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Sandeep Rajora is an Indian model and television actor. He appeared as a model in the song "Raat Din Tere Khayal Aane Lage".

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Career

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Rajora started modelling in 2001, after participating in the Gladrags Manhunt Contest in 2001, after which he returned to Mumbai to pursue a career as a model. He modeled for Signature Whiskey and then for a wide range of brands. Rajora has appeared in a number of television serials including Balaji Telefilms's Kkusum as Siddharth Kanwar. He was the winner of AXN's Fear Factor India, shown on Sony Entertainment Television.He also played the role of Kulbhushan Bhalla, Samar's father, in Balaji Telefilms daily fiction show Dil Hi Toh Hai on Sony Entertainment Television.[1] He is also a state-level squash player.

Education

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Rajora attended the Army Public School.[ambiguous] He holds an MBA from University of Pune and worked with Times Bank in Goa for a brief period before moving to Cimatron in Pune.

Personal life

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Rajora married Roshi Rana in Delhi on 9 November 2008. They have a son whose name is Ivaan Rajora.[2]

Television

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Year Serial Role Channel
2002 Ssshhhh...Koi Hai – Jaanwar Rajesh (Episode 49) Star Plus
2002–2003 Kkusum Siddharth Kanwar Sony Entertainment Television
2003 Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii Neeraj Agarwal Star Plus
Kya Hadsaa Kya Haqeeqat – Khaall: Part 1 to Part 8 Ali (Episode 160 to Episode 167) Sony Entertainment Television
2004 Vikraal Aur Gabraal – Jaanwar Rajesh (Episode 35) Star Plus
Raat Hone Ko Hai – Prakop: Part 1 to Part 4 Inspector Solan (Episode 21 to Episode 24) Sahara One
2004–2005 Kareena Kareena Tushar Pandey Zee TV
Hey...Yehii To Haii Woh! Pran Thapar Star One
2005–2006 Sarrkkar – Risshton Ki Ankahi Kahani Sudhanshu Zee TV
2006 Sati...Satya Ki Shakti Advocate Siddharth Raichand Sahara One
2007 Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi Inspector Aryan Star Plus
2008 Jhoome Jiiya Re[3] Rohan Zee TV
Kya Dill Mein Hai Siddharth Punj 9X
Khatam Hone Se Pehle Vikram DD National
2009 Love Ne Mila Di Jodi Inder Star One
2010 Sssshhh...Phir Koi Hai – Tritya Sarthak
Baat Hamari Pakki Hai Saurabh Jaiswal Sony Entertainment Television
2012 Dil Se Di Dua... Saubhagyavati Bhava? Devendra "Dev" Singh Life OK
2013 Dil Ki Nazar Se Khoobsurat[4] Lalit Maansingh Sony Entertainment Television
Mahabharat Suryadev Star Plus
2014 Savdhaan India[5] Ajay Jaiswal / Shashank Jaiswal (Episode 670) Life OK
MTV Webbed (Episode 18) MTV
2014–2015 Ajeeb Dastaan Hai Yeh[6] Tarun Khanna Life OK
2015 Suryaputra Karn[7] Suryadev Sony Entertainment Television
2015–2016 Sankatmochan Mahabali Hanuman
2017 Chandrakanta Maharaj Jay Singh Colors TV
Savdhaan India Teacher (Episode 2308) Star Bharat
2017–2019 Yeh Un Dinon Ki Baat Hai Vivek Somani Sony Entertainment Television
2018 Dil Hi Toh Hai Kulbhushan Bhalla
2020 Santoshi Maa – Sunayein Vrat Kathayein Maharaj Himavat &TV
2022 Kabhi Kabhie Ittefaq Sey Dr. Riddhesh Bhatnagar Star Plus
2022–2023 Rabb Se Hai Dua[8] Rahat Akhtar Zee TV
2023–present Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai[9] Senior Inspector Madhav Poddar Star Plus

Reality Shows

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Year Show Role Channel
2006 Fear Factor India Contestant Sony Entertainment Television

