Hemant Kher | |
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| Born | December 17, 1977 Kosamba, Gujarat, India |
| Alma mater | National School of Drama (NSD) |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, Writer, Acting Coach |
| Years active | 2006–present |
| Notable work | Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story |
| Spouse | Urvashi Kher (m. 2006) |
| Children | 2 |
Hemant Kher (born 17 December 1977) is an Indian actor, writer, and acting coach. He is best known for his role as Ashwin Mehta in the web series Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story . [1] [2]
Hemant Kher was born in Kosamba, Gujarat, India. He graduated from the prestigious National School of Drama (NSD), where he developed his passion for acting and theatre. [3] [4]
He gained widespread recognition for his performance in Scam 1992, where he portrayed Ashwin Mehta, the brother of stockbroker Harshad Mehta. [5] [6]
Parchaiyaan (2021) – Film
Hemant Kher has been married to Urvashi Kher since 2006, and the couple has two children. He often emphasizes the importance of balancing personal and professional commitments. [7] [8]
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| Year | Title | Role/Contribution | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Kya Tum Ho | Actor | Film |
| 2013 | India's Best Dramebaaz | Acting Coach | Television |
| 2018 | Mitron | Official Acting Coach, Actor | Film |
| 2019 | Notebook | Official Acting Coach, Actor | Film |
| 2020 | Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story | Ashwin Mehta | Web Series |
| 2021 | Parchaiyaan | Actor | Film (upcoming) |
Kher's role in Scam 1992 earned him critical acclaim, and the series became one of the highest-rated Indian web series. He is also recognized for his contributions to acting through his workshops and mentoring roles. [9]
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