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Date of birth16 May 1986
Age39 Years
BirthplaceMumbai
ProfessionTV Actor
NationalityIndian
Marital statusMarried
SpouseNeha Saxena
FamilyParents: Naresh Kumar and Renu Arora; two elder sisters
Shakti Arora Biography
Indian television actor Shakti Arora, known for lead roles in popular Hindi serials and for his work across TV, short films and music videos, has built a
Early life and backgroundShakti Arora was born on 16 May 1986 in Mumbai and grew up in the same city. He completed his graduation from SVKM's Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics with a BCom in Tourism and Travel Management. Acting attracted him from a young age; he trained with Kishor Namit’s acting classes during his teenage years. Before establishing himself as a full-time actor, Arora worked in a travel agency and at a call centre.
Career
Arora began his on-screen journey in television, making his debut in 2006 with the anthology-horror series Ssshhhh...Phir Koi Hai, performing various characters. Over the following years he established a steady presence on Hindi TV, appearing in shows such as Tere Liye (2010), Pavitra Rishta (2012), Yeh Hai Aashiqui (2013) and Meri Aashiqui Tum Se Hi (2014), the latter earning him multiple award recognitions and wider public attention.
He has also explored other formats and genres. Arora has hosted television programmes including Gyaan Guru (2012) and Man Mein Hai Visshwas 2 (2016), and has participated in several reality series like Nach Baliye 7 (2015) and Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 9 (2016). Guest appearances on shows such as Krishnadasi, Comedy Nights Bachao and Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai added to his television résumé.
Beyond mainstream TV, Arora has acted in a Hindi short film titled Tera Yaar Hu Main (2020) and appeared in an Indonesian feature, Arwah Tumbal Nyai: Part Arwah (2018). He has been featured in music videos including Ishq Tumpe Aise (2021), Raanjhanaa (2023) and Darshan Deja Ni (2023). He has also worked in commercials and has walked ramps for Indian fashion designers.
Public profile
Arora’s on-screen performances have been acknowledged with industry awards and nominations. He won accolades such as Best Rising Actor at the Kalakaar Awards and was recognized as Youth Icon of the Year at the Indian Television Academy Awards for his work on Meri Aashiqui Tum Se Hi. Later honours include awards at the Mumbai Achievers and Gold Glam and Style ceremonies, and Zee Rishtey Awards recognitions.
His family background includes a maternal grandfather who was a veteran Bollywood actor. Arora has spoken about familial influences and his early ambitions; while his mother hoped he might pursue medicine, he moved toward acting out of personal passion. He has described religious beliefs within his family and has noted hobbies such as dancing, carrom, gymming, travelling and reading.
Personal life
Shakti Arora married Neha Saxena, an actor and nutritionist, on 6 April 2018. The couple met while working together on the set of Tere Liye in 2010 and developed a close relationship during the show’s production. Arora’s parents are Naresh Kumar and Renu Arora; he also has two elder sisters who are doctors.
Lifestyle and interests
Arora keeps an active public presence beyond acting: he created a self-titled YouTube channel for vlogs, has been featured on magazine covers, and has been photographed at fashion events. He collects cars and has mentioned purchasing a Honda City and a flat from his earnings. His leisure interests include travel, spending time with family and friends, and playing carrom. Earlier in his life he pursued tarot reading, donating earnings from that activity to charity.
Latest updates
In recent years Arora continued to work across formats — appearing in music videos released in 2021 and 2023, acting in a 2020 short film, and taking on the role of Karan Luthra in Kundali Bhagya (2022). He has also worked as a digital manager at The Good Talent Network, a platform offering courses for content creators. As of 2023 he was reported to charge around Rs 1 Lakh per episode for television work.
Throughout his career Arora has navigated both praise and criticism for the characters he has portrayed; a controversial storyline in Silsila Badalte Rishton Ka drew negative viewer reaction in 2018, illustrating the strong audience engagement with his television work. He continues to be active in entertainment projects and public-facing initiatives.
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Recent Work
Played the role of Karan Luthra in the Zee TV serial
2022Hindi short film in which he played Sahil
2020Indonesian film credit
2018Music video appearance
2021Career Highlights
- Television debut in Ssshhhh...Phir Koi Hai (2006)
- Lead roles in serials such as Meri Aashiqui Tum Se Hi and Kundali Bhagya
- Host and reality show participant on multiple Indian TV programmes
- Awards including Best Rising Actor and Youth Icon of the Year
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