References

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Sandeep Rajora

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Sandeep Rajora (born 14 July 1974) is an Indian television actor and former model, recognized for his prominent roles in serials, especially mythological productions where he has portrayed the Sun God on multiple occasions. Born in to an army personnel father, he holds an MBA from the University of Pune and initially worked briefly at Times Bank in before entering the entertainment industry. Rajora began his career as a model, winning the Gladrags Manhunt Contest in 2001 and appearing in music videos such as "Raat Din Tere Khayal Aane Lage," which marked his entry into the glamour world. He transitioned to with his television debut in Ssshhhh... Koi Hai (2002), followed by roles in shows like (2003–2005) and (2004). Over the years, he has appeared in over a dozen serials, including Yeh Un Dinon Ki Baat Hai (2017–2019) and Chandrakanta (2017) as the King of Vijaygarh. His most notable contributions are in mythological genres, debuting as in Mahabharat (2013–2014), and reprising the role in Sankatmochan Mahabali (2015–2017) and (2015–2016), making it his signature character due to the thematic resonance with his name. In recent years, Rajora has embraced diverse family-oriented roles, such as in (2022) and his ongoing portrayal of Madhav Poddar in (2023–present, including a return in October 2025 after a storyline hiatus), which he describes as his "second innings" in the industry, benefiting from immediate audience feedback via . Married to Roshie Rana since 2008, he is a father to a son, Ivaan, and maintains interests in traveling, music, and squash.

Early life and education

Childhood and family background

Sandeep Rajora was born on 14 July 1974 in , . Rajora grew up in a military family, with his father, CPS Rajora, serving as personnel in the . This background shaped his early years in , where he was raised alongside his sister, Kavita Rajora. His mother's name remains undisclosed in public records. Standing at 5 feet 11 inches (1.80 m), Rajora's height was a notable physical characteristic evident from his youth.

Formal education

Sandeep Rajora completed his schooling at Army Public School in . Due to his family's frequent relocations stemming from his father's , Rajora later moved to , where he pursued and obtained a (MBA) from the University of Pune. Following his MBA, Rajora briefly worked at in . He then took up a short-term position at Cimatron, an Israeli-based software company in . These early corporate roles, spanning the late , preceded his entry into the entertainment industry in 2001, when he transitioned to modeling.

Professional career

Modeling beginnings

After completing his MBA from the University of , Sandeep Rajora briefly worked in a corporate role at in before deciding to pivot toward creative opportunities in the entertainment industry. This transition marked his entry into modeling in 2001, driven by a desire to explore artistic expression beyond traditional business paths. In the same year, Rajora achieved early recognition by winning the Gladrags Manhunt , a prominent male modeling competition in that launched several careers in and media. The victory propelled him back to , where he established himself as a professional model, undertaking a series of high-profile assignments for advertisements, runway shows, and print campaigns across the country. During the early 2000s, Rajora completed numerous modeling gigs in , gaining visibility in the burgeoning scene and building a portfolio that highlighted his versatility in commercial and editorial work. These experiences solidified his foundation in the industry, allowing him to network within Mumbai's creative circles before further advancements.

Transition to television

After achieving recognition in the modeling industry, particularly through print ads, ramp walks, and music videos, Sandeep Rajora transitioned to television acting in 2002, seeking to establish a more defined on-screen identity beyond his visual appeal. This move was motivated by the practical opportunities in scripted television for newcomers without industry connections, allowing him to showcase acting skills in narrative roles rather than static poses. Rajora made his television debut that year in the Star Plus horror anthology series , appearing in the episode "Jaanwar" as , a supporting character in a thriller storyline involving elements. Shortly thereafter, in 2003, he secured a more prominent role as Siddharth "Sid" Kanwar in the drama on , portraying the elder stepbrother in a multi-generational centered on middle-class values and dynamics; the role marked one of his earliest extended engagements in daily soaps. These initial forays on Star Plus and highlighted Rajora's early presence across major channels, where he navigated the demands of episodic and serialized formats. However, the shift presented challenges, including the risk of over-exposure in long-running soaps that could typecast him, necessitating periodic image reinvention through new portfolios and selective role choices to sustain relevance without a "godfather" in the industry. Despite these hurdles, the transition leveraged his modeling visibility to build a foundation in , emphasizing strategic decisions to differentiate himself in a competitive field.

