Hrashad Chopda, one of TV's most adored personalities, celebrates his 41st birthday on May 17. The handsome hunk has amassed a huge fan following over the years thanks to his acting prowess and charming personality. He made his debut in 2007 with the role of Karan Srivastav in Mamta. Since then, Harshad has appeared in many popular shows, including Kis Desh Mein Hai Meraa Dil, Left Right Left, Bepannaah, Dharam Patni, and Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai. In addition to his successful television career, he also appeared in the Bollywood movie 2016 The End, alongside Divyenndu, Kiku Sharda and Priya Banerjee. Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai December 10, 2023 Written Update: Armaan's Family Refuses To Accept Abhira, Deems Their Marriage an 'Accident’.

While fans gush over his captivating good looks and charming personality, there's much more to the actor than meets the eye. Harshad is known for being highly private, keeping many details of his life under wraps. So, on the actor's special day, here's looking at some of the lesser-known facts about him.

1. The Actor Has Walked the Ramp!

Well, this doesn't come as a shocker, but the actor was declared the first runner-up in Citadel Mr Pune 2004. Having participated in the Grasim Mr India contest in 2006, the YRKKH actor took home the title of the best smile. He has also walked the ramp shows for ZOD and Launch of War of DJ's III with Rohit Verma.

 

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2. His Family Never Wanted Him To Be an Actor

Harshad Chopda's family never wanted him to pursue acting and took education very seriously. Before pursuing his dream of becoming an actor, the actor graduated in Computer Engineering.

3. Harshad Chopda's Acting Debut

Harshad auditioned for Zee TV's Mamta in 2006 and bagged the role of Karan Srivastav in the show. Following this, he became a well-known name with his role as Cadet Ali Baig in SAB TV's Left Right Left.

 

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4. Harshad Appeared on the List of 100 Most Sexy Men

The handsome hunk was once made to a British Newspaper's 50 Sexiest Asian Men List in 2018 and was placed 19th. Having been nominated again in 2019, Harshad ranked sixth. The actor, who is a big fitness freak, always maintains a great physique.

5. Harshad’s Ideal Partner

Although Harshad is a very private person, he revealed in an interview the qualities he seeks in a partner. He stated that all he is looking for is cooperation and companionship, and that's it. He said, "If you can find someone who makes your life easy, what more do you need."

 

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6. Harshad's Food Preferences 

Born into a Marwari family, Harshad is a pure vegetarian. Because of his fitness freak image, not many would know that he is a foodie. The actor loves Thai and Indian cuisines, and his favourite Indian food is dal dhokli and dabeli.

7. Harshad’s Favourite Actor

Harshad's favourite actor is Salman Khan, and it's clear that the Bollywood superstar's fitness-focused lifestyle has inspired Harshad to embrace fitness as well. Did You Know Salman Khan Once Proposed to Heeramandi Actress Sharmin Segal? Here’s What He Said!.

Here's wishing the immensely loved TV star a very happy birthday! May he continue to grace everyone with his acting and charm for many more years to come.

 

 

 

 

 

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