Shabir Ahluwalia Religion, Age, Height, Wife, Net Worth, Parents

Shabir Ahluwalia is one of the most prominent Indian television actors, who became famous with the iconic serial Kumkum Bhagya. Shabir started his work as an actor in 1999. He now holds over 26 years of experience in the entertainment industry. In this Biography we will discuss about Shabir Ahluwalia’s religion, age, height, wife, net worth, parents and professional career.

An Introduction to Shabir Ahluwalia 

An actor, model and reality television star, whose career has spread in films, daily soaps, reality (TV) shows and web series. Shabir is 45 years old, as he was born on 10 August 1979 in Mumbai, India. 

Name	Shabir Ahluwalia
Born	10 August 1979
Birth Place	Mumbai, India
Nationality	Indian
Zodiac Sign	Leo
Astro Sign By Name	Aquarius
Faith	Sikh
Age	45 years

Shabir Ahluwalia Religion

Shabir, along with his siblings, grew up in a mix of Sikh and Catholic culture. Shabir Ahluwalia religion is Multifaith, as he follows both relgion of his parents.

Physical Stats 

Shabir Ahluwalia’s height is about 5 feet and 9 inches, with his body weight mostly staying at 75 kg. Being a gym-going person, fitness has been key in Shabir’s life. 

Height	5 feet and 9 inches, 1.75m, 175 cm
Weight	75 kg, 165 lb
Hair	Black
Eye	Black
Feet Size	9 (US)
Tattoo	On Chest

Parents, Brother, Sister and Childhood 

Shabir grew up in a middle-class Indian family in Mumbai. Despite being famous, he has not shared the names of his parents. However, his father is a Sikh and his mother is Catholic. His siblings’ names are Sameer Ahluwalia (brother) and Shefali Ahluwalia (sister).

Father	Sikh
Mother	Catholic
Brother	Sameer Ahluwalia
Mother	Shefali Ahluwalia

Education 

Shabir’s schooling took place in an iconic St. Xavier’s High School (Vile Parle) in Mumbai. He then went to the United States to graduate from the University of Maryland. 

He is fluent in three languages: English, Hindi and Punjabi. 

Schooling	St. Xavier’s High School, Mumbai
Graduation	University of Maryland
Langauge Known	English, Hindi and Punjabi

Relationship: Marriage, Children 

• Shabir Ahluwalia is the husband of Kanchi Kaul. Being a part of the “Bhabhi” show, the pair got familiar in 2007. 
• Then, from 2007 to 2011, Shabir and Kanchi were in a secret relationship. 
• On 27 November 2011, they married in Mumbai in a traditional Sikh marriage.  
• It was July 23, 2014, when firstborn, Azai, entered their lives. 
• On 18 February 2016, Ivarr; their second boy, was born. 

The family of four lives in Mumbai. 

2007	Kanchi Kaul and Shabir Ahluwalia met
2007-11	Went into a Relationship
November 27, 2011	Married
July 23, 2014	Firstborn, Son, Azai
February 18, 2016	Son, Ivarr (second child)

Television Career Timeline 

Shabir Ahluwalia’s career suggests that he is one of the most consistent television actors. 

• 1999: Hip Hip Hurray was the first TV serial, where Shabir made his acting debut as the character of Purab. 

• 2002: A stand-out year for Shabir, where he worked in three serials: Ankit Mehra on Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, Rohit on Sanjivani and Shashaank on Kahi To Milenge. 

• 2003 to 2007: Shabir worked in his first major hit as a lead in Kahiin To Hoga as Rishi Garewaal. 

• 2004: He worked in two shows: Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii as Saumil Dikshit and Kya Hadsaa Kya Haqeeqat as Aman or Jay. 

• 2005: Shabir did play his role in Kkavyanjali as Vansh Malhotra. 

• 2006 and 2007: Shabir Ahluwalia hosted reality television dance show Nach Baliye’s seasons 1 and 2. 

• 2006: In Kasamh Se, Shabir played the role of Sandeep Sikand AKA Sandy. 

• 2006 to 2007: In the famous show Kasautii Zindagii Kay, he played as Omi. 

• 2007 to 2009: In Kayamath, he played the role of Milind Mishra. 

• 2009: He came as a contestant in Dhamaal Express and hosted Dancing Queen. 

• 2010: Shabir hosted Meethi Choori No 1 and Guinness World Records (Ab India Todega) reality TV shows and then became a contestant in Khatron Ke Khiladi season 3. 

• 2011 to 2014: For four seasons, he played as a cricketer in the Celebrity Cricket League. 

• 2011 and 2012: He worked as an actor in Laagi Tujhse Lagan as Dutta Bhau. 

• 2013: Shabir Ahluwalia produced the TV serial Savitri, but it did not work that well. 

• 2014 to 2021: It was the golden period in Shabir’s life, where he played as Abhishek Mehra (AKA) Abhi on Kumkum Bhagya. 

• 2017 to 2018: He made special appearances in Kundali Bhagya. 

• 2021: The special appearances came in Bhagya Lakshmi and Meet. 

• 2022 to 2024: He worked in Pyar Ka Pehla Naam: Radha Mohan as Mohan Trivedi. 

• 2025 – Present: Shabir is playing the role of Advocate Yug Sinha as Ufff..Yeh Love Hai Mushkil. 

As an actor (television), Shabir has won nine awards and been nominated for 10 other awards, which he has not won since 2004. 

Films and Web Series Timeline 

• 2007: In Shootout at Lokhandwala, Shabir Ahluwalia worked as RC.

• 2008: He worked in Mission Istaanbul as Khalil Nazar. 

• 2025: Shabir is a part of the famous WAR 2 movie. 

• 2019: He made his web series debut in Fixerr as Jaiveer Maalik. 

Social Media

Shabir is active on Instagram, having more than 1.5 million followers. He uses the platform mostly to promote work and a bit of personal life. 

Instagram: @shabirahluwalia

Earnings 

Shabir Ahluwalia is a rich television actor, with a net worth of INR 35 cr as of 2025. He has earned the money from acting, hosting, reality TV shows, stage performances and brand deals. Shabir drives an Audi car.

Shabir Ahluwalia’s Trivia 

• Shabir Ahluwalia is a gym-nerd and is known for his fitness. 
• Shabir’s hobbies are gymming, swimming and driving luxury cars. 
• Shabir is a non-vegetarian and loves Japanese cuisine. 
• Salman Khan is the actor Shabir loves the most. 
• Despite being in the film and TV industry since 1999, Shabir has not done the Big Boss show as a contestant. 
• In 2010, Shabir won Khatron Ke Khiladi season 3. 
• Rolex and Patek Philippe are his favourite luxury watch brands.

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