Happy Birthday Asim Riaz: Did you know these facts about the Bigg Boss 13 contestant?

Asim Riaz’s birthplace and education

Asim Riaz was born on July 13, 1993, in Jammu. Completing his schooling in Delhi Public School in Jammu, the actor went on to earn a degree in Marketing. He decided to move to Mumbai to pursue a career in modelling after his graduation.

Asim Riaz’s family

Asim Riaz’s father is Riaz Ahmed Choudhary, a retired IAS officer. His brother Umar Riaz had also been a Bigg Boss contestant, on the show’s 15th season. He also has a sister working in the department of Education.

Asim Riaz’s passion for bikes

Asim Riaz seems to have quite an eye for motorcycles and bikes. The actor has an enviable collection of the vehicles, one among them being a white Royal Enfield Classic 350, according to TOI.

When Asim Riaz shared the screen with Shah Rukh Khan, Katrina Kaif and Jacqueline Fernandez

Asim Riaz was bit by the acting bug in the midst of his modelling career. According to TOI, he star has been a part of a number of advertisements. In one such ad, he shared the screen with Katrina Kaif and Shah Rukh Khan. Asim had also been a part of the music video for the song Mere Angne Mein.

When Asim Riaz shared the screen with Varun Dhawan

Asim Riaz has also shared the screen with Varun Dawan in the 2014 film Main Tera Hero. In the film, Asim played a small part as a man chasing Varun. The film, also starring Nargis Fakhri and Ileana D'Cruz, can be streamed on ZEE5.

Asim Riaz’s love for animals, especially cats

Asim Riaz seems to be quite an animal lover as well. He also seems to have a special liking towards cats. The actor has a gorgeous pet cat named Kiwi, whom he has flaunted on his social media.

Asim Riaz’s stint on Bigg Boss 13

Most people might recognise Asim Riaz from his stint in Bigg Boss 13. The actor had emerged as quite a loved contestant on the show, becoming its runner up. His bond with Himanshi Khurana on the show had also been the talk of the town among fans.