Mumbai: Actor Aparshakti Khurana made a surprising and heartfelt revelation during a candid conversation on Double Date, where he appeared alongside his wife Aakriti Khurana. The couple joined hosts Neha Dhupia and Angad Bedi for an emotional and inspiring episode that streams every Thursday on Neha’s YouTube channel.
During the conversation, Aparshakti opened up about his early struggles, his unconventional journey into the entertainment industry, and his dreams beyond acting. Before becoming a successful actor, Aparshakti worked as a stylist in Mumbai while trying to find his footing in the industry.
Reflecting on those days, Aparshakti shared, “There was a phase when I thought what can be one way to shift to Bombay for me . so there was a phase when I was a stylist in Mumbai. I used to style some hosts which were hosting bollywood shows in a very famous tv channel. Slowly slowly I will say goodbye to whatever I am doing now, Mera bohat mann hai, after 10-12 years to learn tailoring. Kapda kaise kaatna hai kaise silna hai,”
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Jun 11, 2026He further recalled the struggles of trying to make it in the industry before marriage and how life unexpectedly changed afterward.
“jab main radio mein kaam kar kar raha tha, (when I was working on the radio) ya Delhi High court mein, or whatever small work I was doing before getting married I used to text or email directors or casting directors or production houses or tv channels, no one replied to me even once. The day I got married i received replies from 3 years old messages asking that they are now looking for a host and now if I can come and join them. I didn't believe in lady luck at all. But then I realised aisa bhi kuch ho sakta hai .”
The episode also turned emotional as Aparshakti remembered his late father and shared touching memories connected to Chandigarh. Hosts Angad and Aparshakti reflected on the bond their fathers shared and exchanged deeply personal memories, making for a heartfelt moment on the show.
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Jun 11, 2026Known for his versatility and grounded personality, Aparshakti’s honest revelations and emotional anecdotes struck a chord, giving fans a glimpse into the man behind the performer.
