Aditya Srivastava is an Indian actor known for his work in Hindi television and films, notably portraying Senior Inspector Abhijeet in 'C.I.D' from 1998 to 2018 on Sony Entertainment Television. |
He developed a keen interest in acting during his childhood and began acting in theater plays with Sangeet Samiti, Allahabad. |
In 1989, he moved to Delhi and joined the theater group Shri Ram Centre for Performing Arts. |
Aditya Srivastava made his television debut in 1992 with the series 'Dera' and later starred in 'Shesh Prashna' in 1993. |
He played Madhumoy Sur in the episode 'Kahen Kavi Kalidas' of 'Byomkesh Bakshi' in 1994. |
Relocating to Mumbai in 1995, he started working as a voice-over artist for commercials. |
His Bollywood debut was in 'Bandit Queen' in 1994, followed by 'Sanshodhan' in 1996. |
In 1997, he portrayed Majib in the TV series '9 Malabar Hill' on Zee TV. |
Aditya appeared in select episodes of 'Aahat' in 1998 on Sony Entertainment Television. |
He received acclaim for his role in the 1998 film 'Satya' as Inspector Khandilkar. |
His portrayal of Senior Inspector Abhijeet in 'C.I.D' propelled him to fame, catching the attention of the series' creator, B. P. Singh. |
Initially cast as a villain in 'C.I.D,' he signed on for 26 episodes which later expanded into a significant role. |
He played Tito in 'Dil Pe Mat Le Yaar' in 2000 and Murgi in the unreleased film 'Paanch' directed by Anurag Kashyap. |
Aditya Srivastava depicted Lt. Col. Pradeep in 'Lakshya' in 2004 alongside Hrithik Roshan. |
In 2006, he landed his first lead role in 'Dil Se Pooch… Kidhar Jaana Hai' as Avinash. |
He starred in 'Gulaal' in 2009 playing Karan Singh alongside Raj Singh Chaudhary. |
Aditya lent his voice as a narrator for the TV drama 'Peshwa Bajirao' in 2017. |
In 'Super 30' in 2019, he portrayed Lallan Singh. |
He portrayed Inspector Ashfaq Ali Khan in the TV series 'CIF' in 2019 on Dangal TV. |
Aditya Srivastava made guest appearances on various TV shows like 'Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai,' 'Comedy Circus Ka Naya Daur,' 'Adaalat,' and 'Kaun Banega Crorepati (Season 8).' |
In 2024, he starred with Bhumi Pednekar in the Netflix film 'Bhakshak.' |
He has acted in several Hindi and Tamil films, including 'Dil Se..,' 'Saathiya,' 'Black Friday,' and 'Raat Akeli Hai.' |
In 2004, Aditya was recognized in the Guinness Book of World Records for a 111-minute single shot in 'The Inheritance' episode of 'C.I.D.' |
He once shared an amusing incident of being mistaken for a real police officer by a lady at Delhi Airport. |
Aditya Srivastava and Dayanand Shetty (Daya) are close friends both on and off-screen. |