Adil Akhtar is a British actor known for his performances in comedy and dramatic roles. He gained recognition for his role as bumbling Muslim extremist Faisal in the critically acclaimed film four lions (2010).
His career flourished thereafter, with notable roles in TV series such as Utopia, murdered by my fatherand Sherwood. Adil’s ability to seamlessly transition between genres has made him a respected figure in the entertainment industry, winning him several awards, including the BAFTA Award for Best Actor.
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- Full name: Adil Akhtar
- Date of birth: September 18, 1980
- Age: 44 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: London, England
- Nationality: British
- Occupation: Actor
- Height: 5 feet 6 inches (1.68 meters)
- Parents: Father is Pakistani, mother is Indian-Kenyan
- Siblings: Not applicable
- Spouse: Alexis Burke
- Children: Alo Ezra Akhtar
- Relationship status: Married
- Religion: Not applicable
- Ethnicity: Mixed (Pakistani and Kenyan)
- Net worth: $5 million
early life and education
Adeel Akhtar was born on September 18, 1980 in London, England, to a Pakistani father and an Indian-Kenyan mother. He grew up in a multicultural environment, which shaped his worldview.
He attended Cheltenham College Junior School from 1994 to 1999 and later Cheltenham College. After completing his studies, Adil obtained a law degree from Oxford Brookes University in 2002. Despite his academic success, Adil chose to pursue his passion for acting and moved to New York to attend the Actors Studio Theater School.
personal life
Adil Akhtar is married to Alexis Burke. The couple has a son named Arlo Ezra Akhtar. Although Adil keeps details of his personal life private, he has spoken about the importance of family in interviews. Balancing a successful acting career with family responsibilities remains his top priority, and he occasionally shares personal insights on social media.
Profession
Adeel Akhtar started his acting career with small roles in TV series and later in four lions. Thereafter, he worked in such roles as Angelos Epitimiou Show and his role as Mr. Smith in the film pan. Adil’s versatility has allowed him to transition into more dramatic roles, including Wilson Wilson in the dystopian series Utopiawhich earned him critical acclaim and a BAFTA nomination for Best Supporting Actor.
In 2016, Adil starred in the BBC TV series murdered by my fatherwho plays Shahzad. The role earned him the 2017 BAFTA Award for Best Actor, making him the first non-white actor to win the award. He continued to excel in various roles, including in night manager and Sherwoodcementing his reputation as one of the most talented actors in the industry.
Awards
- BAFTA Award for Best Actor (2017) murdered by my father
- British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Best Supporting Actor Nomination (2015) Utopia
- Nominated for a Children’s and Family Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor (2021, 2023)
net worth
Adil Akhtar has a net worth of $5 million. His extensive career in film and television and numerous honors have contributed to his financial stability.
social media
- Instagram: @adeelakhtar
- Twitter: @AdeelAkhtar
film chronology
- four lions (2010)
- Utopia (2013–2014)
- murdered by my father (2016)
- night manager (2016)
- pan (2015)
- Sherwood (2022)
