Siddharth Nigam facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Siddharth Nigam
Nigam in 2023
Born	13 September 2000 Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh
Alma mater	Khelgaon Public School, Prayagraj Thakur College, Mumbai
Occupation	Actor
Years active	2011 — present
Known for	Dhoom 3 Chakravartin Ashoka Samrat Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa (season 9) Chandra Nandini Aladdin – Naam Toh Suna Hoga
Relatives	Abhishek Nigam (brother)

Siddharth Nigam is a talented Indian actor. He stars in many popular TV shows and movies. You might know him as young Sahir or Samar from the movie Dhoom 3. He also played important roles like young Prince Ashoka in Chakravartin Ashoka Samrat. Later, he was Prince Bindusara in Chandra Nandini and the magical Aladdin in Aladdin – Naam Toh Suna Hoga.

About Siddharth's Life

Siddharth Nigam with his family at a special movie screening.

Siddharth Nigam grew up in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India. He has an older brother named Abhishek Nigam, who is also an actor. Their mother runs a special organization called an NGO and a beauty salon.

Siddharth finished his tenth grade at Khelgaon Public School. There, he was very active in gymnastics. He even won a gold medal in parallel bars and a silver medal in high bar at a big national school sports event in Pune.

Later, he moved to Mumbai from his hometown. In 2021, Siddharth started studying at Thakur College in Mumbai. He also owns two homes in Mumbai.

Siddharth's Acting Journey

Siddharth Nigam began his acting career in 2011. His first appearance was in a TV advertisement for Bournvita. After seeing him in the ad, the people making the movie Dhoom 3 asked him to try out for a role.

Early Roles and Big Break

In Dhoom 3, Siddharth played the younger versions of characters named Sahir and Samar. The movie came out on December 20, 2013. Critics really liked his performance. One reviewer said he was "a talent to watch out for" and "superb!" Another mentioned he "lights up the screen" with his performance.

After his successful movie debut, Siddharth started acting on television in 2014. He played young Rudra in the show Maha Kumbh: Ek Rahasaya, Ek Kahani. In 2015, he got a lead role as young Ashoka in the historical drama Chakravartin Ashoka Samrat. That same month, he appeared as a guest on Comedy Nights with Kapil.

Popular TV Shows

In 2016, Siddharth was a contestant on the dance show Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 9. He also played young Shivaji in Peshwa Bajirao. In 2017, he took on the role of Bindusara in Chandra Nandini.

From 2018 to 2021, Siddharth became very popular as Aladdin in the show Aladdin – Naam Toh Suna Hoga. In 2021, he played Shivaay in Hero – Gayab Mode On alongside his brother Abhishek.

Recent Projects

In March 2022, Siddharth also started singing and writing songs. His first song was called Tum Mili. In April 2023, he appeared in the movie Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan with Salman Khan. In July 2024, he was seen in the web series Blue Tick.

Other Activities

In August 2022, India celebrated its 75th year of independence. The Ministry of Culture chose 75 special people as Cultural Ambassadors, and Siddharth Nigam was one of them!

On August 31, 2022, Siddharth also became a business owner. He launched his very own brand of activewear called Ulltor.

Siddharth's Work

Movies

Year	Title	Role	Notes
2013	Dhoom 3	Young Sahir/Samar	Small but important role
2017	Munna Michael	Young Manav "Munna" Roy	Brief appearance
2023	Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan	Love
	Rani Pink	Rishi	Short film
0TBA	Tez Raftaaar	Shiva

Television Shows

Web Series

Music Videos

Awards and Recognitions

Siddharth Nigam has won several awards for his acting.

See Also

• List of Indian television actors
• List of Indian male film actors