From modeling and television to reality show stardom, the ‘Balika Vadhu’ actor moved ahead with calm optimism and discipline
In show business, some actors are known for good looks. One of them was Siddharth Shukla. The 40-year-old, who received one of the other trophies for being the ‘most deserving actor’, He died of a heart attack on 2 September.
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This Mumbai boy, whose family was based in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, came to the fore when he made it to the podium in the Gladrags manhunt competition in 2004. It is the same contest that set John Abraham and Dino Morea on the road to Bollywood. . By the time Siddharth won the World’s Best Model contest in Turkey in 2005, his eyes were on showbiz as well.
However, it took the tall model a long time and patience to make an impact in the entertainment industry. He appeared in a few television serials, but it was his role as Anandi’s husband. Child bride (2012) which brought him wide recognition.
Like most television serials, Child bride revolves around a female character, yet Siddharth makes his presence felt as an honest district collector who stands by his wife after a failed child marriage. The role required maturity and poise, and Siddharth won full praise for a rare writer-backed male role in a television series.
Many television actors turn to reality shows to break away from their on-screen characters and express their true personalities. Siddhartha also took the same path. they attended show a glimpse, Won players of danger and hosted Savdhaan India And India’s Got Talent.
Amidst all this, he was cast by director Karan Johar in his production. Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania (2014). However, the central character was played by Varun Dhawan, and Siddharth remained the quintessential supporting character in a romantic comedy; Which neither gets a girl nor a charming character arc. As her performance in the film went unnoticed, this so called ‘dream debut’ with Dharma Productions did not land her any more roles.
Five years later, he entered Big Boss home to revive his career, and won. Although Big Boss After Sidharth garnered a wave of fans on social media – his Instagram account has 4.2 million followers – he found it a challenge to persuade the film industry to see him in a new light.
Friends, family and fans are struggling to process his sudden death, as he was not only young and known for his fitness, but they also remember his calm, friendly presence.
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