Akshay Oberoi To Begin Shooting Psychological Thriller Resident | Details Inside

Following the success of Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, actor Akshay Oberoi is preparing to step into a new, intense role in the upcoming psychological thriller Resident. Directed by Akash Goila and produced

by Filmeraa, the film promises to explore the darker recesses of the human mind, offering audiences a gripping and immersive cinematic experience.

Speaking about the project, Oberoi said, “I’ve always been drawn to stories that challenge me as an actor, roles that demand emotional depth, unpredictability, and a bit of risk. Resident is exactly that kind of film. It’s a psychological thriller that doesn’t just rely on fear or suspense, but digs deep into the psyche of its characters. The genre itself is dark, layered, and inevitable in its impact, it makes you confront truths you often avoid. After Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, which had a completely different tone, I wanted to immerse myself in something intense and thought-provoking. Film Resident gives me that opportunity, and I can’t wait to begin this new journey.”

The film is expected to go on floors soon, with further announcements regarding the cast and production details to follow in the coming weeks.

Akshay Oberoi was born on 1 January 1985 in Morristown, New Jersey, USA. He attended Newark Academy for middle and high school before earning a bachelor’s degree in Theater Arts and Economics from Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore. He also trained in acting at Stella Adler Studio in New York and Playhouse West in Los Angeles, learning the Meisner technique. During his education, he studied under John Astin of The Addams Family and trained in ballet, jazz, and hip-hop at Broadway Dance Center. After moving to India, he performed in plays at the renowned Prithvi Theatre and received additional acting training from Kishore Namit Kapoor.

Akshay hails from a Punjabi family with strong film connections. His father, Krishan Oberoi, is the brother of actor Suresh Oberoi, making Akshay a first cousin of Vivek Oberoi.

Oberoi started his career at Prithvi Theatre in Juhu, initially handling backstage work before being offered a role in Miss Beautiful by Makrand Deshpande. He made his film debut with Sooraj Barjatya’s Isi Life Mein, which did not perform well at the box office but earned him critical praise for his performance. Reviewers highlighted his screen presence, dialogue delivery, and confidence as a newcomer.

Following his debut, Oberoi ventured into television, playing the lead in Bejoy Nambiar’s MTV Rush (2012). This led to his role in the Tamil remake of Pizza (2014), which again won critical acclaim. Oberoi continued to earn accolades for his performances in films like Laal Rang and Gurgaon.

On 24 March 2011, he married Jyothi Vynatheya, a strategy consultant, whom he met at Newark Academy. The couple has a son.