Abhay Verma
Abhay Verma | |
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.jpg) Verma in 2024 | |
| Born | Abhay Verma 27 July 1998 |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2018–present |
| Relatives | Abhishek Verma (brother) |
Abhay Verma (born 27 July 1998) is an Indian actor who works in Hindi cinema. He first gained recognition for his supporting role on the second season of the thriller series The Family Man (2021), and had his first lead role in the independent film Safed (2023). Verma had his breakthrough with a starring role in the comedy horror film Munjya (2024), a commercial success.[1]
Early life
[edit]Verma is from Panipat, Haryana.[2] He completed his schooling from St. Mary's Convent School, pursued Science but faced failure three times. He then enrolled in BBA but felt it was a waste of time. He came to Mumbai with his parents to pursue a career in acting.[3] His brother, Abhishek, is also an actor.[4]
Career
[edit]Verma began his acting career with Marzi and subsequently featured in Little Things. Alongside these projects, he has been involved in television commercials.[5] Verma revealed that during his time as a junior artist on the set of Super 30, where he earned ₹800 rupees per day, he learned extensively from observing others. Inspired by the experience of working alongside 200 people daily, he resolved that his future lay in pursuing greater achievements in cinema rather than continuing in his current role for an extended period.[6]
It was his role opposite Manoj Bajpayee in The Family Man 2 that gained him recognition. He played Kalyan, Dhruti's (played by Ashlesha Thakur) friend involved with terrorists. In 2023, he made his film debut appearing in Safed in the role of a transgender. Verma didn't hesitate when offered the transgender role, viewing it immediately as a "blessing".[7] Sana Farzeen's review for India Today about Abhay Verma's performance in Safed, highlights that Verma shines in his scenes with Barkha Bisht, suggesting a strong chemistry between them that surpasses the dynamic between other characters.[8]
In 2024, he co-starred in Ae Watan Mere Watan alongside Sara Ali Khan, directed by Kannan Iyer, marking his return to filmmaking after over a decade since his debut film Ek Thi Daayan. In June, he had his breakout role as the lead character in the horror comedy film Munjya. The fourth installment in the Maddock Supernatural Universe, the film was inspired by Indian folklore and mythology, focusing on the legend of munjya. It emerged as the sixth highest grossing Hindi film of 2024.[9]
Verma has also filmed a role portraying the younger version of India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the movie Mann Bairagi. It is directed by Sanjay Tripathi and produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali.[10]
Filmography
[edit]Film
[edit]| † | Denotes films that have not yet been released |
| Year | Film | Role | Language | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Super 30 | — | Hindi | Junior artist | [6] |
| 2023 | Safed | Chaandi | Hindi | [6] | |
| 2024 | Ae Watan Mere Watan | Kaushik | Hindi | [11] | |
| Munjya | Bittu | Hindi | [1] | ||
| TBA | Mann Bairagi † | Narendra Modi (young) | Hindi | [10] |
Television
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Little Things | [1] | ||
| 2020 | Marzi | Ayaan | [1] | |
| Gormint | Babloo Kumar | [1] | ||
| 2021 | The Family Man | Kalyan/Salman | Season 2 | [12] |
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e Sanap, Mayur (25 June 2024). "'How Munjya Changed My Life!'". Reddit.com. Retrieved 21 September 2024.
- ^ "'Munjya' actor Abhay Verma: Yet to digest I'm part of such a big film". India Today. 10 June 2024. Retrieved 21 June 2024.
- ^ Jain, Vaishali (15 June 2021). "EXCLUSIVE | My struggle ended the moment I reached Mumbai, Abhay Verma aka Kalyan from Family Man 2". India TV News. Retrieved 21 June 2024.
- ^ "Did you know Yeh Hai Mohabbatein's Abhishek Verma aka Adi is Munjya's Abhay Verma's real-life brother?". Pinkvilla. 9 June 2024. Archived from the original on 22 June 2024. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
- ^ "[EXCL.] Abhay Verma aka Kalyan's mom's reaction to The Family Man 2: 'Tu namaste bolega ya As-salamu alaykum?'". Times Now. 13 June 2021. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
- ^ a b c "Karan Johar Messaged Me For My Performance In Munjya, Reveals Actor Abhay Verma (Exclusive)". The Free Press Journal. Retrieved 21 June 2024.
- ^ "Actor Abhay Verma Talks About Playing A Transgender In His Debut Film 'Safed'". The Free Press Journal. Retrieved 21 June 2024.
- ^ "'Safed' Review: A well-intentioned film that falters due to average performances". India Today. 29 December 2023. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
- ^ "Worldwide Highest Grossing Bollywood Movies on 2024". Bollywood Hungama. Retrieved 5 September 2024.
- ^ a b "EXCLUSIVE: Munjya star Abhay Verma on playing PM Narendra Modi, "Can't be a bigger opportunity & responsibility than this"". Bollywood Hungama. 19 June 2024. Retrieved 21 June 2024.
- ^ VERMA, SUKANYA. "Ae Watan Mere Watan Review: Radio Ga Ga!". Rediff. Retrieved 21 June 2024.
- ^ "The Family Man 2 actor Abhay Verma reveals what his mom asked after watching the show". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
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