Aditya Rawal: Overview

Aditya Rawal (born 28 September 1993) is an Indian actor, writer, and playwright who has steadily made his mark in the Hindi film industry with compelling performances and a dedication to craft. Son of renowned actor Paresh Rawal and actress‑Miss India Swaroop Sampat, Rawal grew up in Mumbai surrounded by artistic influences but pursued his own journey through theatre, scriptwriting, and acting. After graduating from the University of Mumbai, where he was actively involved in football and creative studies, he pursued dramatic writing at NYU and theatrical training at the London International School of Performing Arts. Rawal began his film career writing and co‑writing scripts, including contributing to Panipat (2019), before making his acting debut in the ZEE5 film Bamfaad (2020), directed by Ranjan Chandel. His portrayal of complex characters earned him critical attention, and his role in Faraaz (2022) won him the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut. He continued to expand his profile with challenging roles such as Sajid in the crime‑thriller series Daldal (2026) on a major OTT platform, and as a darker antagonist in Subedaar (2026) alongside Anil Kapoor, showcasing his range and commitment to layered storytelling. In interviews, Rawal emphasizes learning from his family while honoring his individuality and choices in role selection. With several interesting projects lined up, including upcoming romantic thriller Sundar Poonam opposite Sanya Malhotra, he is widely seen as one of the promising young talents of contemporary Hindi cinema. (Wikipedia)