Person Biography:
Sandeep Mohan, also known as Sandy, is a multifaceted individual with a passion for business, entrepreneurship, television, film, and modeling. Born in the late 1960s in East Africa, he relocated to East London with his family in the early 1970s after his father received a career opportunity in London.
During his formative years at school, Sandeep developed an interest in performing in local dramas and school plays. However, his ultimate goal was to pursue a career in science and technology. After completing his Bachelor's degree in Manchester and Master's degree in Loughborough, he joined the manufacturing industry, where he utilized his technical skills to work in the US and the UK, and travel extensively throughout Europe as a trouble-shooter.
Despite his success in the manufacturing industry, Sandeep's passion for performing in TV and film never faded. In 2008, he was given the opportunity to play a small role in the popular UK TV drama Eastenders, which rekindled his passion for acting.
He eventually left the manufacturing industry after 20 years to pursue business interests, allowing him to have a larger involvement in TV and film projects. Sandeep has since appeared in numerous UK TV dramas and comedies, including Eastenders, Silent Witness, Holby City, Law and Order UK, Sherlock, Luther I, Luther II, Luther III, Goodness Gracious Me, Keith Lemon sketch show, and The Toast of London.
In addition to his TV work, Sandeep has appeared in several major films, including Prince of Persia, Skyfall, Spectre, World War Z, Edge of Tomorrow, Burnt, The Program, Guardians of the Galaxy, Wonder Woman, The Hitman's Bodyguard, and Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2.
As a huge Star Wars fan, Sandeep had the privilege of appearing in Star Wars: The Force Awakens and Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. In 2016, he was given a recurring character as Mr. Gopang (the Pharmacy owner) in Eastenders.
Sandeep has also been involved in both print media and televised campaigns, including Sainsbury Insurance, British Medical Association, The Sun Newspaper, Pepsi India, Sky Sports, Halifax, and a number of individual company corporate videos. He has also undertaken modeling assignments, with clients including pharmaceutical companies, corporate clients, and TFL (major campaign in 2016 on the London Underground Train and Bus Stations).
Sandeep made an appearance in a music video, Britney Spears' 'Criminal', in 2011, and a voice-over project for Channel 4 News. He has also been featured in a 'Behind the Scenes' video of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, where he can be seen without his helmet.
Since the release of The Force Awakens, Sandeep has contributed to films including Star Wars Rogue One, Wonder Woman, and Star Wars The Last Jedi. He continues to work on new and exciting projects, showcasing his versatility as a performer and entrepreneur.
