This actor quit law for films, became famous after playing Arjuna in Mahabharat, is now compared to Shah Rukh Khan, name is…, last film was…
Shaheer Sheikh is considered one of India’s highest-paid television actors. He captivated audiences with his terrific performances in shows like Mahabharata, Kuch Rang Pyaar Ke Aise Bhi, and Woh Toh Hai Albelaa. Last year, he made his Bollywood debut in the mystery thriller Do Patti, alongside Kriti Sanon and Kajol. Although, the film received mix response but Shaheer’s performance was widely appreciated.
Shaheer Nawaz Sheikh, better known as Shaheer Sheikh, made his acting debut in 2009 in the television show Kya Mast Hai Life and got his breakthrough role as Anant Bajpai in Navya..Naye Dhadkan Naye Sawaal (2011–2012). He further got recognition for his portrayal of Arjuna in Mahabharat (2013–2014).
In 2012, When show Navya ended, Shaheer faced a tough time as he had no new acting projects. In an earlier interview, the actor recalled how he ventured into photography during this time to support himself. Reflecting on the period, Shaheer said, “There was almost one year span where I was only doing auditions and roaming around. There was a big gap between Navya and Mahabharat when I switched to photography. I started doing photography.”
In 2014, Shaheer made a surprising decision to move to Indonesia and began his acting career there. He made his debut in the Indonesia work industry as the host of Panah Asmara Arjuna, quickly garnering popularity. Following that, she starred in several prominent shows and films like Cinta di Langit Taj Mahal, Turis Romantis, and Tuyul & Mba Yul Reborn. Thanks to his captivating performances in romantic roles, Shaheer earned the title of “Indonesian Shah Rukh Khan.”
Revealing why his Indonesian fans compare him to Shah Rukh Khan, the actor explained on Kapil Sharma Show, “Yes, they call me that sometimes. SRK is a huge star there, and for them, India is synonymous with Shah Rukh Khan. So after I did a show and some films there, they started calling me ‘Indonesia Ka Shah Rukh Khan.”
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