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Born:
- Birthday: 1985-01-01
- Born Place: Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
Akshay Oberoi
Akshay Oberoi is an American actor of Indian descent who predominantly works in Hindi films and web series, known for his versatile and often critically acclaimed performances in independent cinema and on OTT platforms. Born on January 1, 1985, in Morristown, New Jersey, U.S., he is a relative of veteran actor Suresh Oberoi, making him the first cousin of actor Vivek Oberoi, though he has often described his journey as that of an "outsider" who received no industry assistance. He pursued formal training in acting and theatre arts at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, followed by intensive training in New York and Los Angeles, including under John Astin and at the Prithvi Theatre in Mumbai. Oberoi made his adult acting debut in the Rajshri Productions film Isi Life Mein (2010), followed by roles in films like Pizza (2014) and the universally praised Piku (2015). However, he gained significant recognition for his work in grittier, complex roles in films like Gurgaon (2017) and web series such as Illegal (2020) and Love Hostel (2022). His recent notable appearances include the action-thriller Fighter (2024) and the upcoming ensemble film Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari (2025).
