Aniruddh Dave Touched By UP Police’s Love For His Roles In ‘Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar’ And ‘Patiala Babes’
Actor shares heartfelt appreciation for real police heroes while receiving recognition for on-screen work.

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Television actor Aniruddh Dave recently expressed his gratitude after receiving recognition from the Uttar Pradesh Police for his portrayal of police officers in two popular shows – ‘Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar’ and ‘Patiala Babes’. The actor took to Instagram to share his emotional response to the appreciation he received for his work.
In his Instagram caption, written in Hindi and English, Aniruddh penned a touching tribute to the police force: “वर्दी वाला प्यार और आभार 🙏 उत्तर प्रदेश पुलिस निःस्वार्थ सेवा, अदम्य साहस और अनुशासन का प्रतीक है।” (Uniform-clad love and gratitude. Uttar Pradesh Police is a symbol of selfless service, indomitable courage, and discipline.)
He further elaborated on how the police work tirelessly day and night to fulfill their duties and instill a sense of security and trust among citizens. The actor noted that this dedication has transformed the state, with people saying, “UP is not like before; discipline has been established now.”
What stands out most in Dave’s post is his humble acknowledgment of the difference between his on-screen persona and the real-life heroes in uniform. He wrote: “सर हम अभिनेता रियल नहीं हैं, आप रियल हीरो है।” (Sir, we actors are not real; you are the real heroes.)
The actor mentioned being deeply touched by the love and appreciation shown for his work as a police officer in the shows ‘Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar’ and ‘Patiala Babes’. He tagged UP Police in his post, expressing his gratitude for their recognition.
Aniruddh Dave has been garnering attention for his roles in recent projects. In ‘Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar’, he portrays the character of Dushyant Singh, while in ‘Patiala Babes’, he plays Hanuman Singh. Both roles have him donning the police uniform, and his performances have clearly resonated with real police officers.
Besides his police roles, Dave has been active in various other projects. In April, he participated in a short film titled ‘Quota’, directed by Sanjiv Jaiswal. The actor described it as a “thought-provoking” project and connected it to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s vision.
Aniruddh Dave is an Indian television actor who has appeared in several Hindi television shows and films. He began his acting career with the show ‘Raajkumar Aaryyan’ on Imagine TV and has since been part of various popular shows, including ‘Patiala Babes’ on Sony TV.
His current show, ‘Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar’, which premiered on Disney+ Hotstar in November 2023, has been adding to his growing popularity, particularly for his convincing portrayal of a police officer.
In his Instagram post, Dave also thanked the producers of his shows, including Sachin Pandey, Kamal Pandey, and Rajita, acknowledging their support in bringing these characters to life.
The actor’s tribute to UP Police reflects not just his gratitude for their recognition but also highlights the important work done by police forces across the country – the real heroes who serve and protect citizens every day.

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