Shaheer Sheikh

His performance earned him ITA Award for GR8! Performer of the Year. Sheikh rose to fame with his portrayal of Arjuna in Mahabharat (2013–2014), for which he received widespread acclaim and several nominations. Post his success with Mahabharat, Sheikh took a break from Indian television and made his Indonesian television debut with Cinta di Langit Taj Mahal (2015) and appeared in several series and films. Sheikh established himself as a leading television actor with his portrayal of Devrath Dixit in Kuch Rang Pyar Ke Aise Bhi (2016–2017) and Abir Rajvansh in Yeh Rishtey Hain Pyaar Ke (2019–2020). He has since portrayed Manav Deshmukh in the web series Pavitra Rishta- Its Never Too Late (2021) and Krishna Chaudhary in Woh Toh Hai Albelaa (2022–2023). Sheikh expanded to Hindi films with Do Patti (2024).

• Name — Shaheer Sheikh • Birth Name — Shaheer Nawaz Sheikh • Born — 26 March 1984 • Birthplace — Bhaderwah, Jammu and Kashmir, India • Occupation — * Actor • model • Children — 2 • Years Active — 2009–present

Sheikh was born on 26 March 1984 in Bhaderwah, Doda, Jammu and Kashmir to Shahnawaz Sheikh and Dilshad Sheikh. He has two younger sisters, Aleefa and Ifrah. He completed his schooling at Little Flower School, Jammu & Hari Singh Higher Secondary School, Jammu. He graduated with a Bachelor of Laws (L.L.B.) degree from New Law College, Bharati Vidyapeeth University, Pune.

After receiving his L.L.B., Sheikh began working for a law firm, after which he started a career as a photographer. He then went on to do modelling. In 2009, Sheikh made his screen debut with Kya Mast Hai Life. He portrayed Veer, a teenager who loves music opposite Nazneen Ghaani. In 2010, he portrayed Nana Sahib in Jhansi Ki Rani, replacing Satyajeet Dubey. From 2011 to 2012, Sheikh appeared in Navya..Naye Dhadkan Naye Sawaal, which proved to be his breakthrough. He portrayed Anant, a college student and traditional boy opposite Saumya Seth. The series received positive response and earned him the ITA Award for GR8! Performer of the Year. In 2011, Sheikh also portrayed Ritesh opposite Sheena Bajaj in Best Of Luck Nikki. In 2012, Sheikh appeared in an episode of the telefilm Teri Meri Love Stories opposite Mahhi Vij.

Sheikh's career marked a turning point with Swastik Productions' Mahabharat. From 2013 to 2014, he portrayed Arjuna, the third Pandava opposite Pooja Sharma and Veebha Anand. His chemistry with Sharma was extremely appreciated and became highlight of the show. To prepare for the role, he underwent intense training for almost eight months, including fitness, horse riding and weapons training. Mahabharat was a huge critical and commercial success and earned him nominations for ITA Award for Best Actor – Popular and Indian Telly Award for Best Actor in a Lead Role. Mahabharat established Sheikh as a popular personality in Indonesia, where he was often credited as the "SRK of the country". This recognition led to Sheikh shifting his focus to a career in Indonesia. In 2014, he hosted Indonesian reality television Panah Asmara Arjuna and a variety show The New Eat Bulaga! Indonesia along with his costars from Mahabharat. In 2015, he co-hosted the television talent show Asia's Got Talent with Marc Nelson. He also featured in a romantic drama, Cinta di Langit Taj Mahal, alongside Nabila Syakieb and Ravi Bhatia as Reehan Syahputra, a calm and composed guy. In 2015, Sheikh landed a lead role in the romantic comedy film Turis Romantis opposite actress Kirana Larasati. He played Azan Khan, a handsome photographer from India who befriended Nabil, a tough and beautiful tourist guide in Yogyakarta.

