Aniruddh Dave

Biography

Aniruddh Dave (born 21 July 1986 in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India) is an Indian film and television actor known for his work in Hindi cinema, television serials, and web series. He is recognised for his performances in Patiala Babes, Ruk Jana Nahi, Y.A.R.O Ka Tashan, Shorgul (2016), Bell Bottom (2021), and Chandu Champion (2024).

Biography and Career

Aniruddh Dave was born and raised in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. He completed his schooling at Kendriya Vidyalaya and later graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Rajasthan College in Jaipur. During his college years, he developed an interest in acting and theatre, participating in stage performances and cultural activities.

He began his professional acting career in 2008 with the television series Raajkumar Aaryyan, in which he played the lead character. He subsequently appeared in Woh Rehne Waali Mehlon Ki as Deven and Mera Naam Karegi Roshan as Rajveer. His portrayal of Lakhiya in the television drama Phulwa (2011) brought him further recognition.

In 2011, he appeared in Ruk Jana Nahi as Indu Singh, a role that helped establish his position in the television industry. He continued working in several television productions, including Aaj Ki Housewife Hai... Sab Jaanti Hai, Bandhan, Yam Hain Hum, Suryaputra Karn, and Jaanbaaz Sindbad.

In 2016, Dave appeared in the Hindi political drama film Shorgul, playing Raghu. He subsequently took on the lead role of Y.A.R.O., a humanoid robot, in the television comedy series Y.A.R.O Ka Tashan (2016–2017). One of his notable television performances came in Patiala Babes (2018–2019), where he portrayed Inspector Hanuman Singh. He also appeared in Lockdown Ki Love Story and Shakti – Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki.

Alongside television, Dave continued building his film career with appearances in Chhoriyan Chhoron Se Kam Nahi Hoti (2019), Pranaam (2019), and Bell Bottom (2021), in which he played Captain Sameer Mehra.

In 2024, he appeared in two films, Kaagaz 2 and Chandu Champion. In Chandu Champion, he portrayed Jagannath Petkar, contributing to the biographical sports drama starring Kartik Aaryan.

He has also explored digital entertainment through web series such as Untouchables, Zindabad, Unafraid, and Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar (2024), in which he portrayed Dushyant Singh.

In 2025, Dave expanded his creative career by making his directorial debut with the wildlife documentary Dudhwa: The Hidden Gem of Uttar Pradesh. He shot and directed the documentary, focusing on the wildlife and natural environment of Dudhwa National Park.