Akash Makhija is an Indian actor and voice-over artist who works in Hindi films, TV shows, and web series. He began his acting career with small roles on television, including an appearance in ‘Gumrah: End of Innocence’. He subsequently made his Bollywood debut with the film ‘Half Girlfriend’ (2017). His other notable projects include ‘Har Mard Ka Dard’, ‘Nirmal Pathak Ki Ghar Wapsi’, ‘Bhaiya Ji’, and ‘Bhool Chook Maaf’.
He gained significant recognition for his impressive performances as ‘Gobind’ in ‘Gram Chikitsalay’ and as ‘Babu’ in the crime thriller series ‘Raakh’ (2026). After years of attending auditions and facing rejections, Akash’s growing popularity has drawn attention to his work. He played the role of Jhaadi in the Hindi film ‘Nakhrewali’, directed by Rahul Shankalya, produced by Aanand L. Rai, and starring Ansh Duggal and Pragati Srivastava.
Akash Makhija Bio/Wiki
Akash Makhija was born on July 6, 1994, in Kalyan, Maharashtra. As of 2026, he is 32 years old. He grew up in a close-knit Sindhi family in Ulhasnagar, Maharashtra. From a young age, he enjoyed watching films and mimicking characters from movies and television shows.
During his childhood, Akash was deeply inspired by the character ‘Babu Rao’—portrayed by Paresh Rawal—in the comedy film ‘Hera Pheri’. He would often mimic this character at school, and he also used to imitate the comedian Raju Srivastava. His participation in school activities and events further deepened his interest in acting.
Akash Makhija completed his schooling at SPP New Era High School. Following this, he attended R.D. National College and W.A. Science College in Mumbai, where he earned a Bachelor of Mass Media degree, specializing in Advertising. He graduated in 2014. While still in college, he began attending auditions and traveling across various parts of Mumbai in search of acting opportunities.
His early journey was not easy; he faced numerous rejections before he could secure consistent work. Nevertheless, he remained dedicated to his craft and gradually gained experience through roles in television shows, advertisements, and voice-over projects.
Akash Makhija Personal Information
| Full Name | Akash Makhija |
| Profession | Actor |
| Date of Birth | 6 July 1994 |
| Age | 32 Years (as of 2026) |
| Birthplace | Kalyan, Maharashtra, India |
| Hometown | Ulhasnagar, Maharashtra |
| School | SPP New Era High School, Mumbai |
| College | R.D. National College and W.A. Science College in Mumbai |
| Qualification | Bachelor of Mass Media degree in Advertising (2014) |
| Height (approx.) | 5’7″ (170 cm) |
| Eye Color | Hazel |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
| Hobbies | Travelling, Watching Fims |
| Net Worth | Not Known |
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Akash Makhija Debut
| Film Debut | Half Girlfriend as Raman Yadav (2017) |
| TV Debut | Har Mard Ka Dard as DJ Bunnu (2017) on Life OK |
| Web Series Debut | Nirmal Pathak Ki Ghar Wapsi as Aatish Pathak (2022) on Sony LIV |
Akash Makhija Family & Relationship
Akash Makhija comes from a very close-knit family. He grew up in a joint family of about ten members in Ulhasnagar. Speaking about the importance of his family, he has mentioned that spending time with them helps him stay grounded in his personal life, regardless of how hectic his acting schedule may be.
His father’s name is Rajesh Makhija, and his mother’s name is Reshma Makhija. He also has a sister named Dhirti Makhija. On April 25, 2026, Akash married his childhood friend and girlfriend, Roshni Budhiraja. He has largely kept his personal life away from the public eye.
| Marital Status | Married |
| Wife | Roshni Budhiraja (Fashion Designer) |
| Engagement Date | 9 May 2025 |
| Marriage Date | 25 April 2026 |
| Father | Rajesh Makhija |
| Mother | Reshma Makhija |
| Brother | Rishi Makhija |
| Sister | Dhirti Makhija |
Akash Makhija Career
Akash Makhija began his acting career at a very young age. He started auditioning around the age of 18, but securing work was not easy; he faced numerous rejections and spent several years searching for the right role. During this period, he worked on advertisements, television shows, and voice-over projects to pursue his dream of becoming an actor.
