Abhilash Thapliyal

About

Radio jockey, film actor, and television personality and presenter who has notably worked for Indian national radio stations including 94.3 Radio One, Fever 104 FM, and 93.5 Red FM. He has provided narration for major networks such as National Geographic, Fox History, and Cartoon Network. He has hosted Formula One races, cricket matches for the Delhi Daredevils, red carpet ceremonies for the Global Indian Music Academy Awards, and other major events. He has also amassed several acting credits since the start of his career, most notably including the role of Prashant in the 2018 comedy film Dil Juunglee.

Before Fame

He launched his career as a radio jockey while studying for his college degree in journalism and mass communication from Delhi University. He made his television debut in 2014 when he hosted the World Kabaddi League championship.

Trivia

He has been a spokesperson or ambassador for major brands including Nestle, the Delhi Daredevils Corporate Cup, and the Hindustan Times's 'Campus ka Mahayudh.' He has also been the primary representative for Hot Star's 2018 Indian Premier League enterprise, Duggal. 

Family Life

His mother is a homemaker, and his father is a retired officer in the Indian Army. 

Associated With

Some of his castmates from the 2018 film Dil Juunglee include co-stars Taapsee Pannu, Saqib Saleem, and Nidhi Singh. He also appeared as a guest on The Kapil Sharma Show in 2018.