Aasif Khan is an Indian actor and casting director who has worked in Hindi films and web series. He is known for his roles in popular projects such as ‘Mirzapur’, ‘Paatal Lok’, ‘Jamtara’, and ‘Panchayat’. He has also appeared in films like ‘Ready’, ‘Toilet: Ek Prem Katha’, ‘Pari’, ‘India’s Most Wanted’, ‘Pagglait’, ‘The Great Indian Family’, and ‘Kakuda’.
His portrayal of Ganesh in ‘Panchayat’—a character better known to audiences as “Damaad Ji”—earned him significant recognition. In 2026, Aasif Khan participated as a contestant in ‘Bigg Boss 20’, giving the audience a chance to see a different side of him.
Aasif Khan Bio/Wiki
Aasif Khan was born on March 13, 1991, in Nimbahera, Rajasthan. As of 2026, he is 35 years old. He completed his schooling at Kailash Vidya Vihar in Nimbahera and KVV in Vijayanagar. Later, he pursued his studies at Mohanlal Sukhadia University in Udaipur, Rajasthan, where he graduated in Fine Arts.
He developed an interest in acting during his school days and subsequently became involved in theatre. After completing his education, he worked in theatre and eventually moved to Mumbai to seek opportunities in the entertainment industry.
Before establishing himself as an actor, Asif worked in various sectors of the industry. His journey encompasses theatre, casting work, films, and OTT projects.
Aasif Khan Personal Information
| Full Name | Aasif Khan |
| Profession | Actor |
| Date of Birth | 13 March 1991 |
| Age | 35 Years (as of 2026) |
| Bithplace | Nimbahera, Rajasthan, Indian |
| Hometown | Nimbahera, Rajasthan |
| School | Kailash Vidya Vihar, Nimbahera KVV in Vijaynagar |
| College | Mohanlal Sukhadia University, Udaipur, Rajasthan |
| Qualification | Graduation in Fine Arts |
| Height | 5’6″ (168 cm) |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Religion | Islam |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
| Hobbies | Acting |
| Net Worth | Not Known |
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Aasif Khan Debut
| Film Debut | Pari as Ismail (2018) |
| Web Series Debut | Mirzapur as Babar (2018) |
| Short Film Debut | Vacancy as Durgesh Kumar (2017) |
| Musci Video Debut | Galtiyan sung by Aditya (2022) |
Aasif Khan Family & Relationship
Aasif Khan was born in Nimbahera, Rajasthan. His father, Ayyub Khan, worked at J.K. Cement, while his mother, Firdous Khan, is a homemaker. He has two brothers and a sister.
Aasif Khan is married to Zeba. According to StarsUnfolded, the couple got married in Mumbai on December 10, 2024. Aasif generally keeps his personal life away from the public eye.
| Marital Status | Married |
| Wife | Zeba |
| Marriage Date/Place | 19 December / Mumbai |
| Father | Late Ayyub Khan (worked in J.K. Cement) |
| Mother | Firdous Khan |
| Siblings | Not Known |
Aasif Khan Career
Aasif Khan’s acting career began with his interest in theatre. During his school days, he participated in stage performances, which inspired him to take acting more seriously. In 2010, he moved to Mumbai to pursue a career in acting; initially, he worked as a waiter at a hotel while simultaneously attending auditions. Subsequently, he worked as a junior artist in films like ‘Ready’ and ‘Agneepath’.
In 2011, he joined theatre groups in Jaipur and performed on stage for several years. Before gaining fame as an actor, Aasif also worked behind the scenes in the entertainment industry. His experience as a casting assistant helped him understand the process of selecting actors for auditions and various projects.
His early film roles were minor or supporting in nature. He appeared in cameo roles in films such as ‘Toilet: Ek Prem Katha’, ‘Pari’, and ‘India’s Most Wanted’.
He made his web series debut in 2018 with ‘Mirzapur’, playing the role of Babar, and received significant acclaim for his portrayal of Anas Ahmed in the 2020 web series ‘Jamtara: Sabka Number Aayega’.
His work in ‘Panchayat’ marked a major turning point in his career, as the audience greatly appreciated his character, Ganesh—also known as “Damaad Ji.” Following this, he worked on projects like ‘Paatal Lok’, ‘Human’, and ‘Mirzapur’ Season 2. In 2021, he appeared as a grocer in Umesh Bist’s comedy film ‘Pagglait’.
