Abigail Pandey is an Indian actress. In 2021, she came into limelight after appearing in the StarPlus show Aapki Nazron Ne Samjha, in which she played the role of Shamika.
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Abigail Pandey was born on 27 February 1992 (age 31; as of 2023) in Mumbai, Maharashtra. His zodiac sign is Pisces. She did her schooling at St. Joseph’s Convent Girls’ High School, Mumbai. Passionate about acting since childhood, Abigail participated in various cultural functions at her school. Soon after graduation, he attended St. Andrew’s College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Mumbai.
Abigail Pandey’s childhood photo (center)
Physical appearance
Height (approx): 5′4″
Hair color: black
Eye Color: Black
Body Measurements (Approx.): 34-28-36
family
Abigail belongs to a Hindi speaking family in Mumbai.
parents and siblings
Abigail’s father belongs to the Jain community, and her mother is Catholic. Abigail’s biological father, Rajiv Jain, is a cinematographer. His mother, Faylen Pandey, is a homemaker. His stepfather, Vijay Pandey, is a television director.
Abigail’s mother, Faylene Pandey and stepfather, Vijay Pandey
Abigail’s stepmother, Kimberly Jane, is an actress.
Abigail Pandey and her sister, Kimberly Jain
Relationships/affairs
In 2012, Abigail was reportedly dating her co-star Himansh Kohli; However, in a later interview, he rubbished the rumours, saying:
I am not worried about these rumours. I’m in this profession where people are bound to talk about you. As long as my parents have the right idea about me, I don’t care what people say.”
Abigail Pandey and Himansh Kohli
Abigail is in a live-in relationship with cinematographer Sanam Johar. In 2014, they started seeing each other; Abigail met Sanam at a mutual friend’s party in Mumbai. According to reports, the couple decided to get married in 2020; However, due to the Covid pandemic, they changed their plans. In an interview, Abigail talked about it and said:
Everyone around us wants to know when we plan to tie the knot. Sanam and I planned to get married last year, but the pandemic ruined it. We want to get married at a time when it is convenient for everyone to come and bless. I feel like if your loved ones and family can’t be a part of your wedding, what’s the point? Also, Sanam and I are already living and enjoying together. That’s what’s most important.”
Abigail Pandey and Sanam Johar
Confrontation
Abigail Pande and Sanam Johar drug case
In 2020, Abigail and her boyfriend Sanam were reportedly summoned by the Mumbai branch of the Narcotics Control Bureau and their house was raided. The Mumbai NCB registered a case against Sanam and Abigail for drug possession under Section 20 of the NDPS after seizing charas (cannabis) from their house in Juhu, Mumbai. According to sources, Anuj, an alleged drug dealer, after being arrested by the NCB, revealed the names of Abigail, Sam Johar and 20 other celebrities from the television industry who were allegedly involved in the drug case.
Career
television
In 2007, Abigail made her acting debut with the 9x serial Kya Dill Mein Hai, in which she played the role of Kakuon Rahul Panj.
Abigail Pandey as Kakuon Rahul Punji from the Hindi TV show Kya Dill Mein Hai (2007)
In 2008, she appeared in the Hindi reality show Kaun Jeetega Bollywood Ka Ticket. Subsequently, Abigail appeared in many Hindi television shows such as Dil Se Diya Vachan (2010), Yeh Hai Aashiqui (2013) and Saubhagyalakshmi (2016). In 2017, Abigail and her friend Nim Johar participated in the reality show Nach Baliye Season 8, in which they appeared as runners-up.
Abigail Pandey and Sanam Johar as contestants from season 8 of the Hindi reality show Nach Baliye
Abigail has appeared in lead roles in many Hindi daily soaps such as Laal Ishq, Shakti – Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki (2019), Aapki Nazron Ne Samjha and Ziddi Dil Maane Na (2022).
web series
In 2020, Abigail made her digital debut with the MX Player series Kashmakash: Kya Sahi Kya Galat, in which she played the role of Jia.
Abigail Pandey as Jiya from the MX Player reality show Kashmakash Kya Sahi Kya Galat
In 2022, she appeared in the Hindi web series Dhappa opposite Sanam Johar.
the chosen ones
- Movie: Rang De Basanti (2006), Jab We Met (2007)
- Dessert: Honey noodles with vanilla ice cream
Facts/Trivia
- Her birth name was Abigail Jain; However, after her mother’s second marriage to Vijay Pandey, she adopted her stepfather’s surname. She changed her name from Abigail Jain to Abigail Pandey.
- Abigail’s nickname is Abby.
- Her name “Abigail” is a Greek word meaning the pride of her father
- Abigail began her acting career at the age of fifteen.
- In her free time, Abigail enjoys playing the piano, reading novels, and watching movies.
- In an interview, Abigail said that she loves the Harry Potter series.
- He follows a non-vegetarian diet.
- In an interview, Abigail talked about her acting career and said that her father, Vijay Pandey, was her biggest critic. Reflecting on the same, Abigail said:
My father. He’s a TV series director and I can’t even sit and watch an episode with him because I’m out of my mind. If he comes on set, I can’t act in front of him without going crazy. “He’s quite blunt and will tell me how he feels.”
- It is often observed when drinking alcohol in various situations.
Abigail Pandey poses with a bottle of beer
- In 2017, Abigail’s parents, who were returning on an Indigo flight, lodged a complaint that jewelery and two expensive perfumes were stolen from their bag. In an interview, Abigail talked about it and said: “
I am very angry, Indigo Airlines has spoiled my paternal grandfather’s luggage from Ahmedabad. The lock is broken and her jewelry and perfume are missing. I have been following the airline authorities for a week now. And now they are not coming back. It is very irresponsible for them to act like that.”
- In the interview, Abigail recalled an embarrassing moment from her childhood when her long skirt slipped while dancing at a friend’s birthday party. abigail said
When I was in 8th standard, my mom brought me this skirt which was just launched. It was this long fluffy skirt. I was dancing at a friend’s birthday party and my skirt slipped. From that day to this, I have never worn a skirt. I wore shorts, even hot pants, but no skirts. It just reminds me of that moment.”
- In 2022, Abigail and her boyfriend Sanam Johar featured in the Hindi music album ‘Rootha Re’. In an interview, Sanam talked about it and said, “
I think portraying the heartache for this song, getting into the skin of the character, was the hardest thing we had to do as actors. We’re usually such fun, happy people when we shoot videos for our social media, we always have fun, but somehow we didn’t get this particular shot right. There was this scene where we were leaving each other, I think we took about 20 takes for that. Visually, the song looks very beautiful and I like how the song is shot in contrast to other pop music singles.”
- Abigail Pandey made it official with her boyfriend, Sam Johar, on national television and exchanged rings; He proposed to her in the 8th season of the reality show Nach Baliye.
Abigail Pandey and Sanam Johar exchange rings after performing on Hindi reality show Nach Baliye Season 8
Categories: Television
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