won season 6 of “Khatron Ke Khiladi: Darr Ka Blockbuster Returns” in 2015 and also appeared on “Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 8” the same year. In 2017, he played Detective Dev Anand Burman in the TV series “Dev,” and in 2019, he took on the role of Mrutunjya Roy in “Beyhadh 2.”
Favourite Things
Ashish’s preferences reveal a diverse taste:
| Category | Preference |
|---|---|
| Cuisine | Continental |
| Actor | Salman Khan |
| Actress | Madhuri Dixit |
| Films | Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! (1994), Titanic (1997) |
| Colour | White |
| Destination | Maldives |
| Cricketer | Yuvraj Singh |
Facts
Ashish is a fitness enthusiast, regularly hitting the gym and enjoying swimming and traveling. He’s a devotee of Lord Ganesha and also known to be an animal lover; he previously owned a pet dog named Hug. His strong bond with Yuvraj Singh is well-documented. He is involved with the NGO “Masoom,” which supports a night school. A poignant aspect of his life is his experience with the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, in which his sister and brother-in-law tragically lost their lives.
Despite his win on “Khatron Ke Khiladi,” he initially hesitated to participate. He’s also reflected on past work, stating he wouldn’t want his children to view his earlier film “Girlfriend” due to its content. This shows a mature reflection on his journey and career choices.
