Archive · 9 Nov 2025
Mahabharat Actor Arav Chowdharry Reflects on Enduring Love for Bhishma Role
Arav Chowdharry, who played a famous character named Bhishma in a show called Mahabharat, is still loved by many people even though the show ended 12 years ago.
He gets messages every day from fans who still watch the show all around the world.
People from different countries recognize him as Bhishma and want to take pictures with him, which surprises him.
Arav says this love for his role has even helped him get jobs in South Indian movies, where people also really liked Mahabharat.
Even though he's older now, he feels the role of Bhishma is with him forever because it made such a big impression.
He is also currently working on a new show called Zindagi Ka U Turn.
Actor Arav Chowdharry, famed for playing Bhishma in Mahabharat, continues to receive daily appreciation for the role 12 years after the show's conclusion.
Chowdharry noted the universal appeal of Mahabharat, with fans from various countries and diverse backgrounds recognizing and appreciating his portrayal of Bhishma.
The actor shared that international recognition for his role as Bhishma has been surprising, with foreigners often approaching him for pictures.
His role in Mahabharat has opened doors for work in the South Indian film industry, including Tamil and Telugu films, due to the popularity of the epic in those regions.
Arav Chowdharry is currently appearing in a new show titled 'Zindagi Ka U Turn'.
- Who
- Arav Chowdharry, actor best known for playing Bhishma in Mahabharat.
- What
- Reflected on the enduring audience love for his character Bhishma and the show Mahabharat, discussing its global reach and impact on his career, including work in the South Indian film industry.
- When
- Recently, in an exclusive interview.
- Where
- Zoom, in an exclusive conversation.
- Why
- To share his thoughts on the lasting impact of the character Bhishma and the Mahabharat series.
Arav Chowdharry's Perspective
Audience Perspective
Impact of Bhishma Role
Arav Chowdharry's Perspective
Arav feels the role of Bhishma is 'for life' and continues to receive daily appreciation.
Audience Perspective
Audiences globally, even after 12 years, still recognize and appreciate Arav for his portrayal of Bhishma, with many requesting photos.
Universal Appeal of Mahabharat
Arav Chowdharry's Perspective
Arav notes that not only Indians but also foreigners of different languages and religions have universally loved the show and his character.
Audience Perspective
International citizens are surprised to meet and recognize Arav as Bhishma, indicating a wide global viewership.
- Actor
- Arav Chowdharry
- Notable Role
- Bhishma in Mahabharat
- Years Since Show Concluded
- 12 years
- Current Project
- Zindagi Ka U Turn
- Work in South Industry
- Tamil and Telugu films, due to appreciation for Mahabharatam and Bhishma
