Samir Sharma

Samir Sharma was an Indian film and television actor best known for his role as Shaurya Maheshwari in the Indian drama series “Yeh Rishtey Hain Pyaar Ke.” In “Dil Kya Chahta Hai,” he played Nitin, while in “Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii,” he played Krishna Agarwal. Sharma began his acting career in 2004 and stayed in the industry for about 16 years, until 2020.

However, on August 5, 2020, Sharma was discovered dead at his Mumbai home, shocking the world, which had already been shaken by the suicide of late-actor Sushant Singh Rajput earlier that year.

What was the Net Worth of Samir Sharma?

Samir Sharma made a lot of money throughout his professional acting career. Sharma had began his profession in 2004 and had amassed a sizable wealth through his various appearances. His net worth was believed to be in the range of $500,000.

What is Samir Sharma Famous for?

  • As a soap opera actor, he is well-known.
  • In the Indian drama series “Yeh Rishtey Hain Pyaar Ke,” he played Shaurya Maheshwari.
Actor Samir Sharma was found dead at his Mumbai residence on 5 August 2020. (Source: @janatakaeporter)

Where was Samir Sharma Born?

Samir Sharma was born in Delhi, India, on April 3, 1976. Samir Sharma was his birth name. He was of Indian descent. Sharma was of Asian descent, and his zodiac sign was Taurus.

Samir Sharma was the sole child of his parents when he was born. In his hometown, he grew up alongside his sister, Nivedita Joshee. He attended Delhi Public School before enrolling at Sri Venkateswara College, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in economics. He relocated to Bangalore soon after graduation to work for an advertising agency.

Later, he worked for an IT firm, but he left to seek a career in the entertainment industry, and he soon began working for Radio City. Sharma moved to Mumbai in 2004 to pursue a career as an actor, and he auditioned for a number of TV series before landing his first role with Balaji Telefilms.

When Did Samir Sharma Die?

Samir Sharma committed suicide at his Mumbai apartment on August 5, 2020. On Wednesday night, he was discovered dead at the age of 44 at his Mumbai, Maharashtra, residence, which was initially spotted by the apartment’s security guard. The authorities investigated and suspected that he committed suicide two days prior and was discovered hanging from his kitchen ceiling.

They suspected a suicide attempt, although no suicide note had been discovered.

Samir Sharma’s Career Highlights Until 2020

  • In 2004, Samir Sharma made his television debut as Krishna Agrawal in the popular TV serial “Kahaani Ghar Ghar Ki.”
  • After that, he played Tusshar in the 2006 film “Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi” and in the horror series “Sssshhh Phir Koi Hai” (2006).
  • In 2005, he got his first break playing Nitin Pasricha in STAR One’s TV drama “Dil Kya Chahta Hai.” He stayed on for another two years, till 2007.
  • He was Captain Naveen Singh Ahluwalia in “Left Right Left” (2006-08) and Mannat(Mannu) in Four on SAB TV (2007).
  • In the Veeranwali serial on “9X,” he also played a hockey coach and an angry lover.
  • Sharma had a bad part as Brijesh in the NDTV Imagine serial “Jyoti” in 2009.
  • In 2010, Sharma earned the lead role of Rishabh Johri opposite Reena Kapoor in Sahara One’s longest-running serial, “Woh Rehne Waali Mehlon Ki,” produced by Rajshri Productions.
  • In 2013, he played the role of Varad Agnihotri in the television serial “Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon?…Ek Baar Phir.”
    Sharma made his Bollywood debut in the 2014 Bollywood film “Hasee Toh Phasee” as Nitin Bhardwaj in a supporting role.
  • Sharma also appeared in “Veeranwali,” “Geet Hui Sabse Parayee,” “2612,” “A.I.SHA My Virtual Girlfriend,” “Bhootu,” “Ayushman Bhava,” and “Ittefaq,” his second and final film.
  • He most recently appeared in the Star Plus series “Yeh Rishtey Hain Pyaar Ke,” where he played Shaurya Maheshwari from 2019 to 2020.
  • Sharma had previously worked in a number of ad campaigns and modeling gigs in addition to acting.

Who was Samir Sharma’s Wife?

Samir Sharma was only married once throughout his life. Aachla Sharma was his first and only wife. Their marriage, however, did not last long, and they divorced in 2014. He was never married and never had a child. At the time of his murder, Sharma was a 44-year-old independent man residing in a rented apartment in the Neha CHS building on Ahinsa Marg in Malad West, Mumbai.

Sharma was also a dog enthusiast who owned a few of pet dogs. Poetry, photography, cooking, reading, and driving are just a few of his interests.

Samir with his wife (Source: Filmfare.com)

How Tall was Samir Sharma?

At the time of his death, Samir Sharma was a handsome man in his mid-40s. He stood at a height of 5ft 11inches (1.811m) and weighed roughly 70kg. He was fair-skinned, with black hair and dark eyes.

Quick Facts About Samir Sharma

Celebrated Name Samir Sharma
Age 45 Years
Nick Name Sam
Birth Name Samir Sharma
Birth Date 1976-03-03
Gender Male
Profession Actor
Birth Nation India
Nationality Indian
Best Known For Known for his role as Shaurya Maheshwari in Indian drama series, “Yeh Rishtey Hain Pyaar Ke”
Ethnicity Asian
Horoscope Taurus
Sisters Niveddita Joshee
School Delhi Public School
College / University Sri Venkateswara College
Death Date August 5, 2020
Marital Status Married and Divorced
Wife Aachla Sharma(Divorced)
Children No
Net Worth $500k
Height 5ft. 11inch.(1.81m)
Weight 70kg(154 lbs)
Hair Color Black
Eye Color Black
Cause Of Death Suicide
Education Bachelor in Economics
Debut Television Show/Series Kahaani Ghar GHar Ki
Sexual Orientation Straight