Hrishikesh Pandey is a celebrated Indian television actor, widely recognized for his portrayal of Inspector Sachin in the popular Sony TV series CID. This comprehensive biography delves into his life, career, and personal details.

Wiki/Biography

Born on Wednesday, December 11, 1974, in Mumbai, Hrishikesh Pandey’s zodiac sign is Sagittarius. He completed his schooling and then pursued a Bachelor of Science degree from a science college in Raipur.

Family, Caste & Wife

Hrishikesh hails from a Hindu family with ancestral roots in Deoria district, East Uttar Pradesh. His father, G N Pandey, a former army man, passed away in 2005. His elder brother also served in the Indian Army. He is married to Trisha Pandey and they have a son, Dakshay Pandey.

Career

Hrishikesh began his acting career in 2004 with the Zee TV serial, Kohi Apna Sa. His impressive body of work includes roles in serials like Special Bureau (2004), Aahat (2012), and Porus (2017). A notable role was in Star Bharat’s mythological series, Jag Jaanani Maa Vaishnodevi – Kahani Matarani Ki (2019), where he played King Ratnakar Sagar.

Favourites

Here are some of Hrishikesh Pandey’s preferences:

• Food: North-Indian Cuisines
• Singer: Lata Mangeshkar
• Sport: Cricket

Facts

• His family and friends affectionately call him Tunnu.
• He owns a car and a Royal Enfield motorcycle.
• He shares a close bond with Lata Mangeshkar and her sisters, often visiting them during festivals.
• He is a sports enthusiast, enjoying cricket, volleyball, squash, football, boxing, and swimming.
• He notably declined roles in two versions of the Mahabharata produced by Ekta Kapoor and Bobby in 2008.
• A devotee of Lord Ganesha, he possesses over five Ganesha idols at his home.
• In June 2022, he experienced an unfortunate incident involving theft of cash and valuables while traveling on a bus with his family.

The incident, reported to the Colaba and Malad police stations, highlighted the risks of traveling even on seemingly secure public transport. He emphasized the importance of being vigilant about personal belongings, even in what appears to be a safe environment.

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