Shaad Randhawa
Shaad Randhawa is an Indian actor, best known for Tamil cinema. Shaad Randhawa began their career in 2006 and has been a prominent figure in the industry for over 20 years. With 30 credits to their name, Shaad Randhawa remains one of the most prolific and celebrated talents in the industry. Spanning 20+ years, Shaad Randhawa's career remains one of the longest and most celebrated in Tamil cinema.
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Biography
Shaad Randhawa is a Hindi cinema actor born on November 21, 1978, in Mumbai, the son of wrestler-actor Randhawa and nephew of actress Mumtaz. He made his film debut in Mohit Suri's Woh Lamhe (2006) and has since appeared in notable productions including Aashiqui 2 (2013), Ek Villain (2014), Saand Ki Aankh (2019), Marjaavaan (2019), and Mumbai Saga (2021). He has built a career across both supporting and character roles in mainstream Bollywood action and drama films, working with directors like Mohit Suri and Milap Zaveri. His more recent credits include Saiyaara (2025) and Mastiii 4 (2025), reflecting continued activity in Hindi commercial cinema.
Career Milestones
Film debut in Bollywood
View film →Breakthrough supporting role alongside Aditya Roy Kapur
View film →Television debut in prominent fantasy drama
Prominent role in Tushar Hiranandani's acclaimed sports drama
View film →Continued collaboration with director Mohit Suri across multiple films spanning nearly two decades
View film →Iconic Roles
Awarapan
Shaad Randhawa played Kabir, Shivam's close friend, in this Mohit Suri film. The character has a memorable emotional arc where he asks Shivam (Emraan Hashmi) to shoot him and set him free, making it one of Randhawa's most discussed supporting roles.
Saand Ki Aankh
Shaad Randhawa played Rambir Tomar, husband of sharpshooter Prakashi Tomar, in this biographical sports drama. The role appeared across multiple reviews and discussions of the film.
Ek Villain
Shaad Randhawa played Aditya Rathore, a CBI officer, in this Mohit Suri thriller. The film was a major commercial hit, giving Randhawa visibility in a mainstream production alongside Sidharth Malhotra and Shraddha Kapoor.
Defining Moments
Debut scene as the controlling, abusive boyfriend Nikhil Rai — including the confrontational assault sequence with Kangana Ranaut — establishing his screen presence as a composed menace for a first-time actor
His Bollywood debut in a difficult villain role; director Mohit Suri's guidance to 'never play a villain thinking you are a villain' shaped his approach to morally complex characters across his entire career
View film →Kabir's guilt-ridden betrayal of childhood friend Shivam — the emotional pivot of the film where Kabir tearfully confesses his treachery and says he is ready to die for Shivam
Despite a supporting role, his emotional intensity in the betrayal arc gave the film depth; Awarapan is consistently cited alongside Woh Lamhe as his most appreciated early work and the film has cult status
View film →As Vivek, Rahul's loyal manager whose initial ambiguity makes audiences suspect him as a villain before revealing his genuine warmth and support for the couple
One of his most recognisable performances; his sincerity and emotional clarity as Vivek made the character a fan favourite in one of Bollywood's biggest musical hits of the decade
View film →Playing ACP Aditya Rathore — a cop who tortures Guru, befriends him, then deliberately manipulates him — arguing internally that he is the film's 'real villain' despite wearing a badge
He described the character himself as the true antagonist of the story; the morally ambiguous COP role added a layer of suspense and is widely cited as a standout supporting performance in the film
View film →As Rambir Tomar, the patriarchal husband whose domestic oppression of Prakashi forms the backdrop against which she defies him publicly to pursue shooting — the household confrontation scenes
His portrayal of ingrained patriarchy gave weight to the sharpshooter grandmothers' triumph; the public confrontation where Prakashi stands up to him is a key emotional beat in the narrative
View film →Shaad Randhawa by the Numbers
If you watched every Shaad Randhawa film back-to-back, you'd be at it for roughly 1 day and 11h. Most-paired with Mohit Suri — 7 films together.
Filmography
See all 30 credits →
Collaboration Network
The Constellation
Top 10 most-paired collaborators. Bubble size and line thickness reflect how many films they share with Shaad Randhawa.
Career Analytics
Genre Breakdown
Language Distribution
Films by Decade
Top Co-Actors
See all →Shaad Randhawa has worked most frequently with Mohit Suri (7 films), Milap Zaveri (5 films), Riteish Deshmukh (4 films), John Abraham (3 films), and Sachin Khedekar (2 films).
Did You Know?
Shaad Randhawa is an Indian actor who primarily works in Hindi films.
He made his acting debut in the 2010 film 'Rokkk'.
He played the role of Vivek, the friend of the male lead, in the hit musical romance 'Aashiqui 2' (2013).
He portrayed Rambir Tomar, the son of the sharpshooting grandmothers, in the critically acclaimed film 'Saand Ki Aankh' (2019).
He has often been cast in supporting roles in commercial Hindi cinema.
Legacy & Influence
Shaad Randhawa is a supporting actor in Hindi cinema known for his consistent presence in a range of commercial and content-driven films. His career trajectory demonstrates a steady progression from smaller roles to more defined supporting characters in major productions. He made his film debut in the 2010 thriller 'Rokkk', but it was his role as Vivek, the friend and manager to the protagonist in the blockbuster musical romance 'Aashiqui 2' (2013), that brought him significant recognition. This film was a major cultural and commercial success, and Randhawa's performance contributed to the film's emotional core, establishing him as a reliable actor in ensemble casts. He further solidified this position with his portrayal of Rambir Tomar, the supportive son-in-law, in the critically acclaimed biographical drama 'Saand Ki Aankh' (2019), which was celebrated for its powerful storytelling and performances. His work in films like 'Marjaavaan' (2019) and 'Mumbai Saga' (2021) showcases his ability to adapt to different genres, from action dramas to period crime sagas. While not typically a lead, Randhawa's contribution lies in his ability to effectively portray grounded, often morally upright supporting characters that add depth and relatability to the narrative. He represents a segment of actors who build a credible filmography through steady work, reliability, and the capacity to enhance a film's supporting framework without overshadowing the central plot. His career reflects the importance of strong character actors in completing the cinematic tapestry of mainstream Hindi films.