Notable television roles

Sandeep Rajora first garnered significant attention for his portrayal of Suryadev, the sun god and father of , in the mythological epic Mahabharat, which aired on Star Plus starting in 2013. His depiction emphasized the divine authority and paternal legacy of the character within the grand narrative of the . He reprised the role in Sankatmochan Mahabali Hanuman (2015–2017) on . Building on this, Rajora portrayed Suryadev again in on from 2015 to 2016, marking the third time he embodied the deity across mythological serials. This recurring casting highlighted his suitability for authoritative divine figures, evolving from supporting mythological cameos to more central paternal roles that underscored themes of destiny and heritage. In a shift to contemporary drama, Rajora portrayed Kulbhushan Bhalla, a family patriarch and husband to Maitri, in the series on in 2018. The character navigated complex family dynamics and emotional conflicts, showcasing Rajora's versatility beyond mythological genres. More recently, from 2023 to present, Rajora has played Senior Inspector Madhav Poddar in the long-running family saga on Star Plus, depicting a principled entangled in intergenerational family tensions; he returned to the role in October 2025 after a brief hiatus. This role represents a progression to lead dramatic characters, where he balances authority with emotional depth, further solidifying his career trajectory from divine supporting parts to nuanced modern leads. Additionally, Rajora made a guest appearance as a model in the iconic song "Raat Din Tere Khayal Aane Lage," blending his early modeling background with on-screen presence.

Participation in reality television

Sandeep Rajora gained prominence through his participation in the inaugural season of Fear Factor India, a reality competition series that premiered on Sony Entertainment Television on March 10, 2006, and was hosted by Mukul Dev. The format, adapted from the international Fear Factor franchise, required contestants to complete extreme physical and mental challenges, including stunts involving heights, water, and phobias. Rajora competed in the grand finale, which was filmed in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and aired on June 2, 2006. As the overall winner, Rajora received a cash of ₹10 , marking a pivotal achievement in his early career. His success in the show, which emphasized raw adventure and resilience—qualities he attributed to his upbringing as an army kid—contrasted sharply with the character-driven, scripted nature of his subsequent roles. No other major appearances by Rajora have been documented beyond this participation.

Personal life

Marriage and family

Sandeep Rajora married Roshi Rana on November 9, 2008, in an arranged-love ceremony held in . The couple's union marked the beginning of Rajora's family life, blending his Delhi roots with Rana's background. The couple has one child, a son named Ivaan Rajora, born after their marriage. Post-marriage, Rajora and Rana have maintained a supportive environment, with Rana providing encouragement during his career shifts within the entertainment industry. The family shares close-knit dynamics centered on mutual appreciation of Rajora's professional endeavors; his wife enjoys the creative elements in his work, while Ivaan actively watches and offers critiques, fostering a collaborative household atmosphere.

Sports and interests

Sandeep Rajora developed a passion for squash during his youth, competing as a state-level player and representing his region in . He has maintained this interest into adulthood, playing the sport regularly to stay fit and active amid his demanding acting schedule. In 2008, Rajora won a squash organized by Gold Gym, noting that the high-intensity activity serves as an effective cardio workout similar to his gym sessions. Beyond squash, Rajora incorporates gym training 4-5 days a week for about 1.5 hours per session, along with beach jogging, to sustain his athletic build and modeling physique. He alternates these activities with or squash every two weeks to prevent routine monotony and support his professional requirements. Rajora follows a disciplined diet, emphasizing a hearty , moderate lunch, and light dinner, while crediting positive thinking and hard work for his consistent fitness over the years. His personal interests extend to travelling and listening to music, which provide relaxation outside his career pursuits.

References

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  2. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10594496/
  3. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1876553/
  4. https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/suryaputra-karn/photostory/47797981.cms
  5. https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/exclusive-sandeep-rajora-on-yeh-rishta-kya-kehlata-hai-its-my-second-innings-and-it-feels-good-to-find-instant-feedback-on-the-show-and-performances/articleshow/109078543.cms
  6. https://www.iwmbuzz.com/television/news/sandeep-rajora-returns-as-madhav-poddar-in-yeh-rishta-kya-kehlata-hai-shares-pics/2025/10/15
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  8. https://www.indya101.com/c/celebrities/Sandeep-Rajora-biography
  9. https://nettv4u.com/celebrity/hindi/movie-actor/sandeep-rajora
  10. https://www.indianetzone.com/sandeep_rajora
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  13. https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/is-sandeep-getting-hitched/articleshow/2285562.cms
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