Adarsh Swaroop
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| Adarsh Swaroop in 2025 | |
| Born | 31 December 1992 (age 32) Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | B.Com MBA (Journalism, Mass Communication & HR Diploma in CGI & VFX Diploma in Filmmaking & Screenplay Writing D.Litt. (University of Mumbai) |
| Alma mater | Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University Dr. C.V. Raman University Digital Film Academy, Mumbai |
| Occupation | Journalist, Film Critic, Author, Scriptwriter, Model |
| Years active | 2012 – present |
| Known for | Unbiased film reviews, Fiction writing, Script supervision |
| Notable works | Peshawar 1919 (2023) The Indian Undercover Soldiers (2024) Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi: A Legacy Reborn (2025) |
| Awards | See below |
| Spouse(s) | N/A |
| Parents | Kunwar Swaroop (father),
Amita Sharma (Swaroop) (mother) |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Website | See below |
Adarsh Swaroop is an Indian journalist, film critic, author, scriptwriter, and model. He is known for his unbiased reviews of Hindi cinema, his published works of fiction, and his contributions as a script supervisor and creative writer in Indian films. Swaroop has also appeared as a model in events such as Lakme Fashion Week and Wills Lifestyle Fashion Week, and acted in the television mini-series 26/12 (2012).
Early Life & Education
Adarsh Swaroop was born on 31 December 1992 in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, to businessman Kunwar Swaroop and Amita Sharma (Swaroop). Raised in a business family, he was the first to pursue a career in media and entertainment.
He completed his undergraduate studies with a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) from Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University (DBRAU), Agra. He then earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Journalism, Mass Communication, and Human Resource Management from Dr. C.V. Raman University, Kota Bilaspur.
Swaroop further pursued professional training in film and visual effects, earning a Diploma in CGI and VFX and a Diploma in Filmmaking & Screenplay Writing from Digital Film Academy, Mumbai. He also holds a Doctor of Literature (D.Litt.) degree from the University of Mumbai.
Career
Journalism and film criticism
Swaroop began his career at the age of 20 as an editor for Taj News, a local Agra news channel. In 2016, he joined the Hindustan Times as a content editor and later became a film critic and trade analyst, providing Bollywood box office predictions and reviews. His commentary has expanded across multiple Indian film industries, including Tollywood, Kollywood, and Sandalwood.
He actively shares film reviews, trade analysis, and box office forecasts on Instagram (@adarsh_swaroop_), Twitter (@adarsh__swaroop), and Facebook (Adarsh Swaroop Official).
Writing
Swaroop is the author of multiple works of fiction, spanning romance, fantasy, war stories, and espionage thrillers. His novels include LIE: Love Is Enough (2022), Peshawar 1919 (2023), The Indian Undercover Soldiers (2024), and the television tie-in novel Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi: A Legacy Reborn (2025).
Modeling and acting
In addition to writing and journalism, Swaroop has worked as a model, appearing in major fashion events such as Lakme Fashion Week, Wills Fashion, and Van Heusen shows. He has also toured India as a dancer with Studio I8.
As an actor, he appeared in the Life OK television mini-series 26/12 (2012).
Script and creative work
Swaroop has been credited as a script supervisor, assistant screenwriter, and creative writer in several films across Hindi, Marathi, and Telugu cinema, including:
- Mumbaikar (2023) – Assistant Script Writer
- Drishyam 2 (2022) – Journalist & Reviewer
- Mann Kasturi Re (2022) – Creative Writer
- Har Har Mahadev (2022) – Journalist
- Ranga Ranga Vaibhavanga (2022) – Creative Script Editor
- Aadavaallu Meeku Johaarlu (2022) – Creative Writer
- Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi (2025) – Script Supervisor & Assistant Creative Writer
- Alpha (2025) – Script Supervisor & Assistant Screenwriter
- Mardaani 3 (2026) – Script Assistant
- Dhoom 4 (upcoming) – Script Supervisor & Assistant Story & Screenplay Writer
He has also been credited as a reviewer and researcher in Mumbai Apli Ahe (2019).
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role / Credit |
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| 2012 | 26/12 (TV mini-series) | Actor |
| 2019 | Mumbai Apli Ahe | Reviewer & Researcher |
| 2022 | Drishyam 2 | Journalist & Reviewer |
| 2022 | Mann Kasturi Re | Creative Writer |
| 2022 | Har Har Mahadev | Journalist |
| 2022 | Ranga Ranga Vaibhavanga | Creative Script Editor |
| 2022 | Aadavaallu Meeku Johaarlu | Creative Writer |
| 2023 | Mumbaikar | Assistant Script Writer |
| 2025 | Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi | Script Supervisor & Assistant Creative Writer |
| 2025 | Alpha | Script Supervisor & Assistant Screenwriter |
| 2026 | Mardaani 3 | Script Assistant |
| TBA | Dhoom 4 | Script Supervisor & Assistant Story/Screenplay Writer |
Bibliography
| Year | Title | Genre / Theme |
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| 2022 | LIE: Love Is Enough | Romance / Family Drama |
| 2022 | Befikkarr Dil | Romance / Contemporary Fiction |
| 2023 | Peshawar 1919 | Historical Fiction / Crime |
| 2023 | Time Machine: The Fantasy Adventure Stories | Fantasy / Adventure |
| 2023 | Fall in the Gilgit War | War / Espionage |
| 2023 | Lights Camera Action | Coming-of-age / Cinema |
| 2024 | The Indian Undercover Soldiers | Spy Fiction / Espionage |
| 2025 | Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi: A Legacy Reborn | Drama / Family Saga (TV tie-in novel) |
| 2026 | Welcome To The Race | Sports Drama / Motivational Fiction |
Achievements and Recognition
- Best Performer – Taj News, Agra
- Best Sound Editor – Taj News, Agra
- Best Entertainer – The Emerging Show (Charity Event, Delhi, 2015)
- Best Presenter – Van Heusen Fashion Show
Personal life
Swaroop is known for his passion for fitness, sports, and the arts. He has trained in gymnastics, martial arts, horse riding, swimming, and dance, and has played basketball and football at competitive levels.