Acting
Community Rating
6.6
TMDB estimate
Born in
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Akshay Anand, born John Fitzgerald Gardner in Delhi, India, is an Indian actor, writer, director, and content creator with a career spanning over three decades in film and television. Discovered and mentored by legendary filmmaker Dev Anand, he made his film debut with a cameo in Hum Naujawan (1985), a project that also introduced actress Tabu. He gained early recognition in television with the Doordarshan series Indradhanush, which featured notable names such as Girish Karnad, Ashutosh Gowariker, Karan Johar, and Urmila Matondkar. Around this time, he was offered his first Hindi feature film, Do Pal, by Ravi Rai, marking the formal adoption of his screen name, Akshay Anand, in honor of his mentor. Over the years, Anand has built a diverse portfolio in Indian entertainment, appearing in numerous successful films and television series across genres. He seamlessly transitioned into behind-the-camera roles, including writing, producing, and directing for both theatrical releases and OTT platforms. His work reflects a blend of artistic versatility and commitment to storytelling, earning him recognition as both a performer and a creative force in the industry. Bridging classical cinema influences with contemporary media, he continues to contribute to Indian film and television while mentoring emerging talent and exploring new narrative forms. TMDB mini biography by: Ashvin Borad
Sisters
as Jay Mehta
TBA

Azaad
as Biru
2025

Kisko Tha Pata
as Gajraj Kumar
2024

A Wedding Story
2024

The Receptionist
2023

Alibaba: Dastaan-E-Kabul
as Sultan
2022

Sadak 2
as John
2020

Ek Duje Ke Vaaste 2
as Devraj Malhotra
2020

Jaane kyun de yaaron
2018

Ek Duje Ke Vaaste
as Devraj Malhotra
2016

Student Of The Year
as Abhimanyu's Uncle
2012

Ladies VS. Ricky Bahl
2011

Uuf Kya Jadoo Mohobbat Hai
as Raj Chaudhry
2004
Kehta Hai Dil
as SP Adityapratap Singh
2002

Witness
as Dheeraj
2000

Saamne Wali Khidki
as Amit
2000

Yeh Hai Mumbai Meri Jaan
as David Rathod, Jo Jo Vaswani
1999

Ghulam
as Harihar “Hari” Mafatlal
1998

Tamanna
1998

Daava
as Suraj
1997