Shabir Ahluwalia Biography: TV Shows, Wife, Age, Net Worth, Wiki, Parents, Height, Children, Movies

Shabbir Ahluwalia is an Indian television actor renowned for his portrayal of Abhishek “Abhi” Mehra in the popular Zee TV series “Kumkum Bhagya.” This role significantly elevated his status in the Indian television industry.

Profile

• Full name: Shabir Sebastian Ahluwalia
• Date of birth: August 10, 1979
• Age: 46 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
• Nationality: Indian
• Profession: Actor, Producer, Television Presenter
• Height: 5’9″ (175 cm)
• Parents: Father: Vinod Ahluwalia Mother: Mabel Ahluwalia
• Siblings: Brother: Sameer Ahluwalia, Sister: Shefali Ahluwalia
• Spouse: Kanchi Kaul
• Children: Azai Ahluwalia, Ivarr Ahluwalia
• Relationship status: Married
• Religion: Sikhism
• Ethnicity: Punjabi
• Net worth: $5 million

Early Life and Education

Shabbir Ahluwalia, now 46 years old, was born on August 10, 1979, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. His father, Vinod Ahluwalia, served as an army officer, while his mother, Mabel Ahluwalia, worked as an air hostess. He has two siblings: a brother named Sameer Ahluwalia and a sister named Shefali Ahluwalia.

Raised in a Punjabi Sikh family, Shabbir completed his schooling at St. Xavier’s High School in Mumbai. He then pursued higher education at the University of Maryland, College Park, USA, where he graduated.

Personal Life

In 2011, Shabbir Ahluwalia married actress Kanchi Kaul. The couple welcomed their first son, Azai Ahluwalia, in 2014, followed by their second son, Ivarr Ahluwalia, in 2016.

Shabbir is known to be a family-oriented individual, often sharing moments with his wife and children. There are no public records of divorces or extramarital affairs associated with him.

Career

Shabbir Ahluwalia began his television career with the show “Hip Hip Hurray” in 1999. He gained prominence with his role as Rishi Garewal in “Kahiin to Hoga,” which earned him several awards.

Over the years, he has appeared in various television series, including “Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi,” “Kahi To Milenge,” and “Kayamath.”

In 2010, he showcased his adventurous side by winning the third season of the reality show “Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi.” Shabbir also ventured into hosting, leading shows like “Nach Baliye,” “Dancing Queen,” and “Guinness World Records.”

In 2014, he took on the role of Abhishek “Abhi” Mehra in “Kumkum Bhagya,” which became one of his most acclaimed performances. Additionally, he has acted in Bollywood films such as “Shootout at Lokhandwala” (2007) and “Mission Istanbul” (2008).

Awards

Indian Telly Awards:

• Best Actor in a Negative Role (2004) for “Kahiin to Hoga”
• Best Actor in a Supporting Role (2005) for “Kahiin to Hoga”
• Best Style Icon of the Year – Male (2006, 2007) for “Kahiin to Hoga”

Indian Television Academy Awards:

• Best Actor in a Supporting Role (2005) for “Kahiin to Hoga”

STAR Parivaar Awards:

• Favourite Bhai (2005) for “Kahiin to Hoga”
• Favourite Devar (2006) for “Kahiin to Hoga”
• Favourite Bhai (2007) for “Kahiin to Hoga”

Net Worth

Shabbir Ahluwalia‘s net worth is estimated to be around $5 million. His earnings primarily stem from his extensive career in television acting, hosting, and film appearances.

Social Media

• Instagram: @shabirahluwalia
• X: @shabirahluwalia

Filmography

• Hip Hip Hurray (1999)
• Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi (2002)
• Kahi To Milenge (2002)
• Kahiin to Hoga (2003)
• Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii (2004)
• Kya Hadsaa Kya Haqeeqat (2004)
• Kkavyanjali (2005)
• Kasamh Se (2006)
• Kasautii Zindagii Kay (2006)
• Kayamath (2008)
• Laagi Tujhse Lagan (2010)
• Kumkum Bhagya (2014)
• Shootout at Lokhandwala (2007)
• Mission Istanbul (2008)