Kushal Tandon, a prominent Indian actor and model, rose to fame after his remarkable portrayal of Virat Singh Vadhera in the popular television series “Ek Hazaaron Mein Meri Behna Hai.” His career has spanned diverse roles and reality TV appearances, making him a recognizable face in the Indian entertainment industry.

Wiki/Biography

Born on March 28, 1985, in Lucknow, India, Kushal Tandon’s zodiac sign is Aries. He celebrated his 39th birthday in 2024. His educational journey included attending Scindia School in Gwalior and later pursuing graduation at Hans Raj College in New Delhi. A standout athlete in his youth, he even played hockey at the state level. In 2005, he participated in Grasim Mr. India, securing the prestigious position of first runner-up. Following this accomplishment, he moved to Los Angeles to hone his acting skills at the esteemed New York Film Academy (NYFA).

Physical Appearance

Kushal Tandon possesses a striking presence. His approximate height is 6’2″. He has black hair and black eyes.

Family, Caste & Girlfriend

Kushal hails from a Hindu family. His father, Billu Tandon, is a successful businessman and a prominent figure in the transport and oil industry in Uttar Pradesh, also serving as the president of the Transport union there. His mother’s name is Sandhya Tandon. He has two older sisters, Tina and Bhavana. Notably, his grandfather was the late Indian politician, Lalji Tandon.

His romantic life has garnered attention. He dated Bulgarian model and actress Elena Boeva after meeting her during his acting course. Later relationships included Indian actress Gauhar Khan. He was also linked to Ankita Lokhande, Aneri Vajani, and Ridhima Pandit. In May 2023, rumors of a relationship with actress Shivangi Joshi were confirmed after a viral video from their Thailand trip surfaced.

Career

Kushal’s acting debut in 2011 with “Ek Hazaaron Mein Meri Behna Hai” marked the beginning of his successful career. He also participated in reality shows like “Nach Baliye 5” (with Elena Boeva), “Bigg Boss 7,” and “Khatron Ke Khiladi 5”. His talent extended to music videos, notably featuring in “Zaroori Tha” with Gauhar Khan. He also starred in the popular television series “Beyhadh” as Arjun Sharma and appeared in the web series “Hum” on Alt Balaji.

Controversies

Kushal has faced controversies. A notable instance involved a physical altercation with VJ Andy on Bigg Boss 7, stemming from remarks made about Gauhar Khan. Another public disagreement involved a Twitter exchange with actress Ameesha Patel concerning a national anthem incident.

Car/Bike Collection

Kushal’s impressive car collection includes a BMW 5 Series, and his love for motorcycles is evident with his Harley Davidson.

Favourite Things

Kushal’s preferences are diverse. His favourite foods include Chilli Paneer, his mother’s cooking, Dal-Chawal, and Rajma Chawal. He enjoys Scotch, chocolate desserts, and admires actors Sylvester Stallone and Jessica Alba. Among his favorite films are “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days” and the “Rocky” series. He lists “The O.C.” as a preferred TV show, “How I Met Your Mother” as his favorite sitcom, and Greece and Spain as preferred holiday destinations.

Facts

Kushal’s interests are varied. He enjoys swimming, hockey, cooking, and photography. He follows a non-vegetarian diet and is known to enjoy smoking and alcohol occasionally. His adventurous past includes breaking his hand to escape boarding school! He’s a dog lover, a religious person (regularly visits temples and Gurudwaras), and has a Hebrew tattoo of his mother’s name, “Sandhya,” on his right forearm. He values fitness, never skipping his workouts. He was recognized on Eastern Eye’s “50 Sexiest Asian Men” list in 2012, enjoys kickboxing, and shares a strong bond with actress Mrunal Thakur. His love for iced drinks is also noteworthy.

His life demonstrates a blend of professional success, personal experiences, and a unique personality that continues to captivate his fanbase.