Amit Tandon (actor) Wiki, Height, Age, Wife, Family, Biography & More

Amit Tandon was born on Wednesday, 11 April 1979 (age 44 years; as of 2023) in New York, United States. His zodiac sign is Aries. Amit did his schooling at North Rockland High School, Thiells, New York. Later, he attended Nanuet Senior High School in Nanuet, New York. Amit did his graduation at Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, New York.

Physical Appearance

Height (approx.): 5′ 8″

Weight (approx.): 75 Kg

Hair Colour: Black

Eye Colour: Black

Body Measurements (approx.): Chest: 43 inches; Waist: 32 inches; Biceps: 16 inches

Family

Parents & Siblings

Amit’s father’s name is Ashok Tandon. He has a brother named Sumit Tadon and a sister named Rena Jolly.

Wife & Children

In 2009, Amit Tandon got married to her longtime girlfriend Ruby Tandon, a Dermatologist. In 2010, they were blessed with a daughter named Jiyana Tandon. However, the couple got separated in 2017. In 2019, Amit and Ruby reconciled and got married for the second time in October 2023. In an interview, Amit shared about his married life with Ruby and the mistakes they committed as a couple. He further told the reunion of love they celebrated after working on their relationship. He said,

Despite so many things happening in our lives, we are still together and that’s a big deal. Every couple has their share of ups and downs. We made mistakes in our marriage and due to a communication gap, we reached a point where we wanted to separate. But when we got together again, we worked on the issues that we had. Now, we are in love again and renewing our vows feels like we are restarting our marriage.” ^[1]The Times of India

Amit Tandon with Ruby Tandon and Jiyana Tandon

Relationships/Affairs

Amit Tandon and Ruby were rumoured dating each other before they got married.

Religion

He follows Sikhism.

Career

Television 

Amit Tandon made his acting debut in Sony TV’s serial ‘Kaisa Ye Pyar Hai’ (2005) in which he played the role of ‘Prithvi Bose.’

Soon after, he appeared in serials like ‘Karam Apnaa Apnaa’ (2006), ‘Bhabhi’ (2007), and ‘Saath Saath Banayenge Ek Aashiyaan’ (2008). His role as ‘Dr. Abhimanyu Modi’ in the TV serial ‘Dill Mill Gayye’ (2008) was well received by the audience.

Subsequently, Amit has worked in TV serials including ‘Jeannie Aur Juju’ (2013), ‘Saath Nibhaana Saathiya’ (2014), ‘Yeh Hai Mohabbatein’ (2015), and ‘Dil Deke Dekho’ (2016). From 2017 to 2018, he played the role of ‘Abhishek Khurana’ in the serial ‘Kasam Tere Pyaar Ki,’ which aired on Colors TV.

Reality Shows

In 2004, Amit Tandon participated in the singing reality show Indian Idol Season 1 and made it to the finals.

 

In 2008, he participated in reality shows like ‘Jo Jeeta Wohi Superstar,’ ‘Zara Nachke Dikha,’ and ‘Jalwa Four 2 Ka 1.’ He appeared in reality shows like ‘Laughter Ke Phatke’ (2010), ‘Dadagiri’ (2011), and ‘Welcome – Baazi Mehmaan Newazi Ki’ (2013).

Songs

Amit Tandon provided vocals for songs like ‘Indian Idol 1’ (2005), and ‘Yaaron’ (2005). In 2008, he released his debut solo album named ‘Tanha – Lonely at Heart’ on Tips.

Controversies

Amit Tandon criticized Mouni Roy for mistreating his wife Ruby

In September 2021, Amit Tandon allegedly stated that actress Mouni Roy used his wife Ruby Tandon when she was in her lowest moment. He went on to say that Mouni abandoned his wife while she was in desperate need of her. In an interview, Amit discussed his perception of Mouni Roy and how she mistreated his wife and abandoned her when she needed her the most. He said,

Mouni Roy who?… I know my wife Ruby won’t say this but this took a lot out of her. I don’t think I want to see Mouni Roy’s face ever again. That girl used my wife. We thought she was genuine but when Ruby was in trouble, Mouni ne uska saath chhod diya. Jaise logon ke chehre badaltey hain, waise hi hua. We are seeing a new face of Mouni Roy; this is not the Mouni we knew.” ^[2]Hindustan Times

Tattoo

• Amit’s grandparents portrayed tattoo and an Eagel’s tattoo on his right arm.
  

  Amit Tandon’s tattoos

• Lion and OM tattoo on the left arm.

Facts/Trivia

• In 2014, Amit appeared as Arjun in a film named ‘Creature 3D.’

• He has his own music label named ATM (Amit Tandon Music).

• He is a dog lover and often posts pictures with his pet dog on Instagram.
  

  Amit Tandon with his pet dog

• He likes to dance and sing in his leisure time.

• Amit follows a non-vegetarian diet and often shares his food pictures on social media.
  

  Amit Tandon’s Instagram post

• In 2017, Amit’s wife Ruby was accused by the Dubai Health Authority of threatening a government official for which she was jailed for 10 months in Dubai prison.

• Amit admires actress Sridevi and she is his favourite actress in Bollywood.

• He is often spotted smoking on various occasions.