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Ankit Arora (born 23 February 1984)[citation needed] is an Indian television actor. He is best known for playing Lakshman on Ramayan and Rukn'ud'din on Razia Sultan. He played the adult version of Yuvraj Shushim Maurya in Chakravartin Ashoka Samrat.[1][2][3]

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Filmography

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Television

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Year Title Role Notes
2008 Ramayan Lakshmana
2009–2010 Jyoti Vikrant Sisodia
2010 Star One Horror Nights Shaurya Episode 7 and 80
2011–2012 Beend Banoongaa Ghodi Chadhunga Chandan
2012–2013 Phir Subha Hogi Thakur Digvijay Singh
2013 Humne Li Hai... Shapath[4] Varun
2013–2014 Ek Ghar Banaunga Abhishek Ravikant Garg
2014 Dharmakshetra Arjun
2015 Razia Sultan Rukn-ud-din Firuz
2016 Chakravartin Ashoka Samrat Susima
2017 Prem Ya Paheli – Chandrakanta Crown Prince Shivdutt
Badho Bahu Balwinder Singh
2018 Prithvi Vallabh - Itihaas Bhi, Rahasya Bhi Vikramjeet
Kaun Hai? Raghavendra Singh Rana Episode 6
Laal Ishq Laxman Episode 192
Fear Files Imtiaz Episode 4
2019 Kesari Nandan Zorawar Singh
Phir Laut Aayi Naagin Naagarjun Cameo
2020 Yeshu Shaitaan
2021 Mauka-E-Vardaat Senior Inspector Rishiraj Pandey (Episode 77) Episodic Role
2024–2025 Ghum Hai Kisikey Pyaar Meiin Arsh Gujral

Film

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Year Title Role
2016 Sanam Re Doctor
2017 Sweetiee Weds NRI Rasiklal Mehta

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Ankit Arora (born 23 February 1984) is an Indian actor primarily known for his work in television serials and films. Hailing from , , Arora initially aspired to become a singer and moved to in 2003, but transitioned to acting after early struggles. He made his acting debut in 2008 with the mythological series Ramayan, portraying Lakshman opposite Gurmeet Choudhary's , earning widespread recognition. Arora has specialized in historical, mythological, and dramatic roles, often as complex antagonists or supporting characters. Notable television credits include adult Yuvraj Shushim Maurya in Chakravartin Ashoka Samrat (2015–2016), Rukn-ud-din Firuz in Razia Sultan (2015), Shivdutt in (2017), Senior Inspector Rishiraj Pandey in (2021), and the villainous Arsh Gujral in (2024–2025), exiting as the show concluded following a storyline leap in early 2025. In films, Arora debuted with (2016) and (2018), and gained visibility with the supporting role of Aarav in the 2023 blockbuster Jawan, starring . Despite challenges like in negative roles, Arora has expressed satisfaction with television's opportunities.

Early life

Family background

Ankit Arora was born on February 23, 1984, in Nainital, Uttarakhand, India, into a modest family that encountered significant financial challenges early in his life. His father's business suffered substantial losses, leading to the family's loss of their home in Nainital in 2005. As their only child, Arora has spoken about the emotional toll this took on his parents, who relocated to an ashram in Haryana following the setback. The family's circumstances profoundly influenced Arora's early decisions, prompting him to return home temporarily from to support them by selling newspapers in . In a 2015 interview, Arora expressed a desire to repurchase their original home as a gesture of gratitude for their sacrifices. By October 2021, he had purchased another house in for his parents, allowing them to move out of the . Details about his parents' names or professional backgrounds remain private, with no public records available.

Move to Mumbai

Arora, born in , , in 1984, initially aspired to a career in music and relocated to in 2003 to pursue under the guidance of renowned artist . However, despite his training, opportunities in the music industry did not materialize, leading him to face significant financial and professional challenges in the city. Disheartened, Arora returned to , where he took up odd jobs, including working as a vendor, to support himself while living modestly at a gurudwara. In 2005, his family encountered further hardship when they lost their home in , prompting Arora to bring his parents to an in for stability. These experiences underscored the difficulties of his early ambitions and reinforced his resilience amid personal setbacks. Undeterred, Arora made a second attempt at establishing himself in , where fate shifted his path toward acting; a chance meeting with a contact led to auditions and his debut role as Lakshman in the television series Ramayan in 2008. This transition marked the beginning of his successful career in the entertainment industry, though he continued honing his singing skills alongside his acting pursuits.

