Akhil Sarthak is an Indian film and television anchor who is most known for his work in the Telugu film industry. Akhil Sarthak made his Tollywood debut in the film Bava Mardalu, in which he played a villain. Akhil has appeared in Telugu serials such as Evare Nuvvu Mohini, Bangaru Gajulu, and Kalyani. Bigg Boss season 4, the Telugu version of reality TV show Big Brother, saw Akhil Sarthak emerge as the first runner up.