Akashdeep Saigal was born on 29 October, 1974 in Mumbai, India. He is well known for the role of Ansh Gujral from the popular serial Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi on Star Plus. He is also known for being a contestant on the reality show Iss Jungle Se Mujhe Bachao, and for his short temper. He was a contestant on Bigg Boss season 5 from October 2011 to 7th January, 2012.