We often praise television stars for their on-screen presence, skillful acting, and dramatic flair; however, some of them have an inspiring academic excellence that might surprise you. Yes, you heard that right: a few popular actors are not only well-known actors but also qualified doctors in real life, proving that talent knows no boundaries. Check out the list from Pravisht Mishra to Umar Riaz.
1) Pravisht Mishra
The talented TV star Pravisht is known for his appearances in shows like Barrister Babu, Yeh Hai Chahatein, and Banni Chow Home Delivery, among others. He holds a graduate degree in Physiotherapy; however, he is currently a popular TV actor.
2) Amol Kolhe
Amol is a well-known actor who turned politician and is currently a Member of Parliament in the Lok Sabha from the National Congress Party. However, before becoming an actor and then a politician, Amol earned an MBBS degree from King Edward Memorial Hospital and Seth Gordhandas Sunderdas Medical College in Mumbai. He has been part of films such as Why I Killed Gandhi and others.
3) Meiyang Chang
He is an Indian actor, host, and singer who holds a degree in BDS from Vokkaligara Sangha Dental College & Hospital in Bangalore, making him a qualified dentist. However, in the world of glamour, the actor rose to fame with his participation in Indian Idol season 3. He has appeared in films such as Badmaash Company, Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 4, Khatron Ke Khiladi 6, Detective Byomkesh Bakshy, Sultan, and Bharat, among others.
4) Umar Riaz
He is the brother of Bigg Boss 13’s popular and most controversial contestant, Asim Riaz. Umar rose to fame with his participation in Bigg Boss 15 and later appeared in music videos like Anwesshaa Wo Ishq and others. However, before becoming an actor, he was a surgeon by profession. After completing his schooling in Jammu and Kashmir, he graduated with an MBBS from the Government Medical College and Hospital in Jammu and later pursued a post-graduation degree in Master of Surgery.