In the early years of his career, Akash appeared in episodic shows such as ‘Crime Patrol’. Later, he played the character ‘DJ Bannu’ in the comedy television series ‘Har Mard Ka Dard’ (2017). Additionally, he appeared in ‘Sargam Ki Sadhe Satii‘, where he portrayed the character ‘Eklavya Awasthi’.
Akash made his Bollywood debut in the film ‘Half Girlfriend’ (2017), which starred Arjun Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor in the lead roles. In this film, he played ‘Raman Yadav’, a friend of Arjun Kapoor’s character.
In 2022, Akash Makhija appeared as ‘Atish Pathak’ in the SonyLIV series ‘Nirmal Pathak Ki Ghar Wapsi’, which also featured Vaibhav Tatwawadi, Ishita Ganguly, and Alka Amin. His performance was well-received, leading to further opportunities within the digital entertainment industry.
Subsequently, he appeared in the Manoj Bajpayee-starrer ‘Bhaiyya Ji’ (2024). Furthermore, he played the character ‘Hamid Ansari’ in ‘Bhool Chook Maaf’ (2025), which starred Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi in the lead roles. He also portrayed ‘Gobind Bhagat’ in the comedy-drama series ‘Gram Chikitsalay’. In this series, he was joined by Amol Parashar, Vinay Pathak, Anandeshwar Dwivedi, Garima Vikrant Singh, and Akansha Ranjan Kapoor.
In 2026, Aakash gained significant recognition for his portrayal of the character ‘Babu’ in the crime thriller series ‘Raakh’. The series features Ali Fazal, Sonali Bendre, Aamir Bashir, and Rakesh Bedi in lead roles. Aakash’s performance as a complex villain captured the attention of both the audience and critics. After spending several years playing minor roles, ‘Raakh’ proved to be a pivotal turning point in his career.
Akash Makhija has also appeared in the Hindi film ‘Nakhrewali’, which is directed by Rahul Shankhlya and produced by Aanand L. Rai. The film features Ansh Duggal and Pragati Srivastava in the lead roles, while Akash plays the character of ‘Jhaadi’.
Akash Makhija Movies
| Year | Movie | Role |
| 2026 | Nakhrewaali | Jhaadi |
| 2026 | Zor | Guddu |
| 2025 | Bhool Chuk Maaf | Hamid |
| 2024 | Bhaiyya Ji | Vedant |
| 2022 | Awwal (short) | Niyaz |
| 2021 | Love Stories | — |
| 2017 | Half Girlfriend | Raman Yadav |
Akash Makhija TV Series
| Year | TV Series | Role |
| 2026 | Gram Chikitsalay | Gobind Bhagat |
| 2026 | Raakh | Babu |
| 2025 | Pyaar Ke Panne: An Untold Story | Sahil |
| 2022 | Nirmal Pathal Ki Ghar Wapsi | Aatish Pathak |
| 2021 | Sargam Ki Sadhe Satii | |
| 2020 | High | Rakshit |
| 2020 | State of Siege 26/11 | — |
| 2017 | Har Mard Ka Dard | Dj Bunnu |
Akash Makhija Awards
- In 2026, Akash Makhija received the IMDb STARmeter Breakout Star Award for his performance in Raakh.
Akash Makhija Social Media Accounts
| @akashmakhija94 | |
| Facebbok | @akash.makhija1 |
Akash Makhija Interesting Facts
- Akash Makhija earned ₹2,000 for one of his early acting assignments in the television show ‘Gumrah: End of Innocence’.
- In the comedy television series ‘Har Mard Ka Dard’ (2017), Akash played eight different characters.
- In 2016, Akash participated in an acting workshop conducted by ‘Mukesh Chhabra Casting Company’.
- While preparing for the role of Raman Yadav in the film ‘Half Girlfriend’ (2017), Akash attended a workshop to learn the Bihari dialect.
- Early in his career, Akash had planned to try his luck in acting for only two to three years; he had decided that if it didn’t work out, he would pursue a career in advertising.
- Akash was once offered a position as an outdoor broadcaster at a radio station. However, instead of choosing a different career path, he decided to continue pursuing his dream of becoming an actor.
- Akash Makhija is very fond of traveling and frequently visits various places. He often shares photos and glimpses of his travels on social media.
- Akash follows the ‘Sant Nirankari Mission’, which is an integral part of his personal beliefs and spiritual life.
- Akash Makhija has also worked with legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan in Kaali Awaazein, an audio podcast released on Audible.
- Akash Makhija has around 92K Instagram followers and is also active on Facebook.
