Adeel Akhtar Wiki/Biography
Adeel Akhtar, British citizen, actor and model. Adeel Akhtar played the well-known character Shahzad in the acclaimed television drama series Murdered by My Father. In addition, he gained fame in 2013 for his appearance in the acclaimed British comedy-drama series Utopia.
In 2022, Adeel Akhtar—who was born on September 18th, 1980—will be 41 years old. He was born and raised in a well-known Muslim family in London, England, United Kingdom. He belongs to the British nationality and practices Islam. His sister, Sadia Akhtar, is the only family member he has.
At the Cheltenham Junior School in Gloucestershire, England, he finished his early schooling. Following that, he enrolled at Cheltenham College in Newick House, England, where he earned a law degree before graduating in 1999. He has been interested in performing since he was a little child and has decided to pursue it. He studied at The New School and Pace University’s Actors Studio Drama School in New York, United States, to polish his acting skills.
What is the net worth of Adeel Akhtar?
Adeel Akhtar had a successful career as an actor and is thought to be worth $1.5 million as of 2023. He has been in more than 50 films, television shows, and stage productions.
Quick facts of Adeel Akhtar
| Full Name | Adeel Akhtar |
| Net Worth | $1.5 Million |
| Date of Birth | 18 September 1980 |
| Age | 41 Years Old |
| Birth Place | London, England, United Kingdom |
| Currently, Live in | London |
| Profession | Actor and Model |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
| School/High School | Cheltenham Junior School, Gloucestershire, England |
| College/University | Cheltenham College, Newick House, England Actors Studio Drama School at Pace University The New School, New York, United States |
| Sister Name | Sadia Akhtar |
| Girlfriend | Alexis Burke |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Wife | Alexis Burke |
| Children | 1 |
Career
In Chris Morris’ film Four Lions, Akhtar made his acting debut as the unskilled Muslim militant Faisal. His other comedic parts include that of Gupta in The Angelos Epithemiou Show, Maroush in The Dictator, and Smee in Joe Wright’s Pan.
Akhtar has also gained attention for his dramatic performances; in 2015, his depiction of Wilson Wilson in Channel 4’s Utopia earned him a BAFTA nomination for Best Supporting Actor.
He costarred with Toby Jones as both DS Ira King in River and shopkeeper Ahmed in the BBC miniseries Capital.
When reviewing River for The Daily Telegraph, Michael Hogan stated: “Abi Morgan did an outstanding job writing this series, and it was also masterfully directed and, most importantly, played.
The more subdued, understated supporting players also did well. Not just veterans, but also newcomers: Georgina Rich, River’s therapist, and Adeel Akhtar, his indefatigably patient sidekick “.
In the 2016 BBC special Murdered by My Father, Akhtar played Shahzad. For this performance, he became the first non-white actor to win the 2017 BAFTA for Lead Actor.
He also played Naveed, the main character’s brother, in the 2017 romantic comedy The Big Sick. He played Rob Singhal in the well-known BBC miniseries based on John le Carré’s The Night Manager.
Akhtar will reprise his performance as Billy in the 2021 season of the critically acclaimed BBC Three series Back to Life, which was created by Daisy Haggard and Laura Solon.
Achievements and Awards
[Nominee for BAFTA Film Award] Best Leading Actor in 2022. Ava and Ali (2021)
winning BAFTA TV Award (2017) exemplary leading actor Assassinated by my father (2016)
[Nominee for BAFTA TV Award] (2015) Outstanding Supporting Actor. Utopia (2013) (2013)
Value of Adeel Akhtar in 2022
Family, Boyfriend, Relationship
Adeel is very careful about what details about the private life he divulges. He has reportedly been wed to documentary filmmaker Alexis Burke since 2015. The children of the marriage go by the names Arlo and Ezra.
Physical Appearance (Height, Weight)
Adeel Akhtar Size and Weight frequently dons attire with an athletic look that suits him. He stands approximately 6 feet 3 inches tall and weighs 65 kilograms. He has stunning, captivating eyes with a flaming light brown tinge, short, fashionable black hair.
