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Sundeep Verma, is a Mumbai-based actor. Verma's educational background includes a Master's degree in Narrative Environment Design from Central Saint Martins College of Arts & Design in London, as well as a Bachelor's degree in Accessory Design from the National Institute of Fashion Technology in New Delhi. While initially focusing on design, Verma pursued acting during his time in London doing English plays and did professional theatre training in Hindi plays at Rangparivartan Theatre in New Delhi.

Despite achieving success as a Creative Director in the advertising industry, and after working with top agencies like Ogilvy & Mather, Grey, Omnicom Group & more, Verma ultimately chose to wholeheartedly embrace his passion for 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. There was no turning back from there.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. He continued to work in many TV shows and web-series and portrayed a range of characters beautifully on screen. Some of the projects that he worked on are: Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, Savdhaan India Criminals Decoded, Ghum Hai Kisi Ke Pyaar Mein, Mehndi Wala Ghar, Angan Apno Ka, Pandya Store, Pushpa Impossible, Do Chutki Sindoor, Katha Unkhaee, Wagle Ki Duniya, Revolutions (web-series) and Gunaah (web-series on Disney+Hotstar).

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 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!"

From a flourishing corporate career to movies, it's been a great journey for Sundeep Verma. "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.

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