Nihaar Pandya is a multifaceted Indian personality, recognized as an actor and model. He’s also known for his past relationship with Deepika Padukone. Let’s delve into his life and career.
Biography/Wiki & Career
Born on March 28, 1982, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, Nihaar attended Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics. While not academically inclined, he excelled in sports, particularly sprinting, representing Maharashtra in competitions. His passion extended to cricket, often leading to college absences. He played at school and college levels, even representing Mumbai in various teams.
His acting journey began unexpectedly. While accompanying his uncle (a doctor on a film set), he witnessed actors suffering heatstroke. This sparked his interest. He subsequently enrolled at Anupam Kher’s Actor Prepares to hone his skills. To improve his rhythm, as suggested by Priyanka Chopra, he studied Kathak under Veeru Krishna and also mastered Hindustani Classical Music.
He debuted in Bollywood with “Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi” (2019), portraying Baji Rao II alongside Kangana Ranaut.
Physical Appearance
Here’s a summary of Nihaar’s physical attributes:
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Height | 5′ 9″ |
| Weight | 75 kg |
| Body Measurements | 42″ Chest, 32″ Waist, 16″ Biceps |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Family, Caste & Girlfriends
Nihaar comes from an upper-middle-class Gujarati family. His mother is Dipti Pandya, and he has a brother, Paarth Pandya.
His past relationships include a notable live-in relationship with Deepika Padukone during her modeling days in Mumbai. He also dated actress Gauhar Khan and Neeti Mohan. He married Neeti Mohan on February 15, 2019, at the Taj Falaknuma Palace, Hyderabad.
Favourite Things
Nihaar’s preferences include:
- Actors: Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, Hrithik Roshan, Robert Downey Jr.
- Actress: Priyanka Chopra
- Film: Dangal
- Author: Paulo Coelho
- Restaurant: Royal China in Mumbai
- Athletes: MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, Roger Federer, Usain Bolt
Facts
Interesting facts about Nihaar:
- During the filming of “Manikarnika,” an action sequence resulted in an injury to Kangana Ranaut, requiring 15 stitches.
- He maintains a close friendship with Sania Mirza.
- His hobbies include adventure sports, dancing, singing, reading, and gymnastics.
- A dog lover, he supports an animal welfare NGO.
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