Priyank Sharma, a multifaceted Indian personality, is a model, dancer, choreographer, and actor known for his appearances in several reality TV shows. His career has been marked by both success and controversy, making him a captivating figure in the Indian entertainment industry.
Wiki/Biography
Priyank Sharma was born on Monday, August 2, 1993 (age 30 as of 2024) in Delhi, India. His zodiac sign is Leo. He honed his dance skills at the prestigious Shiamak Davar Dance Academy. At the young age of 19, he transitioned from student to choreographer at the academy, a position he held for three years.
Physical Appearance
Priyank boasts an impressive physique:
- Height (approx.): 5′ 8″
- Weight (approx.): 70 kg
- Hair Colour: Black
- Eye Colour: Black
- Body Measurements (approx.): Chest: 42″; Waist: 30″; Biceps: 16″
Family
Priyank hails from a middle-class Punjabi family. His mother’s name is Vandana Sharma, and he has a younger sister, Anushka Sharma.
Parents & Siblings
Information about his father is not publicly available. His close family provides strong support, as evidenced by his comments regarding the Vikas Gupta controversy.
Relationships/Affairs
Priyank’s romantic life has been a subject of public interest. His relationships have played out in the public eye, often intertwined with his reality TV appearances.
Divya Agarwal
His relationship with Divya Agarwal, a fellow contestant on Splitsvilla 10, ended during his time on Bigg Boss 11. Rumours linked this to his closeness with Benafsha Soonawalla.
Benafsha Soonawalla
His relationship with Benafsha Soonawalla began during Bigg Boss 11. Their romance unfolded on the show, despite both initially being involved with other people. While they publicly confirmed their relationship later, it ultimately ended. In a 2023 interview, Priyank discussed a recent breakup, adding another layer to his complex dating history.
Career
Television
Priyank’s television career began with “Pyaar Tune Kya Kiya” in 2016. His breakout came in 2017, participating in three high-profile reality shows: Roadies Rising, Splitsvilla 10 (where he won second place with Divya Agarwal), and Bigg Boss 11. He also appeared in “MTV Big F Season 2” and the web series “Punch Beat”. His later TV credits include “Mum Bhai,” “The Holiday,” and “Jab We Matched.”
Other Works
Beyond television, Priyank has modeled at the India Kids Fashion Week and featured in numerous music videos, collaborating with artists like Arjit Singh and Armaan Malik.
Controversy
Issues on Bigg Boss Season 11
Priyank’s time on Bigg Boss 11 was marked by controversy. He was briefly evicted for pushing fellow contestant Akash Dadlani, violating house rules. He later rejoined the show.
Controversy With Vikas Gupta
A significant controversy involved Vikas Gupta, with accusations of blackmail and bullying exchanged between them. Vikas alleged a past relationship and subsequent harassment by Priyank, while Priyank denied these claims and stated that Vikas later apologized.
Police Complaint Against Attacker
In July 2022, Priyank was physically assaulted at a hospital. He filed a police complaint, reporting the incident and expressing frustration over the lack of cooperation from the hospital regarding security footage.
Car Collection
Priyank owns a black BMW GT, acquired in 2019.
Facts/Trivia
Here are some interesting facts about Priyank Sharma:
- His fanbase is known as Priyankians.
- He is a fitness enthusiast, dedicated to maintaining his physique.
- He’s a dog lover.
- He is one of only two people (alongside Prince Narula) to have participated in MTV Roadies, MTV Splitsvilla, and Bigg Boss in the same year (2017).
- He has a significant social media presence, boasting millions of followers across different platforms.
