Aasif Sheikh Birthday Special: Interesting facts you didn’t know about the ‘Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai’ actor

After starring in several films and shows of different genres, the ace actor of Bollywood, Aasif Sheikh is currently entertaining the viewers as Vibhuti Ahuti Narayan Mishra in the popular comedy show, ‘Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai‘. The actor has become a household name after delivering some of the stellar performances both on silver and small screen.

From portraying a negative character to wowing the audience with his charm and entertaining us all with his best comic timing, Aasif has done it all!

On the occasion of the power-house performer Aasif’s 55th birthday, here we bring you some of the most interesting unknown facts about him. Have a look:

Lesser known facts about ‘Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai’ actor Aasif Sheikh

Aasif Sheikh is among those actors who are known for ruling million hearts. From the beginning, itself he was omnipresent across all the platforms whether it was movies or TV shows. Do you know that he was a part of India’s first-ever TV show ‘Hum Log’? Yes, after entertaining the audience with his performances in theatre, the actor was seen playing a negative role as Prince Ajay Singh in ‘Hum Log’ that featured on DD National.

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The actor, who has always been vocal about his love for acting, is a huge fan of superheroes right from his childhood. The actor who is quite famous for getting into the skin of the character used to dress up like his favourite movie stars during his childhood days.

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Aasif is associated with the Indian People’s Theater Association in Mumbai. He has acted in popular plays such as ‘Kabuliwala’, ‘Aakhri Shama’, ‘Hum Deewane Hum Parwane’ among several others. One of his most popular plays is  ‘U-Turn’ which also featured Poonam Dhillon.

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Aasif was a proficient athlete and he aspired to pursue a career in cricket or any other sports. However, an injury directed him towards his real calling i.e acting.

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In several interviews, Aasif had revealed that his father had almost disowned him on his decision to pursue acting as a career. His journey was full of roadblocks as he didn’t have any influential family background. The actor had a tough time settling in this glamorous city when he had no money and no shelter to depend on. Some even call him a ‘self-made’ star and we absolutely agree with them.

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The chartbuster song ‘Bin Tere Sanam’ of the 90s is still fresh in our mind. The song is considered as one of the most loved track from the film ‘Yaara Dildara’. But did you know the song featured Aasif in the lead role? One of the main reasons why the song was received so well by the audience, was Aasif’s charm and innocence.  Check out the song below:

Aasif is an all-time fitness freak and he loves going to the gym on a regular basis. The actor revealed that fitness is his mantra for survival. Aasif has always lived a very disciplined life and because of which he feels 35 even at the age of 55.

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Aasif also has a great interest in poetry and he even attracted a huge crowd at Jashn-e-Rekhta. His light-hearted session called ‘Bhabhi Ji Urdu Boliye’ will surely bring a smile on your face.

Here’s wishing the versatile actor a very Happy Birthday and a spectacular year ahead.

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