Introduction
Salim Ahmed, also known as Salim Al-Amin, is a famous film, television and theatre actor. He has started his career in the theatre and went on to become one of the most sought after actors in the industry. He is originally from India and his family moved to the USA for better opportunities. He was a part of The Wiz, a musical show on Broadway. This gave him the opportunity to increase his fame and enter the realm of international film, television and theatre performance.
Early Life
Salim Ahmed was born in 1972 in Kochi, India. His father was a cab driver and his mother was an actress in local theatre. His parents wanted him to follow in their footsteps of entertainment industry and encouraged him to participate in local theatre performances. From the age of 16, Salim was a regular at the UBS Theatre where he performed in various skits and musicals.
Career
At the age of 17, Salim started his professional career as a theatre actor and quickly worked his way up to become a part of many plays and musicals. Although, he had been successful in the little known local theatre in Kochi, India, it did not take much for him to transition into the mainstream entertainment industry in the USA. He was cast in the lead role for a Broadway production of the classic musical “The Wiz” for which he was highly appreciated for his performance.
Film and Television Career
After having successfully established himself in the theatre, Salim moved his focus onto the international film and television industry. He appeared in supporting roles in various productions, including “ER”, “The Sopranos” and “Law & Order”. His performance in the critically acclaimed film “The Terminal”, opposite Tom Hanks, further enhanced his credentials as an actor. After this, he was cast in minor roles in big productions such as the Oscar-winning “Slumdog Millionaire”, “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” and “The Dark Knight”.
Recent Projects
Currently, Salim is working on a few upcoming projects, which he cannot reveal much about. However, he will be appearing in the highly anticipated movie “Interstellar” as a supporting character. He will also be seen in the television series “Game of Thrones”. The actor is looking forward to branch out into more productions soon.
Conclusion
Salim Ahmed is a talented and established actor who is celebrated for his performances in theatre, film and television. His successful portrayal of the different characters over the years have earned him a significant amount of accolades, making Salim Ahmed one of the foremost actors in the international entertainment industry.
