Draft:Akash Singh Rajput
Akash Singh Rajput (born 25 September 1992) is an Indian actor and social activist best known for his work in television, and web series.[1][2][3] He gained recognition for his roles in Toilet: Ek Prem Katha (2017),[4] Sony TV’s historical drama Porus, Mirzapur and Aashram.[5][6][7]
Akash Singh Rajput | |
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| Born | September 25, 1992 Madhya Pradesh, India |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, Social Activist |
| Years active | 2017–present |
| Known for | Porus, Mirzapur |
| Parent | Govind Singh Rajput (father) |
Early life and education
[edit]Akash Singh Rajput was born on 25 September 1992 in Madhya Pradesh, India, into a political family. His father, Govind Singh Rajput, is a politician and cabinet minister in Government of Madhya Pradesh.[8][9]
Career
[edit]Akash started his career with television series, making his debut in the show Karmaphal Daata Shani on Colors TV.[10]
His breakthrough came in 2017 with a supporting role in the Bollywood film Toilet: Ek Prem Katha, where he played a journalist. The same year, he gets wider recognition for his portrayal of Alexander’s general, Hephaestion, in Sony TV’s historical series Porus.
In 2018, he appeared in Amazon Prime’s hit crime thriller Mirzapur as Dara.[11] He later joined Prakash Jha’s web series Aashram as Rocky, a role that became one of his most notable performances. The success of the series led to multiple seasons, with Ashram 4 in production.[12]
Filmography
[edit]- Toilet: Ek Prem Katha (2017) as Journalist
- Karmaphal Daata Shani (Debut)
- Porus (2017–2018) as Hephaestion
- Mirzapur (2018) as Dara
- Aashram (2020–present) as Rocky
References
[edit]- ^ "I have utmost respect for all actors who work on TV: Akash Singh Rajput". The Times of India. Retrieved 3 April 2025.
- ^ "TV is full of drama, says actor Akash Singh Rajput". The Tribune. Retrieved 3 April 2025.
- ^ "From reel life to real-life hero: Meet Akash Singh Rajput, a youth icon for the youngsters of Madhya Pradesh". ANI News. 24 March 2021. Retrieved 3 April 2025.
- ^ "Sagar's Akash Singh in role of reporter in Toilet: Ek Prem Katha". Nai Dunia. Retrieved 3 April 2025.
- ^ "Akash Singh Rajput is excited to be part of the next season of Aashram, feels OTT..." India Forums. Retrieved 3 April 2025.
- ^ "Akash Singh Rajput is ready to rock as Rocky in Aashram 3". DNA India. Retrieved 3 April 2025.
- ^ "Akash Singh Rajput". Filmibeat. Retrieved 3 April 2025.
- ^ "Govind Singh Rajput". OneIndia. Retrieved 3 April 2025.
- ^ "Key candidates: Govind Singh Rajput". India TV News. Retrieved 3 April 2025.
- ^ "TV is full of drama, says actor Akash Singh Rajput". The Tribune. June 8, 2023. Retrieved May 18, 2025.
- ^ "Mirzapur fame Akash Singh Rajput creates history, planted more than 10 lakh trees, fans said real hero". NDTV. Retrieved 3 April 2025.
- ^ "Akash Singh Rajput returns as Rocky in Aashram 4: 'Wherever I go, people recognise me'". Koimoi. Retrieved 3 April 2025.