Career

Television roles

Ankit Arora began his acting career in television with a breakthrough role as Lakshman in the mythological series Ramayan, which aired on NDTV Imagine from to 2009. This debut performance in the epic adaptation garnered widespread recognition for his portrayal of the devoted brother of Lord , marking his entry into the industry after initially aspiring to be a singer. Following Ramayan, Arora appeared in diverse roles across family dramas and historical narratives. In Jyoti (2013), he played Vikrant Sisodia, a character in a story centered on . He then took on the antagonistic role of Thakur Digvijay Jwala in Phir Subah Hogi (2015) on , showcasing his versatility in intense dramatic scenarios. Subsequent projects included (2016), where he portrayed Aman, exploring themes of family reconciliation. Arora gained further acclaim in historical television through roles in Razia Sultan (2015) as Ruknuddin Firoz Shah, depicting the power struggles in the , and as the adult Yuvraj Shushim Maurya in (2016), where he embodied the ambitious prince's complex arc. His work extended to mythological and fantasy genres, including (2014) and (2017) as Shivdutt, a cunning driven by ambition. Additional appearances featured in Prithvi Vallabh (2018), (2019), (2019) as Naagarjun, (2020–2021) as Shaitaan, (2020) in multiple Sultan roles, and (2021) as Senior Inspector Rishiraj Pandey. After a two-year hiatus, returned to television in 2024 with the role of Arsh Gujral in (2024–2025) on Star Plus, portraying a layered character amid the show's generational leap; he exited the role in early 2025 following the storyline development, as the series concluded in July 2025. Over his career spanning more than 20 shows, has predominantly excelled in mythological, historical, and family-oriented serials, often embodying strong, multifaceted male leads or antagonists.

Film roles

Ankit Arora has primarily built his career in television but has taken on supporting and cameo roles in several films across Bollywood, Gujarati, and . His film debut came in with the romantic drama , directed by , where he played the dual role of Shruti's cousin and a doctor, appearing in brief but pivotal scenes involving family dynamics and medical consultations. In 2017, Arora featured in the comedy Sweetiee Weds NRI, directed by Hasnain Hyderabadwala, portraying Rasiklal "Rascal" Mehta, a quirky and scheming character who adds humor to the film's narrative about an NRI marriage scam. This role allowed him to showcase comedic timing in a lighthearted ensemble cast led by and Himanshu Kohli. Arora continued with regional cinema in 2019, playing Vishal, a supporting friend in the Gujarati entrepreneurial drama , which explores themes of startups and work-life balance, and a goon in the Punjabi action-comedy , contributing to the film's chaotic heist sequences. These roles highlighted his versatility in smaller productions but remained secondary to his TV commitments. His most notable film appearance to date is in the 2023 action thriller Jawan, directed by Atlee, where he essayed Aarav, one of the army officers in the ensemble supporting cast alongside , , and . The blockbuster, which grossed over ₹1,148 crore worldwide, marked a high-profile exposure for Arora, though his role was brief and focused on the film's plotline. Despite these forays, Arora has stated that financial stability and family responsibilities in make television a more reliable medium for him compared to the unpredictable nature of films, where he has only done a handful of projects. He remains open to future cinematic opportunities, particularly in OTT platforms, but prioritizes lead roles in serials.

Personal life

Family relationships

Ankit Arora is the only child of his parents, who resided in an in from 2005 until Arora purchased a house for them in in 2021. In a 2015 interview, Arora expressed his desire to purchase a house for his parents to provide them with greater comfort, noting their happiness with his professional success despite their circumstances. Details about his parents' names or further aspects of his family background remain private, with no additional public information available from verified sources. Arora is married to Preeti Arora and they have two children: a son named Kridhav and a daughter.

Interests and lifestyle

Ankit Arora maintains a relatively private personal life, focusing primarily on his acting career while nurturing a deep passion for . A significant aspect of Arora's interests revolves around , which he credits as a vital source of emotional support. He is an ardent admirer of , often turning to his songs during challenging times on set. Arora has recounted standing outside Nigam's residence to feel inspired and frequently sings the singer's tracks for his co-actors to uplift the mood. Arora's lifestyle reflects the discipline required in the entertainment industry, where he balances demanding shoot schedules with personal rejuvenation through music. He has described how idolizing artists like influenced his early struggles, including running away from home at age 16, shaping his resilient approach to life and work.

References

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