Sandiip Sikcand is a well-known Indian producer, writer, and director in the television industry. |
He has produced popular Indian TV shows like ‘Kahaan Hum Kahaan Tum,’ ‘Mehendi Hai Rachne Wali,’ and ‘Bohot Pyaar Karte Hai.’ |
When he was 17, Sikcand started his own garment export business, which he ran for 10 years before pursuing acting. |
At 27, he founded his theatre company called ‘Masquerade’ and began producing and directing plays. |
Sikcand worked at Balaji Telefilms, starting as an Associate Creative Head and later becoming the Creative Head. |
He was a creative director and actor in the hit show “Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii” in 2000. |
Sikcand also had supporting roles in TV series like ‘Kesar’ and ‘Kkehna Hai Kuch Mujhko.’ |
He became the Chief Creative Officer of Sony Entertainment Television in 2006. |
Sikcand was the Programming Head of Sony Entertainment Television when the reality show “Bigg Boss” premiered. |
He has been associated with “Bigg Boss” since its first season and appeared as a guest in various seasons. |
Sikcand considers his role in “Murder 2” as Nirmala Pandit to be his best. |
Following “Murder 2,” he played roles in films like “Black Money” and “Tu Hai Mera Sunday.” |
He worked as a creative director for shows like ‘Amrit Manthan,’ ‘Kasamh Se,’ and ‘Yeh Hai Mohabbatein.’ |
In 2007, Sikcand was a creative director for “Dhhai Kilo Prem,” inspired by his own experiences with body image issues. |
Apart from acting and directing, Sikcand has produced TV shows like ‘Kahaan Hum Kahaan Tum’ and ‘Mehendi Hai Rachne Wali.’ |
His Telugu show “Gorintaku” received acclaim, leading to a Hindi remake as “Mehendi Hai Rachne Wali.” |
Sikcand enjoys collecting film DVDs and prefers not to share them. |
In interviews, he expressed his love for travel and revealed a wish to explore the world and own a house in New York. |