Hasan Zaidi (born 28 September 1978) is an Indian television actor who is known for his roles in ''

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'' and '' Hum Ne Li Hai... Shapath''.

Life and family

Zaidi was born in Aligarh and hails from Hardoi near

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, U.P. He spent a his early childhood in

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, Oman. Zaidi was always in the school drama society, which eventually led to his acting career. He was also actively involved in theatre since an early age. He used to perform in plays during his school and college days. Before landing up in

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as an actor, Zaidi finished his bachelor of tourism and hospitality management from

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. In April 2009, Zaidi married Christina, an Austrian, who works for an NGO in Mumbai. The couple is blessed with a daughter, Naila.

Career

Zaidi made his acting debut in 2003 with

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series '' Kyun Hota Hai Pyarrr''. However, he got his first television breakthrough role as Sachin Chaudhary in the year 2007 with the serial '' Ghar Ek Sapnaa''. Zaidi made his film debut in 2004 with the

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film '' Kyun! Ho Gaya Na...''. In 2013, Zaidi debuted in theatre by becoming a part of the popular play ''Kknock Kknock'' which had just two characters, Rajesh Khera being the other actor. It gave Zaidi the opportunity to showcase his talent and brought him much acclaim for his acting.

Filmography

Television

Films

Theatre

Web–Series

Short–Films

References

External links

* {{DEFAULTSORT:Zaidi, Hasan Living people Indian male television actors People from Aligarh Male actors from Mumbai 1978 births Eastern Mediterranean University alumni Twelvers Indian Shia Muslims Indian expatriates in Northern Cyprus