Sheikh returned to Indian television in 2016 with Kuch Rang Pyar Ke Aise Bhi, where he portrayed Devrath "Dev" Dixit, a business tycoon opposite Erica Fernandes. Sheikh's performance and his onscreen chemistry with Fernandes was well appreciated, making the series a success. The series had a second season in 2017, where he reprised his role. His performance earned him another nomination for ITA Award for Best Actor – Popular, while he and Fernandes won the Gold Award for Best Onscreen Jodi. Alongside Kuch Rang Pyar Ke Aise Bhi, he performed in episodic roles and made guest appearances in many Indonesian television series, in 2016. He was seen as Raden Petir in Roro Jonggrang, as Salman in Malaikat Kecil Dari India, as Aladin/Ali Besar in Aladin & Alakadam, as Prince Zamzaman Jinny Oh Jinny Datang Lagi, as Mr. Thakur in Gara Gara Duyung, as Rahul in Tuyul & Mba Yul Reborn and made a guest appearance in I-KTP. In 2016, he also starred opposite Masayu Anastasia in the Indonesian telefilm Namaku Yusuf, playing the titular role of Yusuf. In 2017, Sheikh began working on an Indonesian feature film Maipa and Datu Museng, an action-based periodic love story in which Sheikh played the role of Datu Museng, a warrior. The film was released on 11 January 2018. From 2018 to 2019, Sheikh portrayed Mughal emperor Salim in Dastaan-E-Mohabbat Salim Anarkali opposite Sonarika Bhadoria. Sheikh further established his career with Yeh Rishtey Hain Pyaar Ke. From 2019 to 2020, he portrayed Abir, a vagabond opposite Rhea Sharma. Producer Rajan Shahi stated his role was dynamic. The series, his role and chemistry with Sharma received positive response, making it a success. His performance earned him nomination for Gold Award for Best Actor in a Lead Role, while he and Sharma won the Gold Award for Best Onscreen Jodi. In 2020, Sheikh made his web debut with Paurashpur, portraying a warrior Veer. In 2021, he reprised the role of Devrath in Kuch Rang Pyar Ke Aise Bhi: Nayi Kahaani, the series third season opposite Erica Fernandes. The story progressed from where it left off in the second season. In the same year, he appeared in another web series Pavitra Rishta: Its Never Too Late. He portrayed Manav opposite Ankita Lokhande, a character played by Sushant Singh Rajput, in the original series. The series opened to positive reviews.

Sheikh started 2022 with the short film Yatri Kripya Dhyan De opposite Shweta Basu Prasad. Rishita Roy Chowdhury stated, "Sheikh plays his part well. His expressions of bewilderment as the journey progresses are convincing." From 2022 to 2023, Sheikh portrayed Krishna, a vlogger who turns responsible following his brother's death in Woh Toh Hai Albelaa opposite Hiba Nawab. Sheikh expanded to Hindi films in 2024, with Netflix's Do Patti. He portrayed Dhruv, a paragliding company owner and an abusive husband, opposite Kriti Sanon. Rishabh Suri of Hindustan Times noted, "Shaheer has got a meaty role in the film. Menacing as a cold-hearted husband, and just a MCP in general, he makes a well-written character extremely watchable." Vineeta Kumar of India Today stated, "Shaheer's Dhruv is a complete revelation and a testimony of his prowess as a versatile actor. He adds value to the narrative and engages you in the story." It eventually emerged as the most watched Indian web film of the year.

• Illustration — Sheikh in 2019 With his performance in Navya..Naye Dhadkan Naye Sawaal, Mahabharat, Kuch Rang Pyar Ke Aise Bhi and Yeh Rishtey Hain Pyaar Ke, Sheikh established himself among the leading and highest paid actors in Hindi television. In 2014, Sheikh was placed third in Rediff.com's "Best Television Actors" list. In an interview, Sheikh revealed about how he chooses his projects. He said, "When it comes to me, I consciously pick up projects where I get to do something different. In my last couple of shows, my characters were very relatable. They even inspired me in my personal life." Sheikh was named the Times Most Desirable Men on Television in 2017. Subsequently, he was placed 4th in 2018, 3rd in 2019, and 4th in 2020. In its "50 Most Desirable Men" list, he was placed 50th in 2017, 29th in 2019, and 38th in 2020. Sheikh has also appeared in Eastern Eyes 50 Sexiest Asian Men list. He was placed 25th in 2016, 17th in 2018, and 11th in 2019. In August 2018, he was chosen as the first Indian torch bearer of the 18th Asian Games by the Indonesian government. In 2024, he was placed in Hindustan Timess "Best Bollywood Debuts" of the year list. Sheikh has also been a prominent celebrity endorser for several brands and products such as Godrej No. 1 and TVS Motor.