In 2022, he worked on projects such as ‘Murder in Agonda’, ‘Dil Se Hero’, and ‘Ghar Set Hai’. He played the lead role in ‘Ghar Set Hai’, while in ‘Murder in Agonda’, he portrayed the character of Sanket Salelkar.
In 2023, Aasif Khan was part of the film ‘The Great Indian Family’; that same year, he also appeared as ‘Prashant Bhaiya’ in the Amazon miniTV series ‘Dehati Ladke’. This role earned him recognition among younger audiences.
In 2024, Asif returned to the role of Ganesh—popularly known as ‘Damad Ji’—in ‘Panchayat Season 3’. His presence was well-received by the audience. That same year, he also appeared as ‘Kilvish’ in the horror-comedy film ‘Kakuda’, which was released on ZEE5.
In 2025, Aasif Khan appeared in the role of Nasir in the horror-comedy film ‘The Bhootni’. The film also features Sanjay Dutt, Mouni Roy, Sunny Singh, and Palak Tiwari in pivotal roles. His film ‘Single Salma’, in which he played the character of Rajiv, was also released that year.
Aasif Khan in Bigg Boss 20
In 2026, Aasif Khan joined ‘Bigg Boss 20’ as a contestant. Hosted by Salman Khan, this popular reality show premiered on September 6, 2026. Asif’s entry generated excitement among his fans, particularly those who recognize him from projects like ‘Panchayat’, ‘Mirzapur’, and ‘Paatal Lok’.
Alongside Asif, contestants such as Uditi Singh, Qazi Touqeer, Isha Rikhi, and Kanika Mann are also appearing on *Bigg Boss 20*. The show offers Asif the opportunity to reveal his true personality to the audience—an experience quite different from his acting career.
Aasif Khan Movies
| Year | Movie | Role |
| 2026 | Noorani Chehra (upcoming) | Zaheer |
| 2025 | Single Salma | Rajiv |
| 2025 | Thamma | — |
| 2025 | The Bhootnii | Nasir |
| 2024 | Kakuda | Kilvish |
| 2023 | The Great Indian Family | Tulsidas Mishra |
| 2021 | Pagglait | Parchun |
| 2020 | Darbar | — |
| 2019 | India’s Most Wanted | Bittu Sinha |
| 2018 | Pari | Ismail |
| 2017 | Toilet: Ek Prem Katha | Reporter |
| 2012 | Agneepath | Junior Artist |
| 2011 | Ready | Junior Artist |
Aasif Khan Web Series
| Year | Web Series | Role |
| 2024 | Panchayat Season 3 | Ganesh |
| 2024 | Dehati Ladke Season 2 | Prashant Bhaiya |
| 2023 | Dehati Ladke | Prashant Bhaiya |
| 2022 | Murder in Agonda | Sanket Salelkar |
| 2022 | Ghar Set Hai | Lakhan |
| 2022 | Human | Omer Pervez |
| 2020 | Mirzapur: Season 2 | Baabr |
| 2020 | Paatal Lok | Kabir M |
| 2020 | Panchayat | Ganesh |
| 2020 | Jamtara – Sabka Number Ayega | Anas Ahmad |
| 2019 | Humorously Yours | Chintu |
| 2018 | Mirzapur | Babar |
Aasif Khan Awards
- In 2018, he won Cineshorts by Viacom 18 for Best Actor for the short film ‘Vacancy’.
- In 2018, he also won Skylight Film Festival award for Best Actor for the short film ‘Vacancy’.
Aasif Khan Social Media Accounts
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| Twitter (X) | Aasifkhan_1 |
Aasif Khan Interesting Facts
- Aasif Khan was born in Nimbahera, Rajasthan.
- Before making a name for himself on screen, he worked in theatre.
- He has also worked as a casting assistant.
- In his early films, he played roles as a junior artist.
- He played the character of Babar in ‘Mirzapur’.
- His role as ‘Damaad Ji’ in ‘Panchayat’ became one of his most famous characters.
- Aasif Khan married Zeba in 2024.
- He entered ‘Bigg Boss 20’ as a contestant in September 2026.
- His journey—spanning theatre and small roles to popular OTT projects—has been a significant part of his career.
