Arav Chowdharry: A Versatile Actor with a Strong Theatrical Foundation

Arav Chowdharry: A Versatile Actor with a Strong Theatrical Foundation

Arav Chowdharry: A Versatile Actor with a Strong Theatrical Foundation

Arav Chowdharry, a seasoned actor and former Mr. India, hails from Jaipur, Rajasthan. With a strong foundation in theatre from Ravindra Manch, he has successfully transitioned into films, television, and modeling. His linguistic prowess spans Hindi, Urdu, Rajasthani, Punjabi, and English, making him a versatile performer across industries.

A Stellar Film Career

Arav has made a mark in Bollywood with roles in several high-profile films, including:

Dhoom (Yash Raj Films)

Lakshya (Farhan Akhtar)

Family (Rajkumar Santoshi)

No Smoking (Anurag Kashyap)

Right Ya Wrong (Subhash Ghai)

Housefull 3 (Sajid Nadiadwala)


His talent has also extended to international cinema with roles in English films, The Deadly Disciple and The Perfect Husband. In South Indian cinema, he has featured in Tamil films, Vivegam (alongside Ajith Kumar) and Action (with Vishal and Tamanna). His latest release, Razakar, a critically acclaimed Telugu film, has further solidified his place in Indian cinema.

Iconic Television Roles

Arav’s most celebrated role remains Bhishma in the grand television series Mahabharat, where he brilliantly portrayed the transformation of Devrat from a young prince to the mighty Bhishma, spanning 25 to 200 years. Currently, he stars as Maharaj Dashrath in Sony TV's Shrimad Ramayan, bringing to life the journey of a young warrior king who later faces the emotional turmoil of parting with his beloved son, Lord Ram.Ramayan is over .. this show has been replaced on the same channel and by the same makers - Swastik Production- Veer Hanuman , story of Bal Hanuman , where Arav Chowdharry plays Hanuman Ji’s father King Sumeru Raj Kesari

A Model and Performer Across Platforms

Before entering films, Arav was a sought-after model, representing leading brands and walking the ramp in top fashion shows. His journey from modeling to acting showcases his dedication and versatility.

Looking Ahead

With a passion for challenging roles, Arav Chowdharry is keen on working in meaningful films and web shows, continuing to push the boundaries of storytelling and character portrayal.