Indian television and film actor and model who was the runner up in the 1999 Grasim Mr. India contest, and first runners-up at the Mr Intercontinental. He is best known for television roles as Aditya on Maryada: Lekin Kab Tak?, Rohan Mishra on Hongey Judaa Na Hum, Shlok on Seven and Anthony Gonzalves/Shantanu Kant on Bahu Hamari Rajni Kant. His films credits include Tum Bin, Naam Gum Jaayega, Dil Vil Pyar Vyar, Heroine, and 2013’s Gippi. Born Rakesh Bapat on September 1, 1978 in Mumbai, India, he got his start appearing in television commercials for companies like Colgate and Wrigley’s gum. He made his television debut in the serial Saat Phere. In 2011, he married actress Riddhi Dogra.
Raqesh Vashisth
Raqesh Vashisth Personal Details:
Date Of Birth: 1 September 1978
Birth Place: Mumbai, India
Birth Name: Rakesh Bapat
Nickname: Raqesh
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Occupation: Actor, Model
Nationality: Indian
Race/Ethnicity: Asian (Indian)
Religion: Hindu
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Black
Sexual Orientation: Straight
Raqesh Vashisth Body Statistics:
Weight in Pounds: 165 lbs
Weight in Kilogram: 75 kg
Height in Feet: 5′ 10″
Height in Meters: 1.78 m
Chest: 40 inches
Biceps: 12 inches
Waist: 32 inches
Shoe Size: 10.5 (US)
Raqesh Vashisth Family Details:
Father: Unknown
Mother: Unknown
Spouse/Wife: Ridhi Dogra (m. 2011)
Children: No
Siblings: Sheetal Bapat (Sister)
Raqesh Vashisth Education: Master of Business Administration (MBA)
University of Mumbai, Mumbai
Raqesh Vashisth Facts:
*He was born on September 1, 1978 in Mumbai, India.
*As a painter, he won the National Award at the junior level for his painting.
*He won the title of Mr. Pune.
*His hobbies include painting, playing tennis, horse-riding, sculpting, singing, playing flute and sitar.
*Visit his official website: www.raqeshvashisth.com