Sumeet Vyas (born 27 July 1983) is an Indian actor, film director and screenwriter who works in Indian films and television. His breakthrough role was as Mikesh Chaudhary in TVF's 2014 web series Permanent Roommates. Vyas has since played supporting roles in films including English Vinglish, Parched and Guddu Ki Gun, and Veere Di Wedding. He had his first starring role in 2016 drama film Ribbon; his performance was well received by critics. Apart from acting in films and television programmes, Vyas also appears in theatre productions in India.
Early life Vyas was born in Jodhpur, RajasthanVyas - Actor Of Web-Series, Permanent Roommates - Exclusive Interview to writer B.M Vyas and Sudha Vyas. He spent his initial years there before moving to Mumbai to pursue his passion for acting and writing. He has attended R.D. National College, Mumbai. During his school days, Sumeet aspired to become a pilot or a computer engineer. But, he had a passion for acting and writing also. Later, choosing the second option, he gave up his college studies and started working as an assistant editor in an editing studio in Mumbai.
Career Vyas made his acting debut with a small role in the Doordarshan television show Woh Huye Na Humare. He then starred in Rehna Hai Teri Palkon Ki Chhaon Mein as Kartik Pratapsingh, opposite Amrapali Dubey, which was his first success.
Vyas had his career breakthrough with the 2014 series Permanent Roommates, where he starred opposite Nidhi Singh. It tell the story about two people in long distance who eventually consider marriage. Permanent Roommates marked India's first web series to be released.
Vyas achieved critical acclaim and recognition with his portrayal of the eldest sibling Chandan, in the 2016 series TVF Tripling. Expanded over three seasons, the series set a benchmark of success in Indian branded content and has since developed a cult status. Vyas also worked as the co-writer for the series. Reviewing Season 2, Devki Nehra of Firstpost noted, "The lead actors' performances are the saving grace of the show. Vyas is adorable as the elder brother, the voice of reason for his younger siblings." He starred in a web campaign by BigRock in 2017.
Vyas made his debut as a director with Raat Jawaan Hai, in 2024. Nandini Ramnath stated, "Fortunately, the series doesn’t bite off more than it can chew, focusing on delivering a carefully prepared feast of laughs, frowns and tears, owing to Vyas’s attentiveness to the staging and performances." The series earned him a Filmfare OTT Award.
Personal life Vyas married actress Shivani Tanksale in 2010. After 7 years of marriage, the couple got divorced in 2017. Vyas married actress Ekta Kaul on 15 September 2018. They have a son, Ved, born in 2020.
Filmography Films Year Title Role Notes 2007 Maamu Tension Nai Leneka Prince Salim 2009 Jashnn 2011 Aarakshan Sunny Kantaprasad 2012English VinglishSalman Khan 2013 Aurangzeb S. I. Vishnu Sharma Kajarya Nikhil 2014 Blouse Shyam Short film 2015 Sabki Bajegi Band Amit All Is Well Ronny Parched Kishan Guddu Ki Gun Laddoo 2017 Maroon Ashish Bharadwaj Ribbon Karan Mehra 2018 Veere Di Wedding Rishabh Malhotra High Jack Rakesh 2019 Made in China Devraj 2020 Unpaused Sahil Khanna Segment: "Apartment" 2023 Chhatriwali Rishi Kalra Mrs Undercover The Common Man Afwaah Vikram Singh "Vicky Bana" Sajini Shinde Ka Viral Video Lalit Pandit 2025 Detective Sherdil Angad Bhatti
Television Year Title Role Notes 2006 Woh Hue Na Hamare Sameer Damania 2007–2008 Kasamh Se Daksh Randheria 2009–2010 Rehna Hai Teri Palkon Ki Chhaon Mein Kartik Pratapsingh 2011–2012 Chandragupta Maurya Ambhi Kumar 2015 Laut Aao Trisha Advocate Vynavin "VK" Kumar Stories by Rabindranath Tagore Bihari Episode: "Chokher Bali" 2016 Comedy Nights Bachao Himself Guest appearance
Web series Year Title Role Notes 2014–2023 Permanent Roommates Mikesh Chaudhary 2015 Bang Baaja Baaraat Choreographer Twisty Also writer 2016–2022 TVF Tripling Chandan Sharma 2016 Official Chukyagiri D-Sir 2018 Official CEOgiri Dilawar "D-Sir" The Story Himself 2019 RejctX Farhan Hussain Parchhayee Jayant The Verdict – State vs Nanavati Ram Jethmalani 2020 Official Bhootiyagiri Dilawar Rana Wakaalat From Home Sujin Kohli Dark 7 White Yudhveer Singh Rathore 2021 Aapkey Kamrey Mein Koi Rahta Hai Nikhil 1962: The War in the Hills Jemadar Ram Kumar 2022 Jugaadistan Gaurav Bhati Teerandaz Aditya Dutta 2023 Jaanbaaz Hindustan Ke Tariq Bambai Meri Jaan Ganya Surve Tankesh Diaries Mikesh Chaudhary 2024 Zindaginama Keith Braganza Episode: "Caged"2026ChumbakAditya KhannaShaque: Trust No One Dr. Bhaskar
Other appearances Year Title Director Screenwriter Notes 2014 Haircut Short film 2016-2022 TVF Tripling 2018 Love per Square Foot 2024 Raat Jawaan Hai
Awards and nominations Year Award Category Work Result 2017 Asian Television Awards Best Scriptwriting – Web Series TVF Tripling 2019 IReel Awards Best Writing – Comedy 2025 Critics' Choice Awards Best Director – Series Raat Jawaan Hai Filmfare OTT Awards Best Comedy – Series
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