MUMBAI: After Bollywood, the television industry is one of the biggest entertainment industries in India. Daily soaps are produced on a huge scale and lead to high TRPs. Some TV actors become household names by making a place for themselves in the hearts of the audience.

Moreover, several have not only earned our love but are also running successful businesses. Have a look at some popular television actors who decided to become entrepreneurs.

Aamir Ali
Aamir Ali is one of the highest-paid TV actors. He has appeared in daily soaps like Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii, Kya Dill Mein Hai, and Ek Hasina Thi. He is also the proud owner of the Bollywood themed restaurant Basanti & Co.

Sanjeeda Sheikh
Sanjeeda Sheikh has played various roles on television soap operas like Kyaa Hoga Nimmo Kaa, Kya Dill Main Hai, and Kayamath. The actress also runs a beauty parlour named Sanjeeda’s Salon in Mumbai.

Arjun Bijlani
Arjun Bijlani made his television debut with Balaji Telefilms show Kartika. He then appeared in several soap operas like Left Right Left, Miley Jab Hum Tum, Meri Aashiqui Tum Se Hi, Naagin, Kavach, Pardes Mein Hai Mera Dil and Ishq Mein Marjawan. He also owns a Box Cricket League team, Mumbai Tigers, and runs a wine shop in Mumbai.

Karan Kundrra
Karan Kundrra is best known for his role of Arjun Punj in Kitani Mohabbat Hai. He went on to play the lead character of Veeru in Bayttaab Dil Kee Tamanna Hai. Apart from daily soaps, he also hosted and participated in several reality shows. The actor runs his family infrastructure company and owns an international call-centre in Jalandhar.

Ronit Roy
Ronit Roy became a household name when he played the role of the ruthless yet suave middle-aged business tycoon Rishabh Bajaj in Balaji Telefilm’s Kasautii Zindagii Kay. He is also remembered for his role as Mihir Virani in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. He owns a security agency company called ACE Security and Protection.

Credits: Koimoi