Salil Acharya is an Indian male actor, VJ, radio jockey and television host. Acharya made his Bollywood debut in Mohit Suri's 2007 film Awarapan. He is also a radio jockey for Radio City 91.1, a film critic for BBC Asian Network and a VJ at B4U. He is currently working for Sony Pictures Networks India where he is the host of WWE Sunday Dhamaal. He visited New Orleans to be a part of WrestleMania 34 and hosted a special program Namaste Wrestlemania which aired on Sony Ten.
Social initiatives and image Acharya has been involved in various community and social awareness initiatives through his platform at Radio City. In 2021, he supported the "Mission Green Mumbai" campaign, a partnership that collected over 41,000 mango seeds for distribution to rural farmers in Maharashtra. In November 2021, he co-hosted the "Chillar Party" event alongside colleagues, including RJ Palak, to mark Children's Day and promote youth engagement in Mumbai. He has frequently spoken on the role of radio in driving social change and hyperlocal cultural integration.
Beyond his broadcasting career, Acharya is recognized as a fitness enthusiast. His transition from a VJ to a fitness figure has been profiled by several media outlets, focusing on his lifestyle and health advocacy within the entertainment industry.
Filmography Year Title Role Other notes 2007 Awarapan Ronnie Nominated, Stardust Best Male Debut Award 2013 Aashiqui 2 Aryan 2014 3AM Cyrus
TV
Year Title Role Other notes 2016–present WWE Sunday Dhamaal Host 2008 Kaun Jeetega Bollywood Ka Ticket Host 2007 Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi Billy Thakral Special appearance 2006 Kasturi Nikhil Kituu Sabb Jaantii Hai Parallel lead Kkavyanjali Sandeep 2005 Kasautii Zindagii Kay Prem (Fake) / Rahul Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai 2004 Ye Meri Life Hai Kushaan Main role Shararat The Prince 1 episode
References
External links Salil Acharya: Filmography and Profile