Aabhaas Mehta
Biography
Aabhaas Mehta is an Indian actor who has made a significant impact on television, particularly known for his compelling portrayal of often complex or antagonistic characters. Born on January 10, 1987, Mehta's journey into acting was not a direct one, as he initially pursued a law degree from ILS Law College in Pune.
Before his television debut, Mehta acted in a few short films and further honed his craft by attending Anupam Kher's The School of Actors. His professional acting career began in 2009 with the Colors TV show "Bairi Piya," where he played the role of Suren.
He rose to significant fame for his performance as Shyam Jha in Star Plus's hit series "Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon?" (2011-2012). His portrayal of this nuanced negative character garnered him widespread recognition and a dedicated fan following.
Throughout his career, Mehta has taken on a variety of roles across different channels, showcasing his versatility. His television credits include:
- "Devi" (2010)
- "Na Aana Is Des Laado" (2011)
- "Badalte Rishton Ki Dastaan" (2013)
- "Devon Ke Dev...Mahadev" (2014) as Adi
- "Sinhasan Battisi" (2015) as Betaal
- "Brahmarakshas" (2016) as Yug Shrivastava
- "Mahakali– Anth hi Aarambh hai" (2017-2018) as Shumbh
- "Tu Sooraj, Main Saanjh Piyaji" (2018) as Dr. Parag Bansal
- "Laal Ishq" (2019) as Rishabh
- "Tera Chhalaava" (2022) as Sharan
- "Hum Rahein Na Rahein Hum" (2023) as Raghvendra Barot
- "Mauka Ya Dhokha" (2023) as Satyajeet Singh
- "Lakshmi Narayan – Sukh Samarthya Santulan" (2024) as Jay / Hiranyakashyap
Most recently, he appeared in the 2024 TV series "Flight Attendant" as Mahinder.
Beyond acting, Aabhaas Mehta has also engaged in other unique pursuits. In 2015, he undertook a commercial diving course in Scotland and is a certified commercial air diver. He also has a background as a national-level tennis player.
Aabhaas Mehta married PR professional Zeenia Wadia on October 1, 2023, after an 11-year relationship. His career reflects a committed artist who has successfully transitioned from a legal background to establish himself as a prominent and versatile actor in Indian television.