After dating for almost two years, Sheikh married Ruchikaa Kapoor on 19 October 2020 in a court wedding, after which they had celebrations in Jammu and Mumbai. Kapoor is the director of Hindi original films on Netflix India. On 9 September 2021, they became parents to a baby girl, Anaya. The couple welcomed another baby girl, Kudrat, on 1 September 2023.

• Year — Title — Role — Notes — Reference • Indian Television • 2005–2006 — Sanya — Arjun Shekhawat • 2009–2010 — Kya Mast Hai Life — Veer Mehra • 2010 — Jhansi Ki Rani — Nana Sahib • 2011–2012 — Navya..Naye Dhadkan Naye Sawaal — Anant Bajpai • 2011 — Best of Luck Nikki — Ritesh — Season 1 • 2012 — Teri Meri Love Stories — Nityanand Chaturvedi — Episode 11 • 2013–2014 — Mahabharat — Arjuna • 2016–2017 — Kuch Rang Pyar Ke Aise Bhi — Devrath "Dev" Dixit • 2018–2019 — Dastaan-E-Mohabbat Salim Anarkali — Salim • 2019–2020 — Yeh Rishtey Hain Pyaar Ke — Abir Rajvansh • 2021 — Kuch Rang Pyaar Ke Aise Bhi - Nayi Kahaani — Devrath Dev" Dixit | Devrath "Dev" Dixit • 2022–2023 — Woh Toh Hai Albelaa — Krishna "Kanha" Choudhary • 2026 — 108 Base Hospital – Uri — Ved Gupta — Cameo • Indonesian Television • 2014 — Panah Asmara Arjuna — Arjuna • The New Eat Bulaga! Indonesia — Host • 2015 — Cinta di Langit Taj Mahal — Rehan Syahputra • Cinta di Langit Taj Mahal 2 — Rehan Syahputra / Revan • Asia's Got Talent — Host • 2016 — Roro Jonggrang — Raden Petir • Malaikat Kecil Dari India — Salman • Namaku Yusuf — Yusuf • Aladin & Alakadam — Aladin / Ali Besar • Jinny Oh Jinny Datang Lagi — Prince Zamzaman — Episodes 24–25 • Gara Gara Duyung — Mr. Thakur • Tuyul & Mba Yul Reborn — Rahul • 2017–2018 — Malaikat Tak Bersayap — Arya • 2020 — Cinta Sejati Selalu Kembali — Devan • Jika Esok Tak Pernah Ada — Amir • Cinta Antara Langit Dan Bumi — Kevin Bills • 2023 — Bollystar Vacation Hai Albelaa — Host

• Year — Title — Role — Notes — Reference • 2020 — Paurashpur — Veer Singh — Cameo appearance • 2021 — Pavitra Rishta - Its Never Too Late — Manav Deshmukh • 2026 — Ab Hoga Hisaab — Bobby Manocha

• Year — Title — Singer(s) — Reference • 2012 — Teri Palkey — Reeky Dev • 2018 — Sau Fikr — Bishwajit Ghosh • 2020 — Ae Mere Dil — Abhay Jodhpurkar • Je Tu Na Bulave — Surya • Ab Kya Jaan Legi Meri — Palaash Muchal, Amit Mishra • 2021 — Baarish Ban Jaana — Payal Dev, Stebin Ben • Mera Dil Bhi Kitna Pagal Hai — Mamta Sharma • Mohabbat Hai — Stebin Ben • O Dilbar Yaara • 2022 — Taash De Patte — Bhanu Pandit • Kya Fark Padta Hai — Dev Negi • Ve Tu — Sunidhi Chauhan • Ek Haseena Ne — Ramji Gulati • Iss Baarish Mein — Yasser Desai, Neeti Mohan • Main Tenu Chadh Jaungi — Zahrah S Khan • Runjhun — Vishal Mishra • 2023 — Wo Kashish — Javed Ali, Anweshaa • Barsaat Aa Gayi — Shreya Ghoshal, Stebin Ben

Shaheer Sheikh is recorded as model, photographer and actor.