Sundeep Verma

Sundeep Verma, a Mumbai-based actor, has embarked on a remarkable journey that spans various experiences. Born in New Delhi on February 16th, he grew up in a Rajasthani family and holds the distinction of being the eldest among his siblings. Verma's educational background includes a Master's degree in Narrative Environment Design from the renowned Central Saint Martins College of Arts & Design in London, as well as a Bachelor's degree in Accessory Design from the esteemed National Institute of Fashion Technology in New Delhi. While initially focusing on design, Verma also pursued acting training at Cochrane Theatre in London and Rangparivartan Theatre in New Delhi. Despite achieving success as a Creative Director in the advertising industry, Verma ultimately chose to wholeheartedly embrace his passion for acting. From a young age, Verma found solace in the captivating world of comic books and stories. Encouraged by his father, he delved into literature through a postal library in New Delhi, igniting his passion for storytelling and visual arts. Verma's love for storytelling led him to create his own characters and comic books through sketching. After completing his schooling with a science stream, he ventured into NIFT, New Delhi, a prestigious design institute in India, driven by his fascination with visual design and storytelling. Following his studies, Verma entered the field of creative design, initially working with Wizcraft Entertainment and later establishing his own design studio in New Delhi. However, his profound interest in storytelling prompted him to pursue a Master's program in Narrative Environments Design at Central Saint Martins in London. Upon returning to India, Verma joined Ogilvy as an Associate Creative Director, lending his creative expertise to renowned brands. Despite his successful corporate career, his desire for a more fulfilling path ultimately led him to pursue acting. At the age of 40, Verma made the bold decision to pursue his lifelong dream of acting. While initially unsure of the response, he sent his photographs to casting directors and was pleasantly surprised when he received a call from Mukesh Chabbra Casting Co., a top casting agency in India. Although he didn't secure the role he auditioned for, the experience inspired him to persevere. After months of dedication, Verma successfully secured the role of Raghu Pahan in the web-series "Aar Ya Paar" on Disney+Hotstar. His portrayal of the character, inspired by land mafias in Chhattisgarh, garnered praise and recognition. Verma continued to showcase his versatility and finesse in the role of Manohar Shah, a sweet and simple businessman, in the captivating series "Na Umar Ki Seem Ho" on Star Network's flagship channel. Working alongside esteemed actors like Iqbal Khan (Crackdown and Pyar Ko Ho Jaane Do fame) and Ajay Trehan (Fauji, Kumkum Bhagya fame), Verma's talent shone through. While immersed in the "Na Umar Ki Seem Ho" project, Verma secured another notable role in the fictional thriller web-series "D.A.U.," produced by Applause Entertainment. Portraying a Bomb & Explosives' Scientist associated with a terrorist organization, Verma brought intensity and depth to the character. This gripping series finds its audience on Sony Liv. Sundeep Verma is not only a passionate and hardworking actor but also a consummate professional known for his punctuality and calm demeanor. He believes that actors serve as conduits, expressing the suppressed emotions of society and providing audiences with a cathartic experience. Verma's journey serves as a testament to the idea that nothing is impossible, as he pursued his acting career in his 40s, following his passion and achieving success. Sundeep Verma is a passionate and dedicated actor known for his professionalism and punctuality. His co-stars describe him as a gentleman with a calm demeanor. Sundeep says in his own words: "An actor is a channel, representative of the collective expressions of suppressed emotions within our society. He creates art things with his voice, behavior and mannerism that helps audience experience a catharsis of their own suppressed emotions!" "I am probably the only other actor after Boman Irani to start his acting career in his 40s! But I believe, nothing is impossible!" He says in another